A wellness exam, also known as a physical, is a health check-up with the primary purpose of assessing your overall health and risk factors for diseases that can be prevented.
Well-child exams are scheduled more frequently in the first 2 years of life and annually thereafter. These exams provide an opportunity to complete all the recommended immunizations, discuss nutrition and safety, track the growth and development of your child and discuss your child’s milestones, social behaviors and provide an opportunity to assess behavior, development, sleep and eating habits of your child.
The Muckleshoot tribal council has approved a healthcare incentive payment for enrolled Muckleshoot tribal members as outlined below:
Here’s what you can expect during a wellness visit:
Your healthcare provider will review your medical history, including any current or previous diseases, smoking status, alcohol and substance use history, allergies, illnesses, surgeries, medications, vaccinations, and hospitalizations.
They also review your family’s medical history to determine if you might be increased risk for certain health conditions that can passed on genetically.
Depending on your age, gender, and risk factors, your provider may recommend various screening tests. These can include blood tests, urine tests, cholesterol checks, referrals for cancer screenings- such as mammogram or colonoscopy, screen for aneurysms and more.
The goal is to catch health problems early or prevent them altogether.
Review your records to see what immunizations you are due for and provide those at the wellness visit.
An annual exam is the perfect time to review your diet, exercise regimen, sleep regimen and other issues about maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
Even if you feel healthy, regular wellness visits play a crucial role in maintaining good health and preventing future health problems. It also helps you build a better relationship with your doctor to better communicate with them. Well child visits help address and optimize the physical, mental and social needs of your child.
Remember, this is not a visit to discuss specific diagnostic health conditions. This visit is dedicated to addressing preventive health. Please make a separate appointment to discuss previously diagnosed health conditions and address all concerns associated with those. Please call Health and Wellness at 253-294-8229 to schedule your appointment today!
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On Saturday, Jan. 24, the Muckleshoot Indian Tribe opened the Muckleshoot Athletic Center, marking a major investment in training, skill development and long-term athletic opportunity for Muckleshoot people and future generations.
On Jan. 19, the 2026 Muckleshoot Indian Tribe held its annual elections with the winning results as follows: Virginia Cross: 408; Jessica Garcia: 369; Elieen Richardson: 311. Thank you all who participated in this year’s election.
Tacoma City Ballet donated 250 tickets on December 12, to members of the Muckleshoot Tribal community offering families and youth the opportunity to experience ballet and the performing arts together.
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