A medical doctor, Dr Dayo Ojo, on Saturday in Lagos urged Nigerians to always check their health status against any ailment.
Ojo of Calvary Medical Hospital, Ayobo, Lagos, told the News Agency of Nigeria that regular checkup was a way to get early intervention and arrest a deteriorating health situation.
“Nigerians should pay more attention to their health by inculcating the habit of going for general checkup to help stay healthy.
“Men and women of every age need checkup, which will pave the way for early detection and treatment of health challenges before they become serious and more difficult to manage,” he said.
He urged the public to take charge of their health, saying that should be their priority in life.
Ojo advised people to visit the hospital once a year to discuss with their doctors what screening or test they need and when they need it.
“Take action now to protect your health and well being in future, prioritise your health as the key to keep your body running smoothly is regular check-up.
“Visit your doctor and have some tests done to find out if there is anything wrong in your body. If you don’t have a personal physician, think about getting one,” he said.
According to him, some people avoid regular checkup even when the tests are free, believing that they are in good health.
He explained that such people forget that there were silent killer sicknesses that would not give any sign or symptom until the sickness gets to an advanced stage.
Ojo said many Nigerians preferred to spend their money on expensive blackberry phones, cars and jewellery, but could not afford money for a checkup once a year.
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