Preventive care can help identify current or future health and medical concerns before they become major.
Everyone ages 18 to 79 needs to get tested for hepatitis C. (USPSTF)
Get the flu vaccine every year to protect yourself and others from the flu. (ACIP)
See a doctor or nurse for a checkup once a year. (HRSA)
Talk with your doctor about how you are feeling if you have been sad, down, or hopeless. (USPSTF)
Get a Pap test every 3 years. If you get a Pap test and an HPV test, you can get screened every 5 years instead. (USPSTF)
If you think your partner might be abusive, talk with your doctor about getting help. (USPSTF)
Get your blood pressure checked regularly — at least every 5 years. (USPSTF)
If you are concerned about your drinking, ask your doctor about screening and counseling. (USPSTF)
Learn why women your age need folic acid. (USPSTF)
Get important adult shots (vaccinations). (ACIP)
Get tested for HIV at least once. You may need to get tested more often depending on your risk. (USPSTF)
If you smoke, ask your doctor about services to help you quit. (USPSTF)
If you’re worried about your drug use, talk with a doctor about getting help. (USPSTF)