BACK TOTOP Browse A-ZSearchBrowse A-ZABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ0-9 E-mail FormEmail ResultsName:Email address:Recipients Name:Recipients address:Message: Print-FriendlyBookmarksbookmarks-menuHealth screenings for men age 65 and olderHealth maintenance visit - men - over age 65; Physical exam - men - over age 65; Yearly exam - men - over age 65; Checkup - men - over age 65; Men's health - over age 65; Preventive care exam - men - over age 65 You should visit your health care provider regularly, even if you feel healthy. The purpose of these visits is to:Screen for medical issues Assess your risk for future medical problems Encourage a healthy lifestyle Update vaccinations Help you get to know your provider in case of an illness Information Even if you feel fine, you should still see your provider for regular checkups. These visits can help you avoid problems in the future. For example, the only way to find out if you have high blood pressure is to have it checked regularly. High blood sugar and high cholesterol levels also may not have any symptoms in the early stages. A simple blood test can check for these conditions.High blood pressureBlood pressure is a measurement of the force exerted against the walls of your arteries as your heart pumps blood to your body. Hypertension is the ...ImageRead Article Now Book Mark Article High cholesterolCholesterol is a fat (also called a lipid) that your body needs to work properly. Too much bad cholesterol can increase your chance of getting heart...ImageRead Article Now Book Mark Article There are specific times when you should see your provider. Below are screening guidelines for men age 65 and older.ABDOMINAL AORTIC ANEURYSM SCREENINGIf you are age 65 to 75 and have smoked, you should have an ultrasound to screen for abdominal aortic aneurysms. Abdominal aortic aneurysmsThe aorta is the main blood vessel that supplies blood to the abdomen, pelvis, and legs. An abdominal aortic aneurysm occurs when an area of the aor...ImageRead Article Now Book Mark Article Other men should discuss this screening with their provider. BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENINGHave your blood pressure checked at least once every 2 years. If the top number (systolic number) is from 120 to 139 mm Hg, or the bottom number (diastolic number) is from 80 to 89 mm Hg, you should have it checked every year. If the top number is 130 or greater or the bottom number is 80 or greater, schedule an appointment with your provider to learn how you can reduce your blood pressure. If you have diabetes, heart disease, kidney problems, or certain other conditions, you may need to have your blood pressure checked more often, but still at least once a year. Watch for blood pressure screenings in your area. Ask your provider if you can stop in to have your blood pressure checked. You can also check your blood pressure using the automated machines at local grocery stores and pharmacies. CHOLESTEROL SCREENING AND HEART DISEASE PREVENTIONIf your cholesterol level is normal, have it rechecked at least every 5 years. If you have high cholesterol, diabetes, heart disease, kidney problems, or certain other conditions, you may need to be checked more often.COLORECTAL CANCER SCREENINGUntil age 75, you should have screening for colorectal cancer on a regular basis. If you are age 76 or older, you should ask your provider if you need to be screened. Several tests are available for colorectal cancer screening:A stool-based fecal occult blood (gFOBT) or fecal immunochemical test (FIT) every year FITThe fecal immunochemical test (FIT) is a screening test for colon cancer. It tests for hidden blood in the stool, which can be an early sign of canc...Read Article Now Book Mark Article A stool sDNA-FIT test every 1 to 3 years. Flexible sigmoidoscopy every 5 years or every 10 years with stool testing with FIT every year SigmoidoscopySigmoidoscopy is a procedure used to see inside the sigmoid colon and rectum. The sigmoid colon is the area of the large intestine nearest to the re...ImageRead Article Now Book Mark Article CT colonography (virtual colonoscopy) every 5 years Virtual colonoscopyVirtual colonoscopy (VC) is an imaging or x-ray test that looks for cancer, polyps, or other disease in the large intestine (colon). The medical nam...ImageRead