Family Health History

Your family history has a critical impact on your health. That's why your doctor needs to know how your family is doing.

They need specifics about health issues that run in your immediate family because many common diseases that families share have genetic, environmental and lifestyle causes. As technology improves, doctors want to get better information about your family history. They're looking at ways to improve the standard family history. In the meantime, you're encouraged to keep close track of your family's health.

So the next time your doctor asks how's your family doing, you'll have the best answer to help you and your loved ones stay safe and healthy.