The Benefits of a New Year’s Check-Up

The start of a new year brings all kinds of possibilities. It’s common for people to make New Year’s resolutions to improve some aspect of their health and wellbeing. Whether that means eating a healthier diet, committing to regular exercise, or cutting back on some other potentially unhealthy habits. However, one simple thing that we typically recommend is to make time at the start of the new year for an annual check-up.

physical, check-up, immunizations, preventative medicine, family practice testingYour annual check-up appointment is an essential part of maintaining the best possible physical and mental health. During check-ups in our office, we provide several essential services including making sure the patient’s immunizations are up to date as well as performing diagnostic testing to make sure there are no existing health concerns or illnesses that they may not be aware of. Our healthcare providers believe the new year is the ideal time to undergo a check-up for the following reasons:

  • It’s hard to miss. For some people, it can be difficult to remember when their last appointment was or when they should go back to their doctor for their next check-up. Making a tradition of getting a check-up at the start of a new year can be a great way to make sure you never miss an appointment.
  • It can allow you and your healthcare provider to discuss and review any changes to your health that you have noticed over the last year. A lot can happen in a year. Undergoing a check-up in the new year can help provide a chance to paint a clearer picture of anything you have noticed including any lingering pains or aches, changes to your hearing and vision, or signs of potentially serious health conditions like lumps on a woman’s breast.
  • It can be a great time to catch up any diagnostic testing that you might need. This can include testing for high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and other simple tests.
  • It can provide an opportunity for a fresh start. During a check-up appointment is the perfect chance to reconnect with your healthcare provider and discuss what you can do to live a healthier lifestyle. There is no better time than the start of a new year to receive advice and begin implementing these changes.

Scheduling an annual check-up appointment can be a great start towards taking a more proactive approach to your health and wellness this year. To schedule your check-up today, contact Abraham Family Medicine. Our office is located in Snellville, not far from Grayson, Dacula, and Lilburn.