Registered nurse Jake Mossop discusses the frequency of doctor visits, emphasizing the importance of having a primary care provider who understands your individual health needs. He advises that while younger people with fewer health risks may not need yearly checkups, those in their 40s and older, as well as individuals with chronic conditions, should see a doctor more frequently.
The information you need to know, sent directly to you: Download the CTV News App Many are unsure about whether they should see a doctor once a year, but it will depend on a few factors, according to registered nurse Jake Mossop. 'The emphasis isn't really on the frequency, so much, as much as it is making sure you're attached to a primary care provider who knows your individual health concerns,' Mossop said in an interview with CTV Your Morning on Thursday in Toronto.
If you're in your 20s and 30s, it's not necessary to see the doctor every year because of lower health risks. But people in their 40s and older are going to need to see the doctor more often, Mossop said. You may need to see a doctor at least once a year if you have a chronic health condition and regular prescribed medications, he said.Younger people who may be more sexually active require sexually transmitted infection (STI) screenings, while older people may need to get their blood pressure and cholesterol checked, he said.
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