Checking Up on Men's Health
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| Fri, 06-13-2008 - 9:09am |
This week is National Men's Health Week, so it's a fitting time to encourage the men in your life to see their doctors. A health checkup can be a daunting prospect for any man, but the truth is, doctor visits and medical tests can lead to lifesaving treatments when diseases are caught in their early and most treatable stages. More good news: If your loved ones are following the South Beach Diet lifestyle, they've already taken an important step toward a journey of lifelong health. So, why not have them take the extra precaution of checking in with their doctors? Here is a list of some screenings recommended for the men in your life by the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, a panel of experts that makes recommendations based on scientific evidence.
Men should check with their doctor about additional recommended screenings, particularly if they may be at high risk or have a family history of illness or disease.



Thanks for the important reminder for the men in our lives, Cathy. With Bruce's many trips to the dr, I think we have it all covered right now. But it's so important to make sure health checkups are done on a regular basis, even when we feel like we are in the best possible situation, health-wise.
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I think men in particular think they do not "need" the regular physicals and check-ups.