Prevention Guidelines for Women 50-64
Here are the screening tests and immunizations that most women ages 50 to 64 need. A screening test is done to find possible health problems or diseases in people who don't have any symptoms. The goal is to find a disease early so lifestyle changes can be made and you can be watched more closely to lower the risk of disease, or to find it early enough to treat it most effectively. Screening tests are not diagnostic. But they are used to find out if more testing is needed. Health counseling is vital, too. You and your healthcare provider may decide that a different schedule is best for you. But this plan can guide your discussion.
1American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association Task Force on Clinical Practice Guidelines
2American Cancer Society
3If the test is positive, a colonoscopy should be done.
4.The multiple stool take-home test should be used. One test done by the healthcare provider in the office is not adequate for testing. A colonoscopy should be done if the test is positive.
5Recommendation from the American Academy of Ophthalmology
6Exceptions may exist. Please check with your healthcare provider.
7For complete list, see the CDC website.
Other guidelines from the USPSTF
Immunization schedule from the CDC
This information is not intended as a substitute for professional medical care. Always follow your healthcare professional's instructions.
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