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  2. The Health Tests That Seniors Need

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    Colorectal cancer exam. A colonoscopy is a test where a doctor uses a camera to scan your colon for cancerous polyps. A polyp is an abnormal growth of tissue. After the age of 50, you should get a ...

  3. Medical Tests in your 60s and Up - WebMD

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    For women, a pelvic exam, Pap smear and HPV test. You may think it's crazy, but many women over 60 still need to get regular pelvic exams, Pap smears, or human papillomavirus (HPV) tests. Older ...

  4. Milestone Medical Tests You Should Take in Your 60s, 70s, and ...

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    impaired immunity function. hypertension. cardiovascular disease. osteoarthritis. osteoporosis. cancer. Milestone medical tests during your 60s, 70s, and beyond may help you prevent health ...

  5. Screening Tests for People Over 50: What You Need - WebMD

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    From ages 50 and up, it recommends screening every other year and then no more after age 75. Cervical cancer. Pap tests have long been the gold standard for testing. You can either have a PAP ...

  6. Top 10 Preventive Care Tips at Ages 50+ - WebMD

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    10. Immunizations: As you age, you need a few extra vaccines to help you stay healthy, including: Flu shot: Folks 6 months of age and older should get one every year. Pneumonia vaccine: A series ...

  7. Medicare's Preventative Services - Healthline

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    Medicare Part B, which covers medical costs like doctor visits and outpatient procedures, includes coverage for a number of preventive health screenings, tests, and vaccines. Medicare Advantage ...

  8. Important Middle Age Medical Tests - WebMD

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    Exercise regularly. Keep your weight healthy. Learn the important medical tests to get in your 50s, including thyroid tests, colon and rectal exams, PSA and prostate tests, as well as blood ...

  9. How Often Should You Get Routine Checkups at the Doctor?

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    While opinions vary, routine physical exams are generally recommended once a year if you’re over the age of 50, and once every 3 years if you’re younger than 50 and in good health. If you have ...

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