Your mid to late 40s can bring on its own set of health challenges. However, a 45-49 health assessment at EHMP can help Australians identify chronic conditions early and implement healthy lifestyle choices to reduce the risks.
If you’re in your 40s, now is the time to prioritise your health. Our team of doctors recommend getting annual checkups at this age to help reduce health issues that become more common at this time in your life.
What is the 45-49 health assessment?
The health check is a comprehensive assessment of examinations performed by our in-clinic nurses Kath and Gitte to determine your risk of chronic diseases, our regular GP will be involved in every step of the way, so the health check is personalised to your needs and history.
Risk factors include:
- family history of chronic disease.
- blood pressure, cholesterol, or blood sugar levels.
- weight and diet.
- history of smoking.
- alcohol intake.
- exercise habits.
What does the 45-49 health assessment involve?
As part of the health assessment, our team may ask you about the following:
- Lifestyle (diet, exercise, smoking, and drinking).
- Signs of skin cancer.
- Mental health condition.
- Preconception care.
- Family history of chronic disease.
Why is the health assessment important?
A health assessment in your mid-late 40s can help you make lifestyle changes to better your health long term, so you can prevent or delay the onset of chronic diseases like the below:
- Asthma
- Cancer
- Cardiovascular disease
- Type 2 diabetes
- Mental health conditions
- Arthritis and Musculoskeletal conditions
Now is the time to put your health first and book in today for your health assessment.