Checked In 2025: The new year is around the corner and we are all ready with our new resolutions. But, have you ever thought that this time, the new year should be started by resolving to put your health first? Everyone wants to have a happy year, but the first condition of a happy life is – healthy life।
Dr Bandana Sodhi, Director of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Fortis La Fame, lists some important health checkups for 2025 that you should get done depending on your age, gender and lifestyle. So, let us know, what are the tests that we should do to pay attention to our health this year:
General health checkup: important things to know
These tests are necessary to accurately assess health:
Complete Blood Count (CBC): This test helps in detecting infections, anemia and other health problems in the body.
lipid profile: Checks cholesterol and triglycerides, which are important for heart health.
Blood Sugar Test: This test is done to detect diabetes.
Thyroid Function Test: If there is a sudden change in weight or feeling tired, this should be checked.
Nutrition and heart health: keep your health on track
Nutrition also plays an important role in our body, especially if you feel tired all the time or have weak bones:
Vitamin D and B12 testing: Their deficiency can be the cause of low energy and bone pain.
Iron Study: Iron deficiency can cause fatigue.
Electrolytes and Calcium Levels: This test is important for muscle and bone health.
To avoid heart problems:
Electrocardiogram (ECG): Heart beat check.
Echocardiogram: This test is important if there is a risk of heart disease.
Cancer screening: It is important to identify it in time.
It is very important to detect cancer timely:
Pap smear and HPV test: Important for women to check for cervical cancer.
Mammogram: Important for women after 40 years of age.
Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test: Prostate health checkup for men.
Special checks for women
Some tests are especially important for women's health:
Pelvic ultrasound: Investigation of problems to uterus and ovaries.
Hormonal test: Essential during menstrual irregularities or menopause.
Bone Density Test (DEXA): Screening for osteoporosis after menopause.
STI test: For sexually active women.
importance of mental health
Health is important not only physically but also mentally. Anxiety, depression or other mental problems should be checked timely.
Lifestyle based health check up
If you have certain habits in your lifestyle, special checks should be done accordingly:
Liver Function Test (LFT): This is important if you consume alcohol.
Kidney Function Test (KFT): To understand the functioning of kidneys.
Sleep Study: This test is important for those who snore or feel extremely tired.
Expert Advice: Small Steps, Big Benefits
According to Dr. Sodhi, we should adopt some common habits to maintain our health:
Do regular exercise, it improves both mood and health.
Eat a balanced diet, which contains plenty of fruits, vegetables and protein.
Keep track of your menstrual cycle and contact your doctor if you feel something is wrong.
Make a habit of drinking water, it is beneficial for health.
Get periodic vaccinations, such as flu and HPV vaccination.
So, why not start this New Year with a resolution to your health? Getting a regular health checkup is an annual checkup of your body, which gives you a chance to detect and avoid problems in time. To make 2025 a healthy and happy year, make your health a priority, and make this the beginning of your best year ever!
