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U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion

Doctor Visits

A doctor with long dark hair in a ponytail, glasses, and a white lab coat smiles and checks a child’s vital signs using a stethoscope.
Regular Checkups

Stay on top of your health – get regular checkups with a doctor or nurse.

A man with white hair wearing a blue sweater has his blood pressure checked by a doctor wearing a white lab coat.
Screening Tests

Find out which screenings (medical tests) you may need this year.

Woman receiving vaccine from a provider.
Vaccines (Shots)

Vaccines aren’t just for kids! Find out why everyone in the family needs to get important vaccines.

Man in wheelchair speaking with his provider.
Talking with the Doctor

Take charge of your health – ask questions at the doctor’s office to get better care. Get tips on talking to the doctor about topics like losing weight, getting tested for cancer, and more.