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There’s no replacement for routine appointments with your healthcare provider (HCP). But being in touch with your body between office visits can help you:
- Understand your risk for chronic illnesses like heart disease and diabetes
- Set wellness goals and track your progress
- Know when to call your HCP about health changes
We asked Richard Carter, MD, FACS, a surgeon specializing in general and breast surgery at Henrico Doctor’s Hospital in Richmond, Virginia about simple home health checks for people on-the-go. Here are four DIY tests that can fit into even the busiest of schedules and help you take command of your health.
