Understanding your family’s health history helps you and your healthcare providers manage risk. Learn why family history matters, how to get the information you need, and what to do if details are missing.
Did you know that your family tree can reveal more than just ancestry? It can also offer valuable insights about your health that you may not have previously known. Documenting family health history is one of the best ways to understand your personal risks, and it’s easier than you might think.
Our friendly pharmacists at Realo Drugs are here to help you take proactive steps in your health journey. With services like our medication management program, we can review your health history and current medications to help make the journey as smooth as possible.
Your genetic makeup and your family’s shared spaces can play a role in conditions like heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, and even some cancers. Knowing your family history can help your health care provider (and our friendly pharmacists at Realo Drugs) recommend screenings or lifestyle changes to set your future health up for success.
Bring your family's health history to your next Realo pharmacist consultation! We’ll help you understand how it may affect your medications and preventive care.
Of course! Whether you’re 25 or 75, understanding your family’s health history can guide smarter decision-making on your path to wellness. For instance, someone with a strong family history of high cholesterol might begin cholesterol checks earlier and make necessary changes to their diet sooner. Even small steps, like choosing the right over-the-counter medicine, can be safer with your family history in mind. Our pharmacists are always happy to talk through your questions at your nearest Realo Drugs location.
Collecting your family’s health information doesn’t have to be complicated. Start with these small steps:
You can even bring your notes to your nearest Realo Drugs location for a consultation about screenings, vaccines, and medication safety. Our pharmacists are happy to make sure you’re getting the proper care you need.
Can I still get vaccines or preventive care without a full family health history? Yes! Sometimes records get lost or relatives are unavailable. Your eligibility for most treatments isn’t fully tied to your family history. Talk with your pharmacist or provider about what’s recommended for your age and health status. In the meantime, there’s still plenty you can do!
Even if you don’t have all of your family’s medical history, our pharmacists can recommend preventive steps, answer medication questions, and point you to community resources. Visit our website to learn more.
It’s best to start with your first-degree relatives: parents, siblings, and children. Then, if you can, include second-degree relatives: grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins — this will help you and your health care provider identify patterns over time and develop a health plan that best suits you and your genes.
If you’re not sure where to start, don’t worry — that’s what we’re here for! A few small steps now can make a real difference later. Start by jotting down what you know and keeping it in a safe place.
Then, schedule a consultation and bring them into your neighborhood Realo Drugs! Our caring pharmacists are here to guide you, answer questions, and turn your family health history into clear, actionable next steps.