I enjoy penning a bi-monthly column for the readers of Today’s Christian Living magazine. Here is the link to the most recent issue, July 2024. My column, “Understanding Your Health: Six Questions to Review with Your Family Physician“ is on pages 14-15. Below is the introduction to this seven-part series.

Maintaining good (1) physical, (2) emotional/mental, (3) social/family, and (4) spiritual health (all of which Jesus demonstrated; see Acts 2:52) can be a complex endeavor.

There are many factors in each of these “four wheels” of health influencing not only how we feel and function daily, but how “smooth” a health ride we’ll have in life (the quality of our life), and how long of a life we may have (the quantity of of our life).

During their annual health maintenance visits with me, it’s not unusual for patients to ask questions about various aspects of their well-being about which they wonder or about which they are concerned.

Below are some common health questions of the many that I’ve been asked over the last forty years.

Although I’ll give some brief, general answers in the next few weeks, you may wish to consider asking your physician for more detailed answers, tailored to you as only your family physician can to help you make informed decisions about your health.

Here are the six questions in this series and a link to some resources for you to consider:

Understanding Your Health: Six Questions to Review with Your Family Physician“

1. Oct 2: What are the key factors influencing my overall health?
2. Oct 9: How often should I get routine screenings and vaccinations?
3. Oct 16: What should I do if I’m experiencing persistent fatigue or stress?
4. Oct 23: How can I manage stress effectively?
5. Oct 30: What is the importance of maintaining a healthy weight, and how can I achieve it?
6. Nov 6: How can I improve my sleep quality?
7. Nov 13: More Resources for your Health

© Copyright WLL, INC. 2024. This blog provides healthcare tips and advice that you can trust about a wide variety of general health information only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment from your regular physician. If you are concerned about your health, take what you learn from this blog and meet with your personal doctor to discuss your concerns.