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1. Why Regular Health Check-ups are Important?
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Regular health check-ups can
• Find problems or diseases before they start and show signs or symptoms.
• Diagnose diseases early resulting in early start of treatment thus increasing chances
of cure.
• Help you to take steps to live a longer and healthier life.
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2. What are the Components of a Health Check-up?
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Physical examination including
• Measurements of height, body mass index (BMI), blood pressure, pulse, temperature,
respiratory rate.
• Head, eye, ear, nose and throat check-ups
• Examination of neck, lungs, heart, abdomen, extremities, skin.
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History and Other Details
• Medical history
• History of present illness
• Past history
• Past surgical history
• Social and family history
• Immunization history
• Current medications and allergies
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Investigations
• Laboratory tests
• Radiology/imaging investigations
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Consultations and Counselling
• Based on review and assessment of health status, appropriate consultations and counselling
including recommendations for preventive care are offered.
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