Seniors (65+): Senior Health and Aging Gracefully

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🩺 Essential Health Screenings for Adults (25-64)

  • 1. Height, Weight, and BMI Measurement – Annually
  • 2. Blood Pressure Screening – Every 2 years if normal or annually if elevated
  • 3. Cholesterol Screening – Every 4-6 years starting at age 20, more frequently if risk factors exist
  • 4. Blood Sugar Screening – Every 3 years starting at age 35, earlier if overweight or high risk
  • 5. Colorectal Cancer Screening – Start at age 45 with colonoscopy every 10 years or other tests as advised
  • 6. Cervical Cancer Screening (Females)
    • Ages 25-65: Pap smear every 3 years or co-testing with HPV every 5 years
  • 7. Breast Cancer Screening (Females)
    • Mammograms every 1-2 years starting at age 40
  • 8. Prostate Cancer Screening (Males)
    • PSA test starting at age 50 (or 45 if at high risk)
  • 9. Vision Screening – Every 2 years, annually after age 50
  • 10. Hearing Screening – Every 10 years until age 50, then more frequently
  • 11. Bone Density Screening (Females) – Consider starting at age 50 if risk factors exist
  • 12. Skin Cancer Screening – Annual skin exams, especially for those with high sun exposure
  • 13. Depression Screening – Annually
  • 14. Substance Use Screening – Tobacco, alcohol, and drugs
  • 15. Lung Cancer Screening – Annual low-dose CT scan if aged 50-80 with significant smoking history
  • 16. Immunization Review – Annual Influenza, Tdap every 10 years, Shingles starting at age 50, and COVID-19 boosters
  • 17. Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) Screening – If sexually active and at risk
  • 18. Diabetes Screening – Annually if risk factors exist

🔍 Note: These recommendations are based on general health guidelines. Consult your healthcare provider for personalized advice.