What Types of Health Screenings are Commonly Recommended?
Several types of health screenings are commonly recommended based on age, gender, and risk factors:
Blood Pressure Screening: Recommended for adults to detect hypertension, a risk factor for heart disease and stroke. Cholesterol Screening: Helps identify individuals at risk for cardiovascular diseases. Cancer Screenings: Includes mammograms for breast cancer, Pap smears for cervical cancer, and colonoscopies for colorectal cancer. Diabetes Screening: Tests like fasting blood glucose and HbA1c are used to detect diabetes or prediabetes. Infectious Disease Screening: Includes tests for HIV, Hepatitis B and C, and sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
