We know that going for a health check is not exactly anyone’s idea of a fun day out, but it is important to understand your health. We encourage regular check-ups to enable preventative action and early detection. Here are some health checks that men in their 20s, 30s, 40s and 50s should consider.
In your 20s
- Annual health and fitness assessments
- Testicular cancer screening
- Sexually transmitted diseases and HIV infection screening, depending on risk factors
In your 30s
- Annual health and fitness assessments
- Testicular cancer screening
- Eye examination
- Screening for coronary heart disease in individuals with strong family history and/or risk factors
- Sexually transmitted diseases and HIV infection screening, depending on risk factors
In your 40s
- Annual health and fitness assessments.
- Testicular cancer screening
- Eye examination
- Sexually transmitted diseases and HIV infection screening, depending on risk factors
- Coronary heart disease screening if there is a strong family history/risk factors
- Diabetes screening every 3 years over the age of 45
- Cholesterol testing every 5 years
During your 50s
- Annual health and fitness assessments
- Testicular cancer screening
- Cholesterol testing every 5 years
- Yearly electrocardiogram
- Eye and hearing examinations
- Screening for colon cancer
- Coronary heart disease screening if there is a strong family history/risk factors
You might also want to read this blog on why you should go for a prostate check.
References
https://www.health24.com/Lifestyle/Man/Your-body/Screening-tests-all-men-should-have-20140307
https://www.mensjournal.com/health-fitness/check-ups-every-guy-needs/
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