How a Few Dollars Can Save You Thousands

Adrian Generous
4 min readJul 18, 2024

This sounds like a clickbait headline for another tip on how to become a millionaire, doesn’t it? But think for a moment — can you provide yourself with anything better than stable health, which allows you to thrive professionally and enjoy every moment with your loved ones? This article is not medical advice, but a guideline on how to take care of your health. It is a recommendation from medical communities for everyone, regardless of age, gender, or race.

The Value of Routine Tests

According to statistics, only about 21% of adult Americans undergo regular blood tests, despite the US population exceeding 330 million. In the hustle and bustle of daily responsibilities, we often forget basic preventive care. When we start experiencing symptoms, it’s often too late, leading to significant stress and even greater treatment costs. Warren Buffett’s first rule is “don’t lose money.” Surprisingly, regular tests can ensure financial stability in ways you might not expect. Being entrepreneurial is not just about earning money but also about limiting excessive expenses that can appear at the most unpredictable times.

What Do These Tests Include?

Complete Blood Count (CBC):

  • Composition: Number of red blood cells, white blood cells, hemoglobin…

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Adrian Generous

I navigate between coding & marketing, experienced as a CTO, project manager, & ad agency owner. I share Laravel & more on Medium, also a history enthusiast.