Do you need an annual checkup? From blood work to a complete physical exam, many patients want the works. But, what’s really necessary each year? A group of physicians has some surprising – and ...

Seeing the doctor when you're sick is a step in the right direction, but it's only a small piece of the wellness puzzle overall. Getting annual checkups reduces your chances of dealing with a chronic ...

CHICAGO (WLS) -- The New Year often motivates people to set new health goals and toss out bad habits. Whether you are looking to lose weight, manage stress, or solve a current health issue, one of the ...

Here are five things to avoid before a physical to ensure accurate exam and blood test results and an overall optimal visit with your doctor.

Caring for family and working outside the home are priorities for men and women that may leave little time or energy for self-care, or even paying attention to the messages our bodies may be sending ...

The annual health exam is a venerable tradition, stretching back to the late 19th century — those heady days of medicine when doctors overestimated their own ability to cure disease, and badly ...

Regular eye exams, including glaucoma screenings, are crucial for maintaining eye health, especially as you age. Early detection of glaucoma, an eye disease that can damage the optic nerve, is vital ...

Annual medical checkups detect health problems before they start or before they are too far along, so they can more easily be treated. Checkups prevent disease, help patients maintain good health ...

Many people have been putting off routine medical care during the Covid-19 pandemic. Now that many US adults are vaccinated and the rate of new infections is much lower, it's time to make sure you are ...

Your eyes might feel fine today, but dangerous conditions could be developing without any warning signs. Eye care professionals across the country are raising alarm bells about the rising number of ...

“This is our annual penguin exam,” said Dan Hemmann, curator at John Ball Zoo. “Every penguin gets a physical visit by our ...