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

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   For example, 1 in 3 people aged 50 to 75 aren’t on schedule with their colon cancer screenings. About 30% of people over age 65 don’t get an annual flu shot, and 2/3 opt out of the recommended ...

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

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   The task force recommends screening in adults beginning at age 45 and continuing until age 75. You may need to be screened earlier and more frequently if you have risk factors. Talk to your doctor ...

4. 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 ...

5. Preventive Care for Men at Every Age - Healthline

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   High blood pressure screening. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) recommends adults ages 18 to 39 get screened for high blood pressure every 3 to 5 years. Dental checkup. Get a ...

6. 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 ...

7. Preventive Health: What Is It and Why Is It Important?

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   The types of screenings recommended for you may vary based on your age and family history. The following are the most common preventive screenings for adults: ... Behavioral and mental health ...