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Flue shots, a twice-yearly dental checkup, an annual mammogram, a colonoscopy every five years—when you’re trying to be medically responsible, your calendar can fill up quickly. Think about it this way: the time you spend on preventive measures not only may save you hours down the road for more extensive procedures, but it may save your life as well.

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