FIRST OPINION. Annual doctor's visits are the way to taking charge of your health.

Byline: James Arens

FIRST OPINION Annual doctor's visits are the way to taking charge of your health For some men, a yearly check-up offers reassurance that the body is in fine, while for others it might catch health problems in their early stages FOR most men, an annual physical check-up offers reassurance that the body is in fine working order, and that they're as healthy as they look and feel. However, for others, a yearly check-up might catch health problems in their early stages, preventing them from escalating into something serious and possibly even life-threatening. So what can you expect when you visit your GP for an annual physical? Firstly, an annual examination gives you the opportunity to bring up any niggles or concerns you've had about your health over the past few months. Your doctor …