{"id":444,"date":"2026-09-30T14:22:49","date_gmt":"2026-09-30T07:22:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/docfioclinic.com\/?page_id=444"},"modified":"2026-10-26T15:46:38","modified_gmt":"2026-10-26T08:46:38","slug":"preverentive-care-4","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/docfioclinic.com\/en\/docfio-clinic\/preverentive-care-4\/","title":{"rendered":"Preventive Care \u2013 4"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Key Points in Preventive Care and Routine Family Medicine Services<\/strong><\/h1>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n
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Comprehensive Health Examination<\/strong><\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t

A health checkup, commonly known as an MCU, is conducted in a holistic yet personalized manner. It includes a \u201chead-to-toe\u201d physical examination of vital signs, supplemented by Lifestyle Medicine screenings and vital sign assessments, as well as supportive tests such as laboratory tests, an electrocardiogram (EKG), and, if necessary, radiology. Your health journey will be guided by experts, from the initial examination and risk factor assessment to the interpretation of results, consultations, and ongoing support from specialists.<\/p>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n

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This checkup includes both general and personalized health screenings.<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Every individual has their own health risk factors that can trigger the onset of symptoms that may later develop into health problems. These risk factors include personal health history, genetic factors, family medical history, lifestyle and habits, as well as the living and work environments. The more risk factors a person has, the higher their overall risk. Early detection is likely to provide greater benefits for someone with multiple risk factors. Early treatment or intervention can improve health status and help a person live a longer, happier life. Keep in mind that these screening tests are generally intended to determine your level of health risk, not to directly detect a disease; therefore, follow-up tests may be recommended to obtain a clearer diagnosis so that appropriate action can be taken immediately.<\/p>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n

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Know Your Numbers<\/u><\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t

If you\u2019re afraid to find out about your health, the good news is that you\u2019re not alone; however, the bad news is that this fear can actually have a negative impact on your own health. The first step you need to take is to identify your health risks and understand your health indicators. The sooner you become aware of these risks, the better. Health risk assessments don\u2019t always require expensive or complicated tests. During your visit to this clinic, the risk screening process will begin by reviewing your lifestyle, habits, work life, history of health issues, and family medical history\u2014and how these factors affect your health. By checking your blood sugar, cholesterol, blood pressure, waist circumference, and body mass index\u2014or even simply assessing your body shape\u2014you can detect risks for heart disease, stroke, and diabetes, which are the leading causes of death worldwide.<\/p>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n

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AM I AT RISK?<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t

A health risk factor is any attribute, characteristic, or exposure (including lifestyle) that increases a person\u2019s likelihood of developing a disease, injury, or other adverse health condition. Health risk factors consist of (1) nonmodifiable factors, such as age and gender, and (2) modifiable factors, such as diet, sleep quality, smoking, excess weight, and stress management.

It\u2019s time for you to pay more attention to your health. The only person responsible for your health is you. There are three key points you need to understand: No one is immune to health risks; aging is one of the main risk factors for certain noncommunicable diseases. Aging is a natural risk factor that cannot be changed or avoided. The same goes for gender; being a woman specifically puts you at a higher risk of developing certain cancers, such as breast cancer. However, you don\u2019t need to worry because there are steps you can take to manage this risk. You will indeed grow older, but you can do so in a healthy and happy way.

The three elements are:
1. Risk Factor Detection
2. Determine the Risk Level (PDF: Low, Moderate, High)
3. Risk Factor Management

Risk Factor Detection<\/em><\/strong><\/a> (Part 1 & Part 2) <\/a>) -> Determine the Risk Level (PDF: Low, Moderate, High) -> Find Ways to Manage Risk Factors (in the box)

Look for the information box on risk factors for each condition or disease, then ask yourself: AM I AT RISK?<\/p>\n\t\t

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\u2022 Older age
\u2022 Race (African)
\u2022 Family history of high blood pressure
\u2022 Overweight or obesity
\u2022 Physically inactive
\u2022 Too much salt in the diet
\u2022 Too little vitamin D in the diet
\u2022 Drinking too much alcohol
\u2022 High stress levels
\u2022 Chronic conditions (kidney disease, diabetes), and pregnancy<\/p>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n\n<\/details>\n

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\u2022 Older age
\u2022 Women have higher LDL levels after menopause
\u2022 Family history of heart attacks
\u2022 Overweight or obesity
\u2022 Physically inactive

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\u2022 Older age
\u2022 Race (African)
\u2022 Family history of type 2 diabetes
\u2022 Overweight or obesity
\u2022 Physically inactive
\u2022 High blood pressure
\u2022 High blood cholesterol
\u2022 History of gestational diabetes
\u2022 History of polycystic ovary syndrome
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What is your risk level? Download: Diabetes Risk Factors<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t

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