Why You Should Go for Regular Health Checkups

Thanks to the Internet-driven information avalanche, people today are exceptionally health-savvy. We have innumerable medical resources telling us exactly what we need to do to stay healthy and avoid a bevy of illnesses. Ironically, however, we are living in an age when remaining healthy has become harder than ever. Blame it on people’s fast-paced lifestyles and the influence of environmental pollution. Genetics also plays a major role in determining people’s vulnerability to certain diseases. Under this circumstance, investing in routine health check-ups can help us lead healthy lives.

Here is why:

Prevention Is Better Than Cure

You may not have control over your genetic pattern. You also cannot control the level of pollutants in the air. Sometimes, professional commitments and family factors force you to lead a lifestyle which is not exactly healthy. However, you can have complete control over one thing – how often you visit your physician. By getting yourself examined regularly, your doctor will usually be able to detect and start treating any health problem at its outset. Early detection will help you heal faster.

Health Insight Gives You Power

Your body is a machine and different internal systems have to work in harmony for an overall smooth functioning. If one vital organ fails, the whole system can crash. Your outer appearance can be misleading and is not able to tell you what’s going on inside. However, clinical examinations at regular intervals can take the guess workout of the equation and tell you for sure whether everything is functioning properly or not. Being aware of health risks will help you make better lifestyle choices. Invest in your health today so that you can avoid unnecessary medical expenses in the future.

Facing Reality Always Pays

We have all heard of young and apparently healthy people dying suddenly of stroke or other unforeseen ailments. Nobody wants a fate like this. Avoid it by going for a few tests once or twice a year to learn in advance what is ailing you.

The earlier you face reality, the better it is for you. Visit one of our centers and take your first step towards a healthier tomorrow.

Attention St. Petersburg, Trinity, and Downtown Tampa Patients:

 

We are sorry to announce that we will no longer carry Primary Care Services in our Downtown Tampa, Trinity, and St. Petersburg locations. 

You have the right to choose your healthcare provider and Florida Wellness Medical Group remains committed to fully supporting your decision.  Florida Wellness Medical Group along with the entire staff, will continue to provide primary care services at:  

                Carrollwood Location:

  Florida Wellness Medical Group

              4104 W. Linebaugh Ave.

         Tampa, FL 33624

Should you wish to continue your care plan and schedule an appointment at this location, or if you have any questions about your current or future care, please call 813-229-2225.  

Patients that wish to retain a copy of their medical records transferred, may request them by mailing or faxing the records request to the address and number listed below. 

Florida Wellness Medical Group

Attn: Medical Records Dept. 

4104 W. Linebaugh Ave.

Tampa FL, 33624

Or 

Fax to:   813-221-2225 or 727-264-8817