06/05/2026
Men are significantly less likely than women to seek routine, preventive care from a healthcare provider, which means they may be missing out on important health screenings that are part of any annual wellness visit.
For men under 40, this could include a physical exam, checking your blood pressure, metabolic screening, STI screening, vaccines, and a conversation about your family medical history.
For men over 40, they may be missing all of the above, plus cardiovascular risk screening, cancer screenings (prostate, colon, lung), and an eye exam.
For seniors, they may be missing an additional osteoporosis screening and a fall risk assessment.
If you haven't yet made an appointment for your annual checkup, take a moment to schedule one. Your IHC provider will walk you through what’s right for you based on your age and personal health history.