Preventive screenings are medical tests that can detect illnesses before they become a serious health problem. Many diseases can be minimized or even prevented with routine screening.

Men Ages 50-64: Make Health Improvements

• Blood Pressure: at least every two years
• Cholesterol: ask your doctor
• Blood Sugar Test: every three years
• Sexually Transmitted Infection (STIs) test: both partners should get tested for STIs, before having sexual intercourse
• PSA for prostate cancer: ask your doctor
• Vision Exam: every two to four years
• Dental Exam: one to two times every year
• Fecal Occult Blood Test: yearly
• Colonoscopy: every 10 years
• Tetanus-Diptheria Booster Vaccine: every 10 years

Talk to a doctor about what tests are best for you. Schedule an appointment today at pvhs.org/clinics.