“But I Feel Fine…” That’s what Femi said when his wife insisted he get a full-body checkup for his 40th birthday. He wasn’t sick, wasn’t in pain, and had never been admitted to a hospital. A little tired, sure, but who isn’t?
His results came back with early signs of kidney dysfunction and dangerously high blood pressure. That checkup may have saved his life. At Chiron Hospital, we’ve seen this story more times than we can count. People who walk in for a routine health assessment in Lagos leave with the knowledge they need to prevent or even reverse life-threatening illnesses.
What Is a Health Assessment?
A health assessment is a comprehensive review of your body’s systems. Think of it as a full diagnostic of your health—like servicing your car before it breaks down. It helps detect early warning signs before symptoms ever appear.
Depending on your age, family history, and lifestyle, a full-body checkup may include:
- Blood pressure and heart rate monitoring
- Blood sugar levels (fasting and HbA1c)
- Cholesterol profile
- Kidney and liver function tests
- Electrolyte balance
- Complete blood count (CBC)
- ECG or ECHO (to assess heart function)
- Abdominal ultrasound
- Prostate screening (for men 40+)
- Breast and pelvic exam (for women)
- Eye check and dental assessment
- Lifestyle and mental health screening
At Chiron Hospital, each full-body checkup is tailored. We don’t just run tests—we interpret them with care and talk you through what they mean.
Why Preventive Checkups Matter
The truth is, many serious illnesses don’t show symptoms until it’s too late. Diabetes, hypertension, kidney disease, and certain cancers can stay silent for years. By the time signs show, damage may already be done.
Regular checkups allow for:
• Early detection of disease
• Better treatment outcomes
• Healthier aging
• Cost savings (early treatment is cheaper than advanced care)
• Peace of mind
In a country like Nigeria where many people delay hospital visits until there’s an emergency, a preventive checkup can be the smartest decision you make all year.
Who Needs a Health Assessment?
• Everyone aged 30 and above should have at least one full checkup annually.
• People with a family history of chronic illness (diabetes, heart disease, cancer) should start even earlier.
• Busy professionals, caregivers, and parents and you too. Especially you.
You don’t have to feel sick to be unwell.
Common Diagnoses Caught Early at Chiron
Some of the most common “silent” conditions we catch include:
• Stage 1 hypertension
• Early insulin resistance (a precursor to type 2 diabetes)
• Liver enzyme elevations from lifestyle or medications
• Uterine fibroids or ovarian cysts
• Low vitamin D or iron levels
• High cholesterol
With early intervention, all of these are treatable. Left unchecked, many can lead to stroke, heart disease, infertility, or kidney failure.
Beyond the Lab: Our Approach to Preventive Health
At Chiron Hospital, your full body checkup isn’t just about numbers. It’s about your whole self.
We include:
• Lifestyle counseling: from exercise to nutrition
• Mental wellness screening: because stress matters too
• Follow-up planning: including specialist referrals if needed
• Digital access to your reports: so you stay informed
If you’ve been putting off your health check because you’re “too busy” or “feel okay,” we invite you to pause. Book your preventive checkup in Lagos today, not just for you, but for the people who count on you. Let’s make your health a priority before it becomes a crisis.
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