Importance of a Health Screening

Injuries from accidents are common. Every day, many people are involved in some type of accident that causes injury, from slip-and-falls and car accidents to faulty equipment and workplace accidents. Injuries from accidents can have both short-term and long-term effects on one’s health and lifestyle. For example, a sprained ankle from a slip could limit driving ability and slow one’s speed down which could inhibit daily activities and/or workplace productivity. A serious brain injury, however, could potentially lead to a lifetime of consequences.  Therefore, it is incredibly important to seek out a Health Screening after you’ve been in an accident, or injury incident.

This is why it is important for a medical follow-up after an accident. Proper medical screening and evaluation could help the victim have a better sense of their physical well-being after an accident. After an accident, it is common that most people ignore the symptoms or avoid a further look into their health. Going to a doctor means time off work, trying to make an appointment, or even receiving a note that limits one’s ability to work. These are just a few reasons why many people avoid seeing a medical professional after an accident. But a more concerning idea is one that there may be a more serious underlying problem that may go unnoticed and one that could be much more detrimental to one’s long-term health.

There are times when the victim of an accident thinks they are fine, and continue their day as if the accident never happened. It goes unreported and undiagnosed. Later, the victim starts to feel unwell and begins to show symptoms of a much more dangerous problem. Since the injury was not reported, recorded, or treated, the victim may have a more difficult path in seeking recovery of their full damages from the other party.

Seek Out a Professional

Post-accident, seek medical help, obtain a diagnostic report, and retain all accident-related documents for reference. This will not only help you and the insurance company keep better records and help you stay healthy, but it will ensure that you receive the proper financial compensation for the accident and any injuries. Consult a Personal Injury attorney for case guidance and obtaining financial compensation. Attorneys can refer to medical professionals for diagnoses.

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For more information on Health Screenings after an accident, visit the Kaiser Permanente page here.