Health Tip: Preparing for Your Next Checkup

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(HealthDay News) -- To get the most from your medical checkups, make sure you're prepared before you visit your doctor.

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention offers these suggestions:

• Update your family health history to include any new health problems among close relatives.
• Create a list of any recent symptoms, issues or questions for your doctor. Topics may include changes in eating or sleep habits, or recent symptoms of depression or anxiety.
• Think about your future, and discuss any health-related issues or changes with your doctor. Such issues may include quitting smoking or losing weight, etc.

-- Diana Kohnle

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