Article Now Book Mark Article Colonoscopy every 10 years ColonoscopyA colonoscopy is an exam that views the inside of the colon (large intestine) and rectum, using a tool called a colonoscope. The colonoscope has a sm...ImageRead Article Now Book Mark Article You may need a colonoscopy more often if you have risk factors for colorectal cancer, such as:Ulcerative colitis A personal or family history of cancer of the colon or rectum A history of growths called adenomatous polypsAdenomatous polypsA colorectal polyp is a growth on the lining of the colon or rectum.ImageRead Article Now Book Mark Article DENTAL EXAMGo to the dentist once or twice every year for an exam and cleaning. Your dentist will evaluate if you have a need for more frequent visits.DIABETES SCREENING If you are age 65 or older and in good health, you should be screened for diabetes every 3 years. If you are overweight and have other risk factors for diabetes, ask your provider if you should be screened more often.EYE EXAM Have an eye exam every 1 to 2 years. Have an eye exam at least every year if you have diabetes. HEARING TEST Have your hearing tested if you have symptoms of hearing loss. IMMUNIZATIONS If you are age 65 or older, get a pneumococcal vaccine. Pneumococcal vaccineAll content below is taken in its entirety from the CDC Pneumococcal Polysaccharide Vaccine Information Statement (VIS): www. cdc. gov/vaccines/hcp/v...ImageRead Article Now Book Mark Article You should get a flu shot each year. Get a tetanus-diphtheria booster every 10 years. You may get a shingles, or herpes zoster, vaccine at age 50 or older. ShinglesPlease note: information for this vaccine can be found here.ImageRead Article Now Book Mark Article LUNG CANCER SCREENINGYou should have an annual screening for lung cancer with low-dose computed tomography (LDCT) if:You are age 50 to 80 years AND You have a 20 pack-year smoking history AND You currently smoke or have quit within the past 15 yearsINFECTIOUS DISEASE SCREENINGThe US Preventive Services Task Force recommends screening for hepatitis C. Depending on your lifestyle and medical history, you may need to be screened for infections such as syphilis, chlamydia, and HIV, as well as other infections.OSTEOPOROSIS SCREENING If you have risk factors for osteoporosis, you should check with your provider about screening. Risk factors can include long-term steroid use, low body weight, smoking, heavy alcohol use, a fracture after age 50, or a family history of osteoporosis. OsteoporosisOsteoporosis is a disease in which bones become fragile and more likely to break (fracture).ImageRead Article Now Book Mark Article Men age 70 and over should consider getting bone mineral density testing. PROSTATE CANCER SCREENINGIf you're 55 through 69 years old, before having the test, talk to your provider about the pros and cons of having a PSA test. Ask about:PSA testProstate-specific antigen (PSA) is a protein produced by prostate cells. The PSA test is done to help screen for and follow prostate cancer in men....ImageRead Article Now Book Mark Article Whether screening decreases your chance of dying from prostate cancer. Prostate cancerProstate cancer is cancer that starts in the prostate gland. The prostate is a small, walnut-shaped structure that makes up part of a man's reproduc...ImageRead Article Now Book Mark Article Whether there is any harm from prostate cancer screening, such as side effects from testing or overtreatment of cancer when discovered. Whether you have a higher risk of prostate cancer than others.For men older than age 70, most recommendations are against screening.If you choose to be tested, the PSA blood test is repeated over time (yearly or less often), though the best frequency is not known.Prostate examinations are no longer routinely done on men with no symptoms.PHYSICAL EXAMS Have a yearly physical exam. Your provider will check your weight, height, and body mass index (BMI). During the exam, your provider will ask you about:Your medicines and risk for interactions Alcohol and tobacco use Diet and exercise Safety, such as using a seat belt Whether you have had falls Depression SKIN EXAMYour provider may check your skin for signs of skin cancer, especially if you're at high risk. People at high risk include those who have had skin cancer before, have close relatives