AdvertisementLike Woodman, millions of Americans travel abroad for medical procedures each year, saving anywhere from 40% to 90% on the services they receive.
Medical tourism comes with risks; the American Medical Association recommends going only to medical facilities recognized by international accrediting bodies and following up testing with care at home.
It's unclear, though, how many medical tourists visit accredited facilities, and there's still the question of whether all these tests are useful for someone who is seemingly in good health.
Related storiesSince COVID-19 came into the picture, health screenings and extensive physicals have received some buzz.
As more people spend time abroad, it becomes easier to tack a few small medical tests onto your trip.
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