Are Regular Health Tests After 70 Actually Harmful? | 5 Medical Tests Seniors Should Rethink
Are you or your loved ones over 70 and going through routine health checkups? 🧪 While staying informed is crucial, some medical tests might actually do more harm than good after a certain age. In this video, Dr. Steven breaks down 5 common health tests for seniors that may lead to unnecessary treatments, anxiety, or side effects—all backed by real scientific research.
👉 Stay till the end for the one test linked to 5% of U.S. cancer cases according to recent studies.
🔍 What You'll Learn:
Why the DEXA bone scan may lead to overtreatment
Risks of brain scans for mild memory issues
The truth about heart stress tests in seniors
Why colonoscopies after 75 may not be worth it
Shocking dangers of the full-body scan
✅ Instead, discover safer options like basic screenings, memory tests, and the powerful role of exercise, sleep, and nutrition in senior health.
📚 SOURCES (Mentioned in the Video):
JAMA 2022: Effects of exercise and nutrition on fracture risk
Journal of Geriatric Medicine, 2021: Overuse of imaging in cognitive decline
New England Journal of Medicine, 2017: Outcomes of stent placement in stable heart patients
American Gastroenterological Association, 2020: Colonoscopy outcomes by age
Radiology Journal, 2023: Cancer risk from full-body CT scans
⚠️ DISCLAIMER: This video is for informational purposes only. The author is not providing personal medical advice and did not conduct original research. All facts are based on publicly available scientific publications and health resources. Always consult a licensed medical professional before making health decisions.