with skin cancer, or have a weakened immune system. Open ReferencesReferencesAdvisory Committee on Immunization Practices. Recommended immunization schedule for adults aged 19 years or older, United States, 2020. www.cdc.gov/vaccines/schedules/index.html. Updated February 3, 2020. Accessed April 18, 2020.American Academy of Ophthalmology website. Clinical statement: frequency of ocular examinations - 2015. www.aao.org/clinical-statement/frequency-of-ocular-examinations. Updated March 2015. Accessed April 18, 2020.American Dental Association website. Your top 9 questions about going to the dentist - answered. www.mouthhealthy.org/en/dental-care-concerns/questions-about-going-to-the-dentist. Accessed April 18, 2020.American Diabetes Association. 2. Classification and diagnosis of diabetes: standards of medical care in diabetes-2020. Diabetes Care. 2020;43(Suppl 1):S14–S31. PMID: 31862745 pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31862745/.Atkins D, Barton M. The periodic health examination. In: Goldman L, Schafer AI, eds. Goldman-Cecil Medicine. 26th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier; 2020:chap 12.Grundy SM, Stone NJ, Bailey AL, et al. 2018 AHA/ACC/AACVPR/AAPA/ABC/ACPM/ADA/AGS/APhA/ASPC/NLA/PCNA Guideline on the Management of Blood Cholesterol: A Report of the American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association Task Force on Clinical Practice Guidelines [published correction appears in J Am Coll Cardiol. 2019 Jun 25;73(24):3237-3241]. J Am Coll Cardiol. 2019;73(24):e285-e350. PMID: 30423393 pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30423393/.Meschia JF, Bushnell C, Boden-Albala B, et al. Guidelines for the primary prevention of stroke: a statement for healthcare professionals from the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association. Stroke. 2014;45(12):3754-3832. PMID: 25355838 pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25355838/.Moyer VA; US Preventive Services Task Force. Screening for lung cancer: US Preventive Services Task Force recommendation statement. Ann Intern Med. 2014;160(5):330-338. PMID: 24378917 pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24378917/.Ridker PM, Libby P, Buring JE. Risk markers and the primary prevention of cardiovascular disease. In: Zipes DP, Libby P, Bonow RO, Mann DL, Tomaselli GF, Braunwald E, eds. Braunwald's Heart Disease: A Textbook of Cardiovascular Medicine. 11th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier; 2019:chap 45.Siu AL; US Preventive Services Task Force. Screening for high blood pressure in adults: US Preventive Services Task Force recommendation statement. Ann Intern Med. 2015;163(10):778-786. PMID: 26458123 pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26458123/.Studenski S, Van Swearingen J. Falls. In: Fillit HM, Rockwood K, Young J, eds. Brocklehurst's Textbook of Geriatric Medicine and Gerontology. 8th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier; 2017:chap 103.US Preventive Services Task Force, Bibbins-Domingo K, Grossman DC, Curry SJ, et al. Screening for skin cancer: US Preventive Services Task Force recommendation statement. JAMA. 2016;316(4):429-435. PMID: 27458948 pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27458948/.US Preventive Services Task Force, Krist AH, Davidson KW, Mangione CM, Barry MJ, et al. Screening for lung cancer: US Preventive Services Task Force recommendation statement. JAMA. 2021 Mar 9;325(10):962-970. PMID: 33687470. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33687470/.US Preventive Services Task Force website. Final recommendation statement. Colorectal cancer screening. www.uspreventiveservicestaskforce.org/uspstf/recommendation/colorectal-cancer-screening. Published May 18, 2021. Accessed June 29, 2021.US Preventive Services Task Force website. Final recommendation statement. Hepatitis C virus infection in adolescents and adults: screening. www.uspreventiveservicestaskforce.org/uspstf/recommendation/hepatitis-c-screening. Published March 2, 2020. Accessed April 19, 2020.US Preventive Services Task Force website. Final recommendation statement. Prostate cancer: screening. www.uspreventiveservicestaskforce.org/uspstf/recommendation/prostate-cancer-screening. Published May 8, 2018. Accessed April 18, 2020.Whelton PK, Carey RM, Aronow WS, et al. 2017 ACC/AHA/AAPA/ABC/ACPM/AGS/APhA/ASH/ASPC/NMA/PCNA Guideline for the prevention, detection, evaluation, and management of high blood pressure in adults: a report of the American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association Task Force on Clinical Practice Guidelines [published correction appears in J Am Coll Cardiol. 