Get specific recommendations for types of preventive care and for age ranges to get them done.
For men ages 20 to 49
Immunizations |
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| COVID-19 | Recommended for everyone ages 6 months and older29 |
| Flu, annual | Recommended2 |
| Hepatitis A | For individuals with risk factors; for individuals seeking protection3 |
| Hepatitis B | Recommended 2, 3, or 4 dose series depending on vaccine or condition for ages 19 to 594 |
| HPV (Human papillomavirus) | Recommended for all adults through 26 years of age. 2 or 3-dose series depending on age of initial vaccination |
| Meningococcal | For individuals with risk factors present8 |
| MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) | Once, without proof of immunity or if no previous second dose5 |
| Pneumococcal (pneumonia) | For individuals with risk factors7 |
| Td booster (tetanus, diphtheria) | Recommended once every 10 years15 |
| Varicella (chicken pox) | Recommended for adults without evidence of immunity; 2-dose series 4-8 weeks apart10 |
Screenings/counseling/services |
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| Alcohol misuse | Screening for unhealthy alcohol use and behavioral counseling as needed for individuals 12 years and older |
| Blood pressure, height, weight, BMI, vision, and hearing | At annual exam. This includes coordination of preventive services. |
| Cardiovascular disease | Statin use for primary prevention in adults. aged 40 to 75 years who have one or more risk factors.35 |
| Colorectal cancer | Screening for adults ages 45-759 |
| Contraception | FDA-approved contraceptive methods, education, and counseling.32 |
| Depression/anxiety | Screening for depression and anxiety in all adults |
| Diabetes/prediabetes | Screening for prediabetes and type 2 diabetes in adults ages 35 to 70 years who are overweight or obese.22 |
| Drug misuse | Screening for unhealthy drug use for individuals age 12 years and older25 |
| Healthy diet and physical activity | Behavioral counseling interventions to promote a healthy diet and physical activity for individuals 18 years an older with risk of cardiovascular disease or a diagnosis of hypertension, dyslipidemia, metabolic syndrome, etc.27 |
| Hepatitis C | Screening for HCV infection in persons at high risk of infection30 |
| HIV | Screening for HIV infection for all adolescents and adults ages 15 to 65. Younger adolescents and older adults who are at increased risk of infection should also be screened. Recommend preexposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to persons at high risk of HIV acquisition.16 |
| Hypertension | Screening for hypertension in adults 18 years and older with office blood pressure measurement (OBPM). Blood pressure monitoring outside the clinical setting is recommended