Health Checkups for Senior Citizens: What to Include
After 60, the same checkup needs a few extras: bone health, eyes, hearing, and medicine review.
Start with the basics
Blood pressure, sugar, cholesterol, kidney and liver tests, CBC, thyroid and urine routine form a good base for most seniors.
Add age-specific checks
- Bone health: vitamin D, calcium, and bone density if advised
- Eyes and hearing: yearly screening, especially with diabetes
- Heart: ECG if your doctor advises it
- Medicine review: bring all medicines, including over-the-counter ones, to every visit
Do not add every test available. A doctor who knows your history can pick the tests that actually change your care.
Disclaimer: This article is general health information only, not medical advice. Consult a doctor for personal health decisions, symptoms, or test results.
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