Preventive Screening by Age
Common screenings and the ages they usually start.
In your 20s and 30s
Check blood pressure every one to two years, cholesterol from early adulthood if risk factors exist and cervical screening from 21 to 25 depending on country.
In your 40s and 50s
Diabetes screening from 35, breast screening from 40 to 50, colon cancer from 45 and lung screening if you qualify.
After 65
Bone density, vision, hearing and vaccination reviews matter more. Discuss a plan with your doctor.
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Age35y 2m 29d
Days lived12,875
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Age is counted in completed years, months and days between the two dates.
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