Denton County Living Well Magazine Winter 2014 | Page 40

ANNUAL EXAMS:
ARE THEY WORTH IT?
Courtesy The Cooper Institute

Recommendations about healthcare can be overwhelming at times, and lately the news has questioned
if certain physical exams and tests are necessary. How do you know which exams and tests you should
have…and when? Cooper Clinic Preventive Medicine Physician and 24/7 Platinum Physician, Emily Hebert, MD, explains Cooper Clinic’s recommendations for preventive health screenings and exams
Note: These recommendations are for generally healthy adults. If you have questions about your personal
health, contact your physician.

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DENTON COUNTY Living Well Magazine | WINTER 2014