Matt Pickett It’s a scenario far too familiar: a routine checkup gets postponed, a screening is delayed, or a symptom is ignored. Life is busy. Appointments take time to schedule, and for many, there’s a real concern about whether healthcare will be the priority. In the moment, delaying care can feel like the practical choice. But postponing routine screenings or appointments often leads to the opposite result — higher costs for patients, more complex treatment, and in some cases, worse long-term health outcomes. This is why prevention matters. It’s about our overall health and our financial well-being. When delaying care becomes expensive care Preventive care is designed to identify health issues early, when they are easier and less expensive for patients to manage.…