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Get Regular Exams and Screenings

Illustration of woman performing self examTo be safe and healthy means you must actively participate in the prevention of disease and, at the very least, get appropriate screenings, early diagnosis, and treatment. Regular exams and screenings can help save lives. Learn more about important exams and screenings you can have to help you live a longer, healthier life.

Cholesterol
http://www.cdc.gov/cvh/library/fs_cholesterol.htm

Colorectal Cancer: Questions and Answers
http://www.cdc.gov/cancer/screenforlife/qanda.htm

High Blood Pressure
http://www.cdc.gov/cvh/library/fs_bloodpressure.htm

HIV and AIDS: Are You at Risk?
http://www.cdc.gov/hiv/pubs/brochure/atrisk.htm

Immunization Schedule
http://www.cdc.gov/nip/recs/adult-schedule.htm

National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program
http://www.cdc.gov/cancer/nbccedp/index.htm

Oral Health Resources
http://www.cdc.gov/OralHealth/

Skin Cancer Prevention: Questions and Answers
http://www.cdc.gov/chooseyourcover/qanda.htm

Women: Stay Healthy At Any Age- Checklist for Your Next Checkup
http://www.ahrq.gov/ppip/healthywom.htm (Non-CDC site)



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