These days, no one can underestimate the value of good health. Although none of us can actually claim to be in perfect health, general wellness is something we all hope to achieve. How do you know you’re healthy? Do you consider yourself healthy if you feel good or do you think you need medical check-ups to tell you that?

Medical conditions can be specifically traced by check-ups and this is why you have to consult with your doctor despite your busy schedule.

According to doctors, guys from age 18-39 should have annual dental checkup. Blood pressure, height/weight and physical exam should be checked every 2-3 years and cholesterol levels have to be checked at least every 5 years.

Men aged 40-65 years old should get physically examined every year for cancer detection and dental exam, every 2 years for height/weight measurements, blood pressure, stool sample and vision/glaucoma and every 3-5 year check-up for cholesterol, blood sugar and sigmoidoscopy to detect dangers of colon cancer (for men with ages 50 and up).

Men over 65 years old have to checked annually for height/weight measurements, blood pressure, physical exam for cancer detection, stool sample, and dental exam. Every 3 years, get checked on thyroid hormone, blood count, cholesterol, blood sugar, hearing, vision/glaucoma, and lab tests on urine sample. Every 5 years, get checked for colon cancer.

It would also benefit you to know the important immunizations you should have such as annual influenza shots, tetanus booster against lockjaw every 10 years, and a vaccine to fight off Pneumococcal Pneumonia vaccine for men aging 65.