Each June, as we recognize National Men’s Health Month, it’s an excellent opportunity to emphasize the importance of men’s yearly exams. This month is dedicated to raising awareness about preventable health issues and encouraging early detection and treatment of diseases among men. According to the CDC, women are 100% more likely than men to seek preventative health care. Many men delay seeking medical attention until symptoms appear, but by then, diseases may be more advanced. That’s why we recommend regular health exams and tests to identify potential issues early, giving you a better chance for effective treatment and cure.
By getting the right health services, screenings and treatments, you will be taking proactive steps to better your chances of living a longer, healthier life. In general, these are the most common medical exams we recommend for men at every stage of their life:
20s:
- Annual physical, including blood pressure, height/weight checks
- Testicular cancer screening
- Cholesterol testing (every 5 years)
30s:
- Annual physical exam, including blood pressure height/weight checks
- Testicular cancer screening
- Cholesterol testing (every 5 years)
- Vision examination
40s:
- Annual physical exam, including blood pressure, height/weight checks
- Testicular cancer screening
- Cholesterol testing (every 5 years)
- Screening for prostate cancer
- Diabetes screening (every 3 years over the age of 45)
- Vision examination
50s:
- Annual physical exam, including blood pressure, height/weight checks
- Testicular cancer screening
- Cholesterol testing (every 5 years)
- Annual screening for Type II diabetes
- Screening for lipid disorders
- Annual electrocardiogram
- Vision and hearing examinations
- Prostate cancer screening
- Colon cancer screening with fecal occult blood testing, sigmoidoscopy or colonoscopy at age 50
- Depression screening
60s:
- Annual physical exam, including blood pressure, height/weight checks
- Testicular cancer screening
- Prostate cancer screening
- Screening for lipid disorders
- Annual electrocardiogram
- Vision and hearing examinations
- Osteoporosis screening
- Depression screening
- Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease screenings
70s and up:
- Annual physical exam, including blood pressure, height/weight checks
- Testicular cancer screening
- Prostate cancer screening
- Screening for lipid disorders
- Annual electrocardiogram
- Vision and hearing examinations
- Osteoporosis screening
- General screening until age 75
- Depression screening
- Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease screenings
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Depending on your individual circumstances and risk factors, your doctor may recommend additional screenings or tests. Please consult your healthcare provider to determine what exams are best for you.