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18-29 Years

  • Physical Exams – Blood pressure, height, weight
  • Testing for sexually transmitted disease if sexually active
  • Rubella screening for female of child bearing years
  • Pap Smear and pelvic exam – every 3 years
  • Counseling – may include the following: folic acid supplements for females, use of contraceptive, counsel on sexually transmitted diseases, taking measures to decrease unintentional injuries, seat belt safety, smoke free environment, smoking cessation/prevention, danger of operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol or other drugs, routine dental visits, promotion of a health diet and physical exercise, and counsel against illegal drug use.

30-39 Years

  • Physical Exams – Blood pressure, height, weight
  • Testing for sexually transmitted disease if sexually active
  • Rubella screening for female of child bearing years
  • Pap Smear and pelvic exam – every 3 years
  • Total cholesterol for adults 35-64 years, every 5 years
  • Counseling – may include the following: folic acid supplements for females, use of contraceptive, counsel on sexually transmitted diseases, taking measures to decrease unintentional injuries, seat belt safety, smoke free environment, smoking cessation/prevention, danger of operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol or other drugs, routine dental visits, promotion of a health diet and physical exercise, and counsel against illegal drug use.

40-49 Years

  • Physical Exams – Blood pressure, height, weight
  • Testing for sexually transmitted disease if sexually active
  • Rubella screening for female of child bearing years
  • Pap Smear and pelvic exam – every 3 years
  • Total cholesterol for adults 35-64 years, every 5 years
  • Breast cancer screening via Mammogram every 1-2 years
  • Counseling – may include the following: folic acid and calcium supplements as well as the possible risk and benefits of hormone replacement therapy for females, use of contraceptives, counsel on sexually transmitted diseases, taking measures to decrease unintentional injuries, seat belt safety, smoke free environment, smoking cessation/prevention, danger of operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol or other drugs, routine dental visits, promotion of a healthy diet and physical exercise, and counsel against illegal drug use.

50-59 Years

  • Physical Exams – Blood pressure, height, weight
  • Comprehensive eye exam every 2-3 years
  • Testing for sexually transmitted disease if sexually active
  • Osteoporosis screening
  • Stool check for occult blood – every year
  • Flexible sigmoidoscopy every 5 years
  • Prostate cancer screening
  • Pap Smear and pelvic exam – every 3 years
  • Total cholesterol for adults 35-64 years, every 5 years
  • Breast cancer screening via Mammogram every 1-2 years
  • Counseling – may include the following: folic acid and calcium supplements as well as the possible risk and benefits of hormone replacement therapy for females, use of contraceptives, counsel on sexually transmitted diseases, taking measures to decrease unintentional injuries, seat belt safety, smoke free environment, smoking cessation/prevention, danger of operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol or other drugs, routine dental visits, promotion of a healthy diet and physical exercise, and counsel against illegal drug use.

60+ Years

  • Physical Exams – Blood pressure, height, weight
  • Comprehensive eye exam every year
  • Testing for sexually transmitted disease if sexually active
  • Osteoporosis screening
  • Stool check for occult blood – every year
  • Flexible sigmoidoscopy every 5 years
  • Prostate cancer screening
  • Pap Smear and pelvic exam – every 3 years
  • Total cholesterol for adults 35-64 years, every 5 years
  • Breast cancer screening via Mammogram every 1-2 years
  • Counseling – may include the following: folic acid and calcium supplements as well as the possible risk and benefits of hormone replacement therapy for females, use of contraceptives, counsel on sexually transmitted diseases, taking measures to decrease unintentional injuries, seat belt safety, smoke free environment, smoking cessation/prevention, danger of operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol or other drugs, routine dental visits, promotion of a healthy diet and physical exercise, and counsel against illegal drug use.