Bone Density
- As directed by your physician
Breast Cancer Screening
- Age 40 and over: Mammogram and Clinical Breast Exam (CBE) annually.
- Ages 20s and 30s: Clinical Breast Exam (CBE) at least every 3 years
- Starting in 20s: Breast Self Exam (BSE).
If you have risk factors, a mammogram should strongly be considered earlier than age 40.
Cholesterol
- Every 5 years or as directed by your physician.
Colorectal Exams
- Age 50 and over: yearly or every 5 years, depending on the screening test.
Pap Test and Pelvic Exam
- Should start 3 years after beginning sexual activity; no later than age 21. Then every 1-2 years.
Take Good Care of Yourself – Be Responsible for your Own Health by Becoming Informed.
