Routine guide
Annual Medical And Health Routine
A once a year routine to care for your health in a planned way.
Health tasks are easy to postpone until there is a problem. This annual routine prompts you to book check ups, review medications and follow through on recommendations so you can be more proactive.
Step by step checklist
- 1
List recommended check ups and screenings
Note the routine checks that apply to you such as dental appointments, eye tests or age related screenings. Include any specialist follow ups you have been advised to attend.
- 2
Book appointments
Schedule the appointments you are due for. If waiting lists are long, booking early gives you more options.
- 3
Review medications and repeat prescriptions
Check that any repeat prescriptions are still correct and that you have enough supply. Note questions for your doctor or pharmacist.
- 4
Follow up on previous advice
Look back at any health advice or referrals you received in the past year and note anything you have not yet acted on. Decide what you will follow up this time.
- 5
Capture small lifestyle intentions
Based on what you have seen, choose one or two small health related intentions for the coming months such as more regular movement, improved sleep or checking in on stress levels.
Tips to make this routine easier
- Run this routine at a similar time each year so it becomes part of your calendar.
- Bring a simple list of questions to appointments so you remember what you wanted to ask.
- Remember that small consistent changes often matter more than dramatic one offs.
Look after your health with RoutineHQ
RoutineHQ can hold your annual health checklist alongside your other routines. Use it to record which appointments you have booked, store notes from visits and remind yourself to follow up on recommendations.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need to do everything in one month?
No. You can spread health tasks across a season. The important part is that they are planned rather than endlessly postponed.
What if I feel anxious about appointments?
It is common to feel uneasy. You might bring a friend, write questions down in advance or let your practitioner know. Having a clear routine can also make the process feel more predictable.
Does this routine replace medical advice?
No. It simply helps you organise and remember tasks. For any concerns you should always follow the guidance of qualified health professionals.