Recommendations for Staying Healthy
Thursday, February 12th, 2009Adults (19-64 years)
Adults ages 19 to 64 should visit their doctor for a routine check-up every one to three years.
Routine screening and testing
Height and weight (body mass index-screening for healthy weight)
Blood pressure
Vision
Chlamydia for women (up to age 24)
Cholesterol every 5 years, if normal
Colon cancer (1) starting at age 50
Mammogram every year for women ages 40 and over
Pap smear every year for women (testing less often may be recommended by your physician)
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