F I NAL WORD
Preventive Screenings: Four Truths You Should Know
Here’s why you don’t want to skip your screening.
BY N I COL E AB ENDROTH
Annual checkups and screenings can feel like a hassle, but there’s a reason why health care providers encourage us to get them. Those routine visits can help you ward off major medical problems. So why does the Reuters News Service report that only 8% of adults age 35 and older get all their recommended screenings and shots? There are plenty of reasons, but misinformation is one key. So let’s set the record straight with these four truths.
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