2018 May 15;71(19):2275-2279]. J Am Coll Cardiol. 2018;71(19):e127-e248. PMID: 29146535 pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29146535/.AllVideoImagesTogFecal occult blood test - illustration A fecal occult blood test is a noninvasive test that detects the presence of hidden blood in the stool. Blood in the stool that is not visible is often the first, and in many cases the only, warning sign that a person has colorectal disease, including colon cancer. Fecal occult blood testillustrationEffects of age on blood pressure - illustration Blood vessels become less elastic with age. The average blood pressure increases from 120/70 to 150/90 and may persist slightly high even if treated. The blood vessels respond more slowly to a change in body position.Effects of age on blood pressureillustrationOsteoporosis - illustration Osteoporosis is a condition characterized by progressive loss of bone density, thinning of bone tissue and increased vulnerability to fractures. Osteoporosis may result from disease, dietary or hormonal deficiency or advanced age. Regular exercise and vitamin and mineral supplements can reduce and even reverse loss of bone density.OsteoporosisillustrationProstate cancer - illustration Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men in the United States. Prostate cancer forms in the prostate gland, and can sometimes be felt on digital rectal examination. This is one of the purposes of the digital rectal exam.Prostate cancerillustrationFecal occult blood test - illustration A fecal occult blood test is a noninvasive test that detects the presence of hidden blood in the stool. Blood in the stool that is not visible is often the first, and in many cases the only, warning sign that a person has colorectal disease, including colon cancer. Fecal occult blood testillustrationEffects of age on blood pressure - illustration Blood vessels become less elastic with age. The average blood pressure increases from 120/70 to 150/90 and may persist slightly high even if treated. The blood vessels respond more slowly to a change in body position.Effects of age on blood pressureillustrationOsteoporosis - illustration Osteoporosis is a condition characterized by progressive loss of bone density, thinning of bone tissue and increased vulnerability to fractures. Osteoporosis may result from disease, dietary or hormonal deficiency or advanced age. Regular exercise and vitamin and mineral supplements can reduce and even reverse loss of bone density.OsteoporosisillustrationProstate cancer - illustration Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men in the United States. Prostate cancer forms in the prostate gland, and can sometimes be felt on digital rectal examination. This is one of the purposes of the digital rectal exam.Prostate cancerillustrationRelated Information Physical exam frequency(Special Topic)High blood pressure - adults(Condition)High blood cholesterol levels(Condition)Abdominal aortic aneurysm(Condition)Sigmoidoscopy(Medical Test)Glaucoma(Condition)Prostate cancer(Condition)Bone mineral density test(Medical Test) Review Date: 4/19/2020 Reviewed By: David C. Dugdale, III, MD, Professor of Medicine, Division of General Medicine, Department of Medicine, University of Washington School of Medicine. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, Brenda Conaway, Editorial Director, and the A.D.A.M. Editorial team. Editorial update 08/17/2021. The information provided herein should not be used during any medical emergency or for the diagnosis or treatment of any medical condition. A licensed medical professional should be consulted for diagnosis and treatment of any and all medical conditions. 