Regular Check-ups Tips from Maine's Mid Coast Hospital

For Women and Men

• Cholesterol checks regularly, age depending on family history
• Blood Pressure every 2 years; more often if elevated
• Colorectal screening starting at age 50
• Diabetes: need to check
• Depression: Talk to your doctor if you feel down or sad for 2 weeks straight
• Sexually Transmitted Disease and HIV: talk to your doctor
• Fasting blood sugar beginning at age 45; earlier if risk factors

For Women:

• Mammograms every 1-2 years beginning age 40
• Pap smears every 1-3 years depending on age
• Osteoporosis Tests beginning by age 65

For Men

• Testicular exam: Discuss with your physician.

Resources

www.ahrq.gov