Why Your Annual Physical is One of the Best Things You Can Do for Your Health

Taking care of your health doesn’t have to be complicated. In fact, one of the simplest ways to stay ahead of potential health issues is to schedule your annual physical. Think of it as a yearly check-in to make sure your body is working the way it should—and to catch any concerns before they become serious.

Here’s what you can typically expect during a routine physical:

• A review of your medical history
• A physical exam, including a prostate exam (as appropriate)
• Colonoscopy screenings based on age and risk factors
• Checks on height, weight, and blood pressure
• Cholesterol screening, urinalysis, and blood glucose levels
• An EKG if medically needed

These tests and screenings are designed to give your provider a full picture of your health and to help detect conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, and certain cancers in their early stages.

Prevention is powerful. Make your health a priority and schedule your yearly physical today. It’s a small investment of time that can have a big impact on your well-being.