Q: I am healthy and young. Why do I need DR. harsha;s holistic health check? A: Your body has amazing capacity to compensate for early stage of disease. If you are developing symptoms, sometimes it could mean already your body has exhausted the compensating capacity and it could be late stage of disease. Don't wait for symptoms! Catch chronic diseases early with preventive screenings. These check-ups can detect hidden risks and pave the way for better treatment, saving you money and keeping you healthier in the long run. Q: I am on my period. Will that affect my health screening? A:Most health screening tests, including X-rays, blood tests, and ultrasounds, can be done during your period. However, it's best to schedule your Pap smear for a time when you're not menstruating, ideally at least five days after your period ends. This ensures a more accurate test result. Q:How often should I get a preventive health check? A:The recommended frequency for preventive health checks depends on your age, health history, and risk factors. However, most adults can benefit from annual or biannual checkups after a certain age (often recommended after 30). Q:I already got my blood tests done, can I consult only for rest of preventive package? A:Yes. You can opt for any of the packages without blood test. A certain amount will be deducted from the package and blood tests can be avoided. But if your blood test report showing some of missing components which are required for risk calculation, you may be advised to undergo these tests at an additional price. Q:Does the health check involve only medicinal advice? A:No. the health check involves consultation with preventive experts who advice diet, exercise, sleep, stress guides along with medications/vaccinations/assistive equipment advice etc. If required medicines also will be prescribed as per international guidelines. Q:What if I'm worried about the cost of a preventive health check? A:Many health insurance plans cover preventive health checks. Check with your insurance provider to see what's covered under your plan. health packages are designed in such a way to cater every individual giving maximum value to the money spent on the package. Q:What happens if my preventive health check reveals a problem? A:If your check-up identifies a potential health issue, your doctor will discuss next steps, which may include additional tests, consultations with specialists, or changes of your lifestyle habits. Q:What should I do with the results of my preventive health check? A:Discuss the results with preventive and lifestyle medicine expert to understand what they mean and what steps you may need to take to maintain your health. Q:What should I do if already got my blood tests done? A:You can book an appointment with Dr. Harsha KJ for lifestyle assessment only. Based on your blood test results, personalised package can be advised for you so that you don’t have to spend again on blood tests. Q:My family has many diabetics; can I know my chance of developing diabetes? A:Yes, once you take Holistic lifestyle and prevention package, it is possible to know your risk of developing diabetes. But the good news is, if you follow healthy lifestyle and advice from our team, you can have long healthy happy and complication free life even if you are pre-diabetic or early diabetic with either no medicines or minimal medicines. Q:I am worried about adult vaccines as I hear so much about vaccine related side effects. Do I get all my answers in your centre? A:Yes, once you take Holistic lifestyle and prevention package, only appropriate vaccines for your age and sex will be suggested. You will be given all relevant information about vaccines and one free follow up consultation for vaccine related queries. Q:What is personalized health check package? A:A personalized health check package is a customized medical assessment designed to evaluate an individual's health status based on their specific needs, risk factors, lifestyle, and medical history. These packages typically offer a range of tests and screenings that can help identify potential health issues early and provide tailored recommendations for maintaining or improving health. Here are some key features and components: 1. Comprehensive Health assessment: Detailed medical history review Physical examination by a healthcare professional 2. Customized testing: Blood Tests (basic cholesterol tests, advanced cardiac markers etc.) Urine analysis Imaging tests (USG, CT scans, MRI etc.) Heart Health assessments (e.g.: ECG, Stress tests, Echocardiograms Cancer screening (e.g.: Mammograms, Colonoscopies, PSA tests. 3. Lifestyle and risk factor evaluation Assessment of diet, exercise, sleep and stress levels Evaluation of family history of diseases Identification of personal risk factors (e.g.: smoking, alcohol use, occupational hazards) 4. Specialist Consultations: Access to specialists such as gynaecologists, endocrinologists, pulmonologists etc. if required Personalized recommendations based on test results and consultations 5. Preventive measures and future health plans: Vaccinations Nutritional and dietary advice Exercise and fitness recommendations Stress management techniques Regular follow up plans and monitoring 6. Technology and innovations Use of wearable devices and health apps for continuous monitoring Genetic testing for predispositions to certain conditions 7. Holistic Approach Integrative medicine options, such as alternative therapies Mental health assessment and support