Preventive Care
By: Donnie Lee
Mammograms
What does a mammogram screen for? Tumors in the breast
Who should be getting these exams? Women
What age? 35-39
How often should someone get these exams? 6 month follow-up
Pap Smears
What does a pap smear screen for? To see if there is problems with the cervix
Who should be getting these exams? Women
What age? 20-21 regularly
How often should someone get these exams? Every 3 years
Testicular Exams
What does a testicular exam screen for? Check to make sure there isn't any bumps or lumps
Who should be getting these exams? Men
What age? 15-35
How often should someone get these exams? Every month
Prostate Exams
What does a prostate exam screen for? Screens for prostate cancer
Who should be getting these exams? Men
What age? 40-70
How often should someone get these exams? Regularly