Mayo Clinic Q&A: Is an Annual Checkup Really Necessary?

Checkup, Chicago Health Magazine Online

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I am a 39-year-old woman and haven’t been to the doctor for many years, other than to get a yearly flu shot. Are there other vaccines or tests I’m missing by not having an annual checkup? Is an annual exam really necessary if I’m not having any health issues? ANSWER: First, let […]