Don’t Wait for Symptoms
Retirement changes many routines. The morning alarm disappears, office deadlines become history and there is finally more control over how we spend our time. One routine, however, should become more disciplined after 60: looking after our health. Many people visit a doctor only when something hurts. That approach can be risky because high blood pressure, diabetes, osteoporosis and several cancers may develop without obvious early symptoms. A sensible post-retirement habit is therefore to schedule a preventive health review at least once a year. This does not mean ordering every test advertised in a hospital package. A doctor should recommend investigations according to your age, sex, family history, existing conditions, medicines and previous results. Consult Doctor Before Tests Blood pressure deserves regular attention. Hypertension may remain unnoticed for years, and preventive guidelines recommend screening adults aged 40 and above annually. Blood sugar and cholesterol shoul...