How often should we get “routine” medical screenings? The answer always depends on your age and personal and family medical histories, but here are some general guidelines to follow:
• Blood pressure check: every regular physician visit
• Cholesterol test: starting at 20, every 5 years.
• Blood glucose (sugar) test: starting at age 45, every 3 years.
• Colon screening: starting at 50, every 1-10 years, depending on the type of test.
• Pap test: once a year for women 20-30; for those 30 and beyond, once every 1-3 years.
• Prostate screening: starting at age 50, ask your physician for his recommendation.
• Clinical breast exam and mammography: until age 40, every 3 years, then yearly
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