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Health screenings for men age 65 and olderHealth maintenance visit - men - over age 65; Physical exam - men - over age 65; Yearly exam - men - over age 65; Checkup - men - over age 65; Men's health - over age 65; Preventive care exam - men - over age 65 You should visit your health care provider regularly, even if you feel healthy. The purpose of these visits is to:Screen for medical issues Assess your risk for future medical problems Encourage a healthy lifestyle Update vaccinations Help you get to know your provider in case of an illness Information Even if you feel fine, you should still see your provider for regular checkups. These visits can help you avoid problems in the future. For example, the only way to find out if you have high blood pressure is to have it checked regularly. High blood sugar and high cholesterol levels also may not have any symptoms in the early stages. A simple blood test can check for these conditions.High blood pressureBlood pressure is a measurement of the force exerted against the walls of your arteries as your heart pumps blood to your body. Hypertension is the ...ImageRead Article Now Book Mark Article High cholesterolCholesterol is a fat (also called a lipid) that your body needs to work properly. Too much bad cholesterol can increase your chance of getting heart...ImageRead Article Now Book Mark Article There are specific times when you should see your provider. Below are screening guidelines for men age 65 and older.ABDOMINAL AORTIC ANEURYSM SCREENINGIf you are age 65 to 75 and have smoked, you should have an ultrasound to screen for abdominal aortic aneurysms. Abdominal aortic aneurysmsThe aorta is the main blood vessel that supplies blood to the abdomen, pelvis, and legs. An abdominal aortic aneurysm occurs when an area of the aor...ImageRead Article Now Book Mark Article Other men should discuss this screening with their provider. BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENINGHave your blood pressure checked at least once every 2 years. If the top number (systolic number) is from 120 to 139 mm Hg, or the bottom number (diastolic number) is from 80 to 89 mm Hg, you should have it checked every year. If the top number is 130 or greater or the bottom number is 80 or greater, schedule an appointment with your provider to learn how you can reduce your blood pressure. If you have diabetes, heart disease, kidney problems, or certain other conditions, you may need to have your blood pressure checked more often, but still at least once a year. Watch for blood pressure screenings in your area. Ask your provider if you can stop in to have your blood pressure checked. You can also check your blood pressure using the automated machines at local grocery stores and pharmacies. CHOLESTEROL SCREENING AND HEART DISEASE PREVENTIONIf your cholesterol level is normal, have it rechecked at least every 5 years. If you have high cholesterol, diabetes, heart disease, kidney problems, or certain other conditions, you may need to be checked more often.COLORECTAL CANCER SCREENINGUntil age 75, you should have screening for colorectal cancer on a regular basis. If you are age 76 or older, you should ask your provider if you need to be screened. Several tests are available for colorectal cancer screening:A stool-based fecal occult blood (gFOBT) or fecal immunochemical test (FIT) every year FITThe fecal immunochemical test (FIT) is a screening test for colon cancer. It tests for hidden blood in the stool, which can be an early sign of canc...Read Article Now Book Mark Article A stool sDNA-FIT test every 1 to 3 years. Flexible sigmoidoscopy every 5 years or every 10 years with stool testing with FIT every year SigmoidoscopySigmoidoscopy is a procedure used to see inside the sigmoid colon and rectum. The sigmoid colon is the area of the large intestine nearest to the re...ImageRead Article Now Book Mark Article CT colonography (virtual colonoscopy) every 5 years Virtual colonoscopyVirtual colonoscopy (VC) is an imaging or x-ray test that looks for cancer, polyps, or other disease in the large intestine (colon). The medical nam...ImageRead Article Now Book Mark Article Colonoscopy every 10 years ColonoscopyA colonoscopy is an exam that views the inside of the colon (large intestine) and rectum, using a tool called a colonoscope. The colonoscope has a sm...ImageRead Article Now Book Mark Article You may need a colonoscopy more often if you have risk factors for colorectal cancer, such as:Ulcerative colitis A personal or family history of cancer of the colon or rectum A history of growths called adenomatous