Exercise and Exams

Did Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel really suggest that Americans give up their annual physical exams?

According to his op-ed in the New York Times that is exactly what he is suggesting.  He states, “The annual physical exam is basically worthless.”

Each year, forty-five million Americans have an annual physical exam.  I am one of those individuals. I regularly schedule physical exams. I work to include healthy habits in my daily life.

Are you interested in reading the entire article? I suggest you search in the New York Times Op-Ed for Dr. Emanuel's complete article. 

“I don’t

workout

because I hate

my body…

… I workout

because I

Love it. “

Author unknown 

Monday Musings ... Mammograms

"Time and health are two precious assets that we don’t recognize and appreciate until they have been depleted."  Denis Waitley

I think when people reach a certain age; we have acquired a deep appreciation of life and health. So …

It is my intention to make the most of every day. Each day, I have two things that are a priority. One is my spiritual life. The second is physical exercise.

 So …scheduling regular physicals is important

ü  Annual Physical Exam … complete J

ü  Complete Blood Work

ü  Mammogram

ü  Flu Shot

ü  Dental Check up  … every six months…

Last Tuesday, I had my annual mammogram.  Uncomfortable … but necessary…

First question, “Would you like a heated robe?”

Hmmm, Yes!

Little things like a heated robe can make a physical a bit more comfortable.