What Makes An Annual Check-Up So Important?

A lot can happen in a year. This is especially true in regard to our health. That’s why annual check-up appointments are so important. While some people may only visit the doctor’s office when they have a pressing issue or concern, there can be incredible value in making time for preventative visits like your annual physical appointment. Undergoing an annual physical can be an excellent way to gauge the status of your overall health and lay the groundwork for many more healthy years ahead. Here are a few reasons why we highly recommend scheduling your annual physical appointment:

Prevent or Diagnose Potential Health Problems

This is the most obvious (and frankly most important) reason. An annual physical allows your doctor to diagnose and review any changes in your health that you may have experienced over the past year. Additionally, this can be a great chance to discuss your lifestyle and identify potential risk factors that could lead to health problems down the road. If anything abnormal is noticed during your appointment, diagnostic testing can be performed to determine if there is a disease or condition that needs to be treated.

Update Your Vaccinations

Yearly vaccinations are not just for kids. Keeping up with your vaccination schedule is a crucial aspect of fighting off preventable illness and keeping yourself as healthy as possible. As we age, it’s important to avoid sickness that can lead to missing work and additional healthcare concerns in the future.

Reconnect with Your Healthcare Provider

The relationship between you and your primary care doctor is an important one. Your annual physical appointment is the perfect opportunity to reconnect with your healthcare provider and discuss any issues pertaining to your health that you might be concerned about. In order to get the most out of your appointment, it’s essential to find a doctor that you feel comfortable discussing sensitive, personal subjects with regarding your health and wellbeing.

In most cases, the best way to treat an illness or health condition is to prevent it from happening in the first place. Additionally, early detection of any health concern is vital in order to receive the best treatment options available. This is why we stress the importance of annual physical exams and regularly checking in on the status of your overall health. To schedule your appointment today, contact Abraham Family Medicine. Our office is located in Snellville, not far from Grayson, Dacula, and Lilburn.