By the Frisco Medical Center team. Reviewed by Luis C. Palacios, MD, board-certified family physician.
Screenings catch problems early
Many conditions — high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol and several cancers — cause no symptoms at first. A screening test can find them while they are easiest to treat.
Which screenings do adults need?
Most adults should have blood pressure checked at least yearly and cholesterol and blood sugar tested on a regular schedule. Colon cancer screening usually starts at 45; women also need cervical and breast cancer screening, and older adults may need bone density testing.
Make it a yearly habit
The easiest way to stay current is an annual wellness visit. We review which tests are due based on your age, history and family risk, and order them in one visit.
This information is educational and does not replace a medical visit. In an emergency, call 911.