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Find evidence-based information and recommendations related to older adults.
Clinical Recommendations Community Interventions Consumer Information
Clinical Recommendations
The following clinical recommendations come from the US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF)
Colorectal Cancer Screening The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) recommends screening for colorectal cancer (CRC) using fecal occult blood testing, sigmoidoscopy, or colonoscopy, in adults, beginning at age 50 years and continuing until age 75 years. The risks and benefits of these screening methods vary.
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Screening for Breast Cancer The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) recommends biennial screening mammography for women aged 50 to 74 years.
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Community Interventions
The following evidence-based community interventions come from the Guide to Community Preventive Services
Behavioral and Social Approaches to Increase Physical Activity: Social Support Interventions in Community Settings
These social support interventions focus on changing physical activity behavior through building, strengthening, and maintaining social networks that provide supportive relationships for behavior change (e.g., setting up a buddy system, making contracts with others to complete specified levels of physical activity, or setting up walking groups or other groups to provide friendship and support).
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Diabetes Prevention and Control: Self-Management Education
Diabetes self-management education (DSME) is the process of teaching people to manage their diabetes. It can be provided in a variety of community settings.
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Consumer Information
The following consumer resources are from the Quick Guide to Healthy Living at healthfinder.gov .
As an older adult, regular physical activity is one of the most important things you can do for your health. These tips can help you find activities that will work for you.
You can make small changes to help prevent falls.
Physical activity increases your chances of living a longer, healthier life. It can also help you look and feel your best.
Play an active role in your health care. Speak up and ask questions when you are at the doctor's office.
Staying active and eating healthy foods can help you live longer and better.
The emotional and physical stress of caregiving can cause health problems. When you are taking care of a loved one, make time to care for yourself.
Call your doctor's office to schedule your yearly Medicare wellness visit. Prepare for the appointment by writing a list of questions to ask the doctor.
Worrying about the health and safety of older family members or friends can be stressful. You can help them stay healthy by sharing these tips on preventing falls.
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