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Almost no one likes going to the doctor. And it may feel like you go to more and more doctor appointments as you age. But whether it's for routine checkups or managing a chronic health problem, you shouldn't skip those visits. Maintaining your health can mean keeping your independence. Scientists continue to find new ways to screen for, treat, and lower your risk of major diseases such as heart disease, stroke, and cancer. Take charge of your health by getting all the recommended regular screenings.

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More information on Health checkups and screenings

Read more from womenshealth.gov

• Common Screening and Diagnostic Tests - This handy publication explains many common tests your doctor or nurse may order for you.
  http://www.womenshealth.gov/publications/our-publications/screening-diagnostic-tests.pdf

Explore other publications and websites

• HealthierUS.gov - With a focus on physical fitness, nutrition, preventative screenings, and avoiding risky behaviors, HealthierUS.gov is a source of credible, accurate information to help Americans live healthier lives.
  http://www.healthierus.gov
• Mammograms - This fact sheet discusses what a mammogram is and who should get one.
  http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/factsheet/detection/mammograms
• Prevention (Copyright © The AGS Foundation for Health in Aging) - Disease prevention is important for people of all ages, including older adults. This site lists many preventive activities to help you stay healthy and independent for as long as possible.
  http://www.healthinaging.org/agingintheknow/chapters_ch_trial.asp?ch=10
• Staying Healthy at 50+ Timeline - You can take action to stay healthy by following daily steps to good health, getting screening tests (standard tests to look for signs of particular diseases), and taking medicines to prevent disease. This list tells you what to do and when.
  http://www.ahrq.gov/ppip/women50.pdf
• Women: Stay Healthy at Any Age — Your Checklist for Health - What can you do to stay healthy and prevent disease? You can get screening tests, take preventive medicine if you need it, and practice healthy behaviors. This checklist outlines suggestions for regular checkups and screenings for every woman.
  http://www.ahrq.gov/ppip/healthywom.htm

Connect with other organizations

• National Institute on Aging, NIH, HHS
  http://www.nia.nih.gov/
• The National Caucus and Center on Black Aged, Inc.
  http://www.ncba-aged.org/

Content last updated August 12, 2010.

Resources last updated August 12, 2010.

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