And we take our cars to the garage for oil changes and other preventative maintenance routinely to help prevent problems before they happen. You only get one body. Don't blow it. If you have an asset, you take care of it. Utilizing preventative care cannot guarantee you a life without medical complications.
Nothing can do that.
But you will have done everything you can to be sure your future days are healthier. Long-term cost savings. Yes, preventative care costs money. But compared to the costs you might incur and the distress of a long-term or permanent medical condition, preventative care is money well spent. Link to our preventative care interactive recommendations , to find out what's right for your age and gender.