What screenings or tests should I be getting at my age?
Your body shifts with time. Some changes feel obvious. Others stay hidden—until you ask the right questions. Screening tests aren’t just about your age on paper. They’re about what’s going on behind the scenes.
A good GP doesn’t just check boxes. They look at your history. Your risks. Your lifestyle. They may recommend a cholesterol panel. A mammogram. A colonoscopy. Or maybe something simpler, like blood pressure monitoring.
These tests don’t prevent illness. But they catch it early—when it still whispers.
Are my current medications still right for me?
Medications serve a purpose—until they don’t. You may have started one for a temporary reason. But years later, you’re still taking it. The body changes. Absorption shifts. Interactions evolve.
This question helps your GP reassess. Do you still need that acid reducer? Is that blood pressure dose still right? Could something simpler work better now?
Staying on old meds isn’t always safe. Reviewing them is part of staying well.
How do my symptoms fit together, if at all?
You might feel tired, forgetful, irritable. Maybe you chalk it up to life. But what if it’s something more connected? Thyroid imbalance. Hormonal shifts. Vitamin deficiency.
Asking your GP to look at the big picture invites deeper care. It turns a list of complaints into a conversation about your whole system.
The body rarely sends symptoms in isolation.
Are there lifestyle changes I should consider before trying medication?
Sometimes, medication is essential. But sometimes, movement, sleep, or diet can shift things in surprising ways.
This question invites your GP to meet you where you are. It tells them you’re ready to be part of the process—not just the recipient of a prescription.
One change in timing. One shift in sleep. These can create results medication alone won’t reach.
Are there any vaccines or boosters I should consider now?
You may not think of vaccines when you feel healthy. But some only matter before exposure. Others wear off. Your GP can remind you what you’ve had—and what you still need.
Tetanus. Shingles. HPV. Flu. COVID. Hepatitis. Some protect you. Some protect others.
Immunity isn’t a one-time achievement—it’s an ongoing agreement with your body.
What’s my risk based on family history?
Family history isn’t destiny—but it’s a clue. If your parents had heart disease, diabetes, or cancer, your GP can turn that knowledge into action.
This question opens doors to preventive tests, earlier screenings, and clearer goals. It’s not about worry. It’s about knowing where to look—before symptoms arrive.
What’s one small habit that could make a big difference for me?
You don’t always need an overhaul. Sometimes, a ten-minute walk after dinner helps blood sugar. A glass of water before coffee helps digestion. Sleeping thirty minutes earlier improves your mood.
This question invites personal insight. It lets your GP suggest something specific—something just for you.
It’s not about doing more. It’s about doing differently.
Should I be seeing a specialist for anything we’ve discussed?
Your GP can treat many things—but not everything. Some concerns deserve a second opinion. A deeper look. A specialist’s focus.
This question doesn’t mean something’s wrong. It means you’re committed to clarity. Your GP can help you decide when that next step is helpful—and when it’s not necessary.
Can we schedule time to talk about mental health?
Mental health often waits until it can’t. Until it interrupts sleep. Work. Relationships. But you don’t have to wait for a breakdown to bring it up.
Mood. Focus. Stress. Energy. These are just as important as blood pressure or cholesterol.
Asking this question gives your GP permission to pause. To look beyond the surface.
It changes what the visit is about.
What should I look out for between now and our next visit?
Every appointment ends. But care shouldn’t. This question helps you leave with purpose. Your GP might say—watch your sleep. Track your energy. Recheck a mole. See if that pain repeats.
Instead of wondering when to call, you’ll know. That knowledge keeps you involved.
Because the time between visits matters just as much.