Preventive Health Checklist, Stay well for Longer
Discover why “annual check-ups,” “health screenings,” and “wellness visits” matter, how to use the free Preventive Care Checklist with your GP, and actionable steps to stay on top of your health before issues arise. Join Ros Lindsey, Registered Nurse with a Master of Public Health and host of The Wellness Nurse Podcast, as she tackles the common challenge of putting off preventive care. This Podcast Is for You If You’re Interested In Preventive care Health screenings Annual check-ups Wellness visits Early detection Metabolic health Cancer prevention Healthy aging Key Points The “urgent vs. important” dilemma: why we delay preventive care and how silent conditions develop without symptoms Comprehensive health screening checklist: from blood pressure targets to cancer screenings and bone density scans Navigating Medicare coverage vs. out-of-pocket costs for tests outside typical age ranges Action plan: download the checklist, book a dedicated annual check-up, and automate future wellness visits Long-term benefits: peace of mind, early detection, better outcomes if issues detected early, baseline tracking, and a prevention mindset ⏰ Timecodes ⏰ 0:00 – Introduction: scheduling everything but health checks 1:00 – Why preventive care isn’t urgent—and why it should be 2:15 – Conditions developing silently: metabolic syndrome to CVD 3:45 – Introducing the Preventive Care Checklist 4:30 – How to use it with your GP for personalized screening 5:15 – Medicare preventive screening coverage and gap costs 6:00 – Peace of mind and early detection benefits 7:00 – Establishing baselines and prevention mindset 8:00 – Action plan: download, book, Final challenge and call to action Resources Mentioned Free Preventive Care Checklist: roslindsey.com/checklist What to Do Next Download and print the Preventive Care Checklist. Book a dedicated annual check-up with your GP. Block time in your calendar, arrange screening and other tests and set reminders for follow-up screenings. Work with Ros Lindsey Website: Ros Lindsey.com 1:1 Online Consultations Get personalised preventive care guidance and tailored preventive health plans at roslindsey.com/bookings. Do a health self assessment - Health Selfie https://app.roslindsey.com/ (computer only) Online Course: The Wellness Roadmap https://www.roslindsey.com/wellness Corporate Wellness Workshops Transform your workplace with evidence-based preventive health strategies. Book a corporate session tailored for Australian employees. Email: [email protected] Connect with Ros Lindsey Instagram: @roslindseylife YouTube / Spotify / Apple Podcast: The Wellness Nurse LinkedIn: Rosalind Lindsey Email: [email protected] Please SUBSCRIBE, SHARE AND LIKE this episode to inspire more Australians to prioritise preventive care and live longer, healthier lives. Disclaimer: This information is educational and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider for personalised preventive care recommendations.