Many adults don’t screen or test for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) because it may be unclear when, how, and why a person should test for STDs. STDs, sexually transmitted infections (STIs), and other venereal diseases are tricky to self-screen for since many don’t lead to visible symptoms for weeks. An added challenge to determining when to best get an STD test is that the faster you get a screening the more likely a ...
2018 has passed. Now is the time to start planning your medical appointments for 2019. As a reminder, your annual physical is likely the most important preventive care appointment in the new year. An annual physical allows your provider to determine what your biggest healthcare risks are, what other appointments you may need, and ultimately how to improve your overall health. A patient may also engage in other types of preventive care exams that screen ...
