Photos: Taking control of your health can seem overwhelming, which is why it’s important to gather information before a doctor’s visit on what is typically recommended for people of your age and/or condition. Making the most of your doctors’ visits includes asking a lot of questions (think who, what, when, where, why and how) so you get the answers you need to make more informed decisions. You don’t have to be sick to visit your primary care physician. Being proactive and working with your doctor to create a preventive care plan can help you live a healthier life and maybe even reduce your health care costs. Preventive care plans simply start with routine checkups and screenings. In fact, many health plans pay for most or all of these types of preventive care services. According to Dr. Christine Laramée, chief medical officer with UnitedHealthcare North/Central Florida, while it might seem counterintuitive to see a doctor when you are healthy, it is really the best time to generate a baseline of your overall health. If checkups tend to settle at the bottom of your to-do list, Dr. Laramée shares some insights on how to develop a four-step plan to help make preventive… Read full this story
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