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Get the Cancer Screenings You Need

Getting screened for cancer can find problems early, when they may be easier to treat or cure. For example, cancer screening can help your primary care provider (PCP) find abnormal cells or cancer at an early stage before symptoms even appear.

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When to get recommended cancer screening tests

At your next visit, ask your PCP which screening tests you are due for.

Breast cancer screening

Routine mammograms help find breast cancer early. This screening test is used to find changes in the breasts, even before a lump can be felt.

  • 40 years old: Ask your PCP about your specific risks for breast cancer and when to get your first mammogram.
  • 40-75 years old: Get a mammogram every one to two years. Talk to your PCP about when you are due for your next mammogram.

Colorectal cancer screening

Getting screened has been shown to prevent cancer in the colon. Different screening tests are used to find signs of colorectal cancer.

  • 45-50 years old: Get your first colorectal cancer screening. Ask your PCP how often you should be screened and which test to get.
  • 50-75 years old: Continue to get screened. Ask your PCP how often you should be screened and which test to get.

Cervical cancer screening

Routine human papillomavirus (HPV) tests and Pap tests help find cervical cancer early. The HPV test looks for the virus that can cause cell changes. A Pap test helps find abnormal cells early enough so they can be treated before cancer grows. Learn more.

  • 21-24 years: Ask your PCP about when to get your first screening test.
  • 25-65 years: Ask your PCP about which screening test to get:
    • Pap test only: Test every three years until age 65.
    • HPV test only: Test every five years until age 65.
    • Pap test with HPV: Test every five years until age 65.