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Why shipping crews should get physicals

Jul 14, 2013

Eating healthy foods, exercising daily and avoiding destructive habits, such as smoking cigarettes, are said to be the pillars of healthy living. But there’s another important thing that crews in the marine and shipping industry should consider in order to ensure that their bodies are functioning properly: get a physical checkup from your doctor or physician on regular intervals. We at Global Catering Canada are experts in providing catering & housekeeping services for ships, offshore platforms and oil rigs. Our office and ship staff focus on a ship or oil rig’s food, beverage, housekeeping and all their Victualling management needs. But when it comes to your crew’s underlying health issues or undiagnosed disease, it’s best to trust a doctor. An annual checkup is similar to what crews in the marine and shipping industry do to a ship before, during and after a trip. They examine the different parts of the ship and make sure everything is functioning as it should. If the ship’s engine is making strange noises, it would be foolish to wait until it breaks down. That could leave you stranded at sea. The better way would involve running a series of tests before you leave the port. That would allow you to address any problems your tests might uncover. What you can expect from a physical It’s an opportunity to talk candidly with a doctor about your health. Don’t be afraid to disclose any problems you might be experiencing. As a post from Canadian Living magazine states, there are any number of things that can affect health, including stress, weight loss or gain, and medication. You should mention any of these to your doctor. A checklist of what your doctor might do

The doctor will check your vital signs, listening to your heart rate and your lungs. They should also check your blood pressure. This is usually followed by an examination of your eyes, ears, mouth and reflexes.
Blood work: It isn’t mandatory, but your doctor may ask you to give blood in order to do more detailed tests. This could happen if they notice something abnormal, if you mention a specific symptom or if it’s been awhile since you’ve visited your physician.
Men: Depending on your age, a doctor may give you a testicular or prostate exam.
Women: A breast or pelvic exam may be required depending on your age.

Do you need an annual physical? The evidence is out on this one. Some doctors suggest that the annual checkup is unnecessary, saying it ties up resources and might not improve health. That might be true but the goal is also to address bad habits that might lead to health problems or to diagnose health problems such as diabetes or high cholesterol before it causes real harm. A good rule of thumb is to have a physical once every two years. But if you have a health issue, don’t wait. Visit a doctor as soon as possible. In the meantime, maintain good health and hygiene. Global Catering Canada will handle all of your maritime catering management, keeping your able-bodied crew well-fed so that you can focus on your business.

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