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Health Tip: Prepare for Your Check-Up

Last Updated: 2011-May-25  ::  (HealthDay)

(HealthDay News) -- Regular medical checkups are essential to stay healthy and prevent illness.

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says here's how you should prepare for your next checkup:

  • Review your family health history.
  • Go over the recommended schedule of screenings and vaccines to see if you are due.
  • Jot down a list of questions, issues or symptoms you would like to discuss with your doctor.
  • Think about any plans for lifestyle changes or possible medical procedures, such as stopping smoking or infertility treatments. Be prepared to review these plans with your doctor.
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Please be aware that this information is provided to supplement the care provided by your physician. It is neither intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. CALL YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER IMMEDIATELY IF YOU THINK YOU MAY HAVE A MEDICAL EMERGENCY. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider prior to starting any new treatment or with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.