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World Health Day 2019: It is important to visit a doctor at regular intervals and get some basic tests done.
On World Health Day, which is celebrated on April 7 every year, Dr D S Chadha, Head, Internal Medicine at Fortis Vasant Kunj recommends "It is good to visit a doctor periodically, even if you feel healthy," he says.
Blood pressure check-up, blood tests - Get the cholesterol levels and blood triglycerides checked, among other things. High levels may indicate a increased risk of different health problems, including heart disease. In such cases people should get the Electrocardiogram (ECG), which detects heart abnormalities, done. It is also necessary to check for obesity levels. Being overweight is a significant risk factor for many health conditions, including cardiovascular disease and diabetes. Ask your doctor to check your Body Mass Index (BMI) and the waist measurement every two years. If you are a high risk, you should have your weight checked more frequently.
Tests for diabetes include a fasting blood sugar level test and HbA1c which measures the average of last three months' sugar readings, and is highly dependable. Depending on your risk level, you will need to test annually or once every three years. It is also important to assess the risk factors for diabetes like: family history of diabetes, overweight or obesity, smoking, sedentary lifestyle, women with history of diabetes in pregnancy and women in history of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS).
Advancing age is a significant risk factor for osteoporosis in both men and women. A bone density test Generally speaking, people over the 50 should be regularly assessed for the need.
There is a lot of awareness with respect to cancer. Cases of breast cancer have definitely gone up because there is awareness and we are able to catch it early. Women are the age group of 15 to 80 years. Women, after the age of 40, should get a Pap smear done to cervical cancer, and a breast screening mammography is advised for women after the age of 45. For those who have a family history of the diseases , and the tests are recommended between the ages of 35-40 years. The tests should be done every three to five years
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We all know that prevention is better than cure, which is why it is essential to keep a check on our eating habits, exercise regularly and maintain a healthy lifestyle. However, it is also important to regularly visit the doctor and get some basic tests done to assess the risk of any future medical issues, and start medication if needed.
On World Health Day, which is celebrated on April 7 every year, Dr D S Chadha, Head, Internal Medicine at Fortis Vasant Kunj recommends "It is good to visit a doctor periodically, even if you feel healthy," he says.
Blood pressure check-up, blood tests - Get the cholesterol levels and blood triglycerides checked, among other things. High levels may indicate a increased risk of different health problems, including heart disease. In such cases people should get the Electrocardiogram (ECG), which detects heart abnormalities, done. It is also necessary to check for obesity levels. Being overweight is a significant risk factor for many health conditions, including cardiovascular disease and diabetes. Ask your doctor to check your Body Mass Index (BMI) and the waist measurement every two years. If you are a high risk, you should have your weight checked more frequently.
Tests for diabetes include a fasting blood sugar level test and HbA1c which measures the average of last three months' sugar readings, and is highly dependable. Depending on your risk level, you will need to test annually or once every three years. It is also important to assess the risk factors for diabetes like: family history of diabetes, overweight or obesity, smoking, sedentary lifestyle, women with history of diabetes in pregnancy and women in history of polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS).
Advancing age is a significant risk factor for osteoporosis in both men and women. A bone density test Generally speaking, people over the 50 should be regularly assessed for the need.
There is a lot of awareness with respect to cancer. Cases of breast cancer have definitely gone up because there is awareness and we are able to catch it early. Women are the age group of 15 to 80 years. Women, after the age of 40, should get a Pap smear done to cervical cancer, and a breast screening mammography is advised for women after the age of 45. For those who have a family history of the diseases , and the tests are recommended between the ages of 35-40 years. The tests should be done every three to five years
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