Vital Health Screenings

When was the last time you had seen your doctor, or had an annual physical? These days we get so busy that we forget or don't have the time to make our health a priority. Take care of yourself before you start taking care of others! Below is the recommended schedule for some of your vital health screenings.

Blood pressure: Check at least every 2 years.

Cholesterol Test: Starting at age 20, check at least once every 5 years.

Blood Glucose Test: Starting at age 45, check once every 3 years.

Thyroid Test (TSH): Starting at age 35, check every 5 years.

Eye Exam: Starting at age 18, check every 2-3 years, OR more often if you have vision problems.

Hearing Test: Starting at age 18, check every 10 years.

Skin exam: Starting at age 20, every year plus monthly self-exam.

Dental Exam & Cleaning: Once every 6-12 months.

Colonoscopy: Starting at age 50, every 10 years.

Clinical Breast Exam: Starting at 20, once every 3 years. After 40, have annual exams.

Mammogram: Starting at 40, once every 1-2 years, or sooner if at risk.

Pap Test & Pelvic Exam: Starting at 20, every year.

Chlamydia Test: Every year if sexually active.