Taking care of your health isn’t about getting treatment when you’re sick; it’s about taking proactive steps to prevent problems before they start. Preventive care is the foundation of long-term wellness, but where do you start?
Your primary care provider is your partner in health, helping you create a preventive care plan tailored to your needs.
At MS Family Medicine Health Care, PC, in Mineola, New York, our medical director, Dr. Michele Reed, is passionate about wellness and preventive care and how it supports your overall health and quality of life.
Our team works closely with patients, empowering them with knowledge and practical steps to maintain and improve their well-being. Here’s how you can get on a preventive care plan and start your journey toward better health.
Preventive care includes health services intended to keep you well and lower your risk of disease. While it’s impossible to avoid every illness, especially contagious ones like colds and flu, preventive care can reduce your chances of developing more serious conditions such as diabetes and heart disease.
Many chronic health conditions develop silently, without noticeable symptoms during the early stages. Preventive care helps identify diseases and risk factors early, giving you the best chance to stop or slow the progression.
An annual physical is the cornerstone of preventive care. This comprehensive check-up assesses all major body systems, reviews your lifestyle habits, and evaluates your risk for chronic diseases.
The information gathered during your annual checkup determines the direction of your preventive care plan. It also helps us track your health and update your plan every year.
Health screenings are tests that look for diseases before you have symptoms. We determine what screenings you need based on your health history, family history, and age.
Don’t skip important screenings like a colonoscopy for colon cancer or a mammogram for breast cancer. We also do blood tests to check for diabetes and high cholesterol.
Your habits play a vital role in your preventive care plan. The best time to incorporate healthy habits is now. Small, consistent changes are more effective than drastic overhauls that are hard to sustain.
Some simple steps to start with include:
Core lifestyle habits, such as balanced nutrition, regular physical activity, quality sleep, and effective stress management, create a strong foundation for lifelong wellness.
Are you ready to start your preventive care plan? We’re ready to help. Call us today or request an appointment online anytime.
