Screenings

Diptheria/Tetanus/Pertussis 

Tetanus with pertussis booster is given once in adulthood.
Tetanus/Diptheria booster is given every 10 years.

Influenza 

Annually.

Individuals of any age whose behavior or job puts them at high risk for hepatitis B virus infection.

One series of injections for girls and women between the ages of 9 to 26 to help prevent cervical cancer. May be considered for boys from 9 to 21. Discuss with your doctor.

For adolescents and adults at risk. Discuss with your doctor. 

Once at age 60 or older unless contraindications exist. 

Pneumonia 

Once, at age 65 (earlier if asthmatic, is a smoker, had a splenectomy or other risk factors) Revaccinate at age 65 if first dose received before age 65.

Bone Density 

To evaluate for osteoporosis; baseline at age 65 or earlier for women at risk for osteoporetic fractures, or men with risk factors. Thereafter, as physician intructs.

 • Obesity
 • Physical Inactivity
 • Blood Pressure
 • Smoking
 • Family History

Body Mass Index*: Under 25
30 minutes exercise daily


*A measure of goal weight for your height

Lipids/Cholesterol 

Screening age varies based on personal and family histories and other risk factors. (Risk factors include hypertension, family history, coronary artery disease, diabetes and tobacco use.) Consult your physician.

Diabetes 
(fasting glucose screen)

Blood Glucose: Under 100

Scans the abdomen for signs of aneurysm or weaknesses in the wall of the aorta, the main blood vessel that carries blood from the heart.

Colorectal Cancer*

Colonoscopy: Recommended for all adults starting at age 50 and at regularintervals thereafter. For African-Americans, Hispanics and people with family history of colorectal cancer and polyp conditions, screening may be considered earlier—discuss with your doctor.
Colonoscopy is considered the most thorough test.
Your physician may discuss other options with you.

Skin Cancer   

Periodic visual exam by physician to identify a skin lesion. 

Breast Cancer*

Mammogram: Discuss screening starting at age 40, or earlier if high risk. Discuss family history risk to determine if additional screening should be considered. Your physician may discuss the benefits and harms of screening and may discontinue regular mammograms if not in good health.
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Clinical Breast Exam: Yearly, as part of a well-woman exam.

Cervical Cancer   

Pap Smear: Screening should begin at age 21. You should see your doctor earlier if you have any issues or are sexually active. At age 30, if you are low risk and you have had 3 normal tests, you may do PAP smears every 2-3 years. PAP smears are not routinely recommended after total hysterectomy or after age 65 if prior PAPs were normal and there have been no new partners. Discuss with your doctor.

Chlamydia Screening 

Perform yearly if under 25 and sexually active or high risk above age 25.

Prostate Cancer  

PSA and Rectal Exam : Medical opinion varies regarding routine screening. Men aged 50 and older should discuss the PSA test with their physician. Men who are African American and men with family members diagnosed with prostate cancer before age 65 should discuss the test with their doctor beginning at age 40. Testing is not usually considered for men in poor health. Discuss with your doctor.