polypsAdenomatous polypsA colorectal polyp is a growth on the lining of the colon or rectum.ImageRead Article Now Book Mark Article DENTAL EXAMGo to the dentist once or twice every year for an exam and cleaning. Your dentist will evaluate if you have a need for more frequent visits.DIABETES SCREENING If you are age 65 or older and in good health, you should be screened for diabetes every 3 years. If you are overweight and have other risk factors for diabetes, ask your provider if you should be screened more often.EYE EXAM Have an eye exam every 1 to 2 years. Have an eye exam at least every year if you have diabetes. HEARING TEST Have your hearing tested if you have symptoms of hearing loss. IMMUNIZATIONS If you are age 65 or older, get a pneumococcal vaccine. Pneumococcal vaccineAll content below is taken in its entirety from the CDC Pneumococcal Polysaccharide Vaccine Information Statement (VIS): www. cdc. gov/vaccines/hcp/v...ImageRead Article Now Book Mark Article You should get a flu shot each year. Get a tetanus-diphtheria booster every 10 years. You may get a shingles, or herpes zoster, vaccine at age 50 or older. ShinglesPlease note: information for this vaccine can be found here.ImageRead Article Now Book Mark Article LUNG CANCER SCREENINGYou should have an annual screening for lung cancer with low-dose computed tomography (LDCT) if:You are age 50 to 80 years AND You have a 20 pack-year smoking history AND You currently smoke or have quit within the past 15 yearsINFECTIOUS DISEASE SCREENINGThe US Preventive Services Task Force recommends screening for hepatitis C. Depending on your lifestyle and medical history, you may need to be screened for infections such as syphilis, chlamydia, and HIV, as well as other infections.OSTEOPOROSIS SCREENING If you have risk factors for osteoporosis, you should check with your provider about screening. Risk factors can include long-term steroid use, low body weight, smoking, heavy alcohol use, a fracture after age 50, or a family history of osteoporosis. OsteoporosisOsteoporosis is a disease in which bones become fragile and more likely to break (fracture).ImageRead Article Now Book Mark Article Men age 70 and over should consider getting bone mineral density testing. PROSTATE CANCER SCREENINGIf you're 55 through 69 years old, before having the test, talk to your provider about the pros and cons of having a PSA test. Ask about:PSA testProstate-specific antigen (PSA) is a protein produced by prostate cells. The PSA test is done to help screen for and follow prostate cancer in men....ImageRead Article Now Book Mark Article Whether screening decreases your chance of dying from prostate cancer. Prostate cancerProstate cancer is cancer that starts in the prostate gland. The prostate is a small, walnut-shaped structure that makes up part of a man's reproduc...ImageRead Article Now Book Mark Article Whether there is any harm from prostate cancer screening, such as side effects from testing or overtreatment of cancer when discovered. Whether you have a higher risk of prostate cancer than others.For men older than age 70, most recommendations are against screening.If you choose to be tested, the PSA blood test is repeated over time (yearly or less often), though the best frequency is not known.Prostate examinations are no longer routinely done on men with no symptoms.PHYSICAL EXAMS Have a yearly physical exam. Your provider will check your weight, height, and body mass index (BMI). During the exam, your provider will ask you about:Your medicines and risk for interactions Alcohol and tobacco use Diet and exercise Safety, such as using a seat belt Whether you have had falls Depression SKIN EXAMYour provider may check your skin for signs of skin cancer, especially if you're at high risk. People at high risk include those who have had skin cancer before, have close relatives with skin cancer, or have a weakened immune system. Open ReferencesReferencesAdvisory Committee on Immunization Practices. Recommended immunization schedule for adults aged 19 years or older, United States, 2020. www.cdc.gov/vaccines/schedules/index.html. Updated February 3, 2020. Accessed April 18, 2020.American Academy of Ophthalmology website. Clinical statement: frequency of ocular examinations - 2015. www.aao.org/clinical-statement/frequency-of-ocular-examinations. Updated March 2015. Accessed April 18, 2020.American Dental Association website. Your top 9 questions about going to the dentist - answered. www.mouthhealthy.org/en/dental-care-concerns/questions-about-going-to-the-dentist. Accessed April 18, 2020.American Diabetes Association. 2. Classification and diagnosis of diabetes: standards of medical care in diabetes-2020. Diabetes Care. 2020;43(Suppl 1):S14–S31. PMID: 31862745 pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31862745/.Atkins D, Barton M. The periodic health examination. In: Goldman L, Schafer AI, eds. Goldman-Cecil Medicine. 26th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier; 2020:chap 12.Grundy SM, Stone NJ, Bailey AL, et al. 2018 AHA/ACC/AACVPR/AAPA/ABC/ACPM/ADA/AGS/APhA/ASPC/NLA/PCNA Guideline on the Management of Blood Cholesterol: A Report of the American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association Task Force on Clinical Practice Guidelines [published correction appears in J Am Coll Cardiol. 2019 Jun 25;73(24):3237-3241]. J Am Coll Cardiol. 2019;73(24):e285-e350. PMID: 30423393 pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30423393/.Meschia JF, Bushnell C, Boden-Albala B, et al. Guidelines for the primary prevention of stroke: a statement for healthcare professionals from the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association. Stroke. 2014;45(12):3754-3832. PMID: 25355838 pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25355838/.Moyer VA; US Preventive Services Task Force. Screening for lung cancer: US Preventive Services Task Force recommendation statement. Ann Intern Med. 2014;160(5):330-338. PMID: 24378917 pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24378917/.Ridker PM, Libby P, Buring JE. Risk markers and the primary prevention of cardiovascular disease. In: Zipes DP, Libby P, Bonow RO, Mann DL, Tomaselli GF, Braunwald E, eds. Braunwald's Heart Disease: A Textbook of Cardiovascular Medicine. 11th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier; 2019:chap 45.Siu AL; US Preventive Services Task Force. Screening for high blood pressure in adults: US Preventive Services Task Force recommendation statement. Ann Intern Med. 2015;163(10):778-786. PMID: 26458123 pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26458123/.Studenski S, Van Swearingen J. Falls. In: Fillit HM, Rockwood K, Young J, eds. Brocklehurst's Textbook of Geriatric Medicine and Gerontology. 8th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier; 2017:chap 103.US Preventive Services Task Force, Bibbins-Domingo K, Grossman DC, Curry SJ, et al. Screening for skin cancer: US Preventive Services Task Force recommendation statement. JAMA. 2016;316(4):429-435. PMID: 27458948 pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27458948/.US Preventive Services Task Force, Krist AH, Davidson KW, Mangione CM, Barry MJ, et al. Screening for lung cancer: US Preventive Services Task Force recommendation statement. JAMA. 2021 Mar 9;325(10):962-970. PMID: 33687470. pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33687470/.US Preventive Services Task Force website. Final recommendation statement. Colorectal cancer screening. www.uspreventiveservicestaskforce.org/uspstf/recommendation/colorectal-cancer-screening. Published May 18, 2021. Accessed June 29, 2021.US Preventive Services Task Force website. Final recommendation statement. Hepatitis C virus infection in adolescents and adults: screening. www.uspreventiveservicestaskforce.org/uspstf/recommendation/hepatitis-c-screening. Published March 2, 2020. Accessed April 19, 2020.US Preventive Services Task Force website. Final recommendation statement. Prostate cancer: screening. www.uspreventiveservicestaskforce.org/uspstf/recommendation/prostate-cancer-screening. Published May 8, 2018. Accessed April 18, 2020.Whelton PK, Carey RM, Aronow WS, et al. 2017 ACC/AHA/AAPA/ABC/ACPM/AGS/APhA/ASH/ASPC/NMA/PCNA Guideline for the prevention, detection, evaluation, and management of high blood pressure in adults: a report of the American College of Cardiology/American Heart Association Task Force on Clinical Practice Guidelines [published correction appears in J Am Coll Cardiol. 2018 May 15;71(19):2275-2279]. J Am Coll Cardiol. 2018;71(19):e127-e248. PMID: 29146535 pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29146535/.
