Encouraging friends and family to make an appointment for a
checkup or screening is a great way to help someone you care
about. Many of us disregard the importance of regular checkups.
Some of us avoid doctor visits out of fear and others simply
because it’s not part of our routine. When your loved one puts
off seeing the doctor, a small health problem can become a more
serious one. And some of the most serious health issues don’t
always have obvious symptoms. You may be the one person who can
convince your loved one to go to the doctor. Give it a try.
Often just by asking some basic questions about diet and
lifestyle and running some quick tests, a doctor can assess
someone’s health and well-being. The doctor may be able to
suggest behaviors or treatments to dramatically lower the risk
of serious health problems. The wait times at the doctor’s
office can vary greatly depending on the doctor and the day. But
isn’t the health of your loved ones and friends worth one to
three hours of your time? Besides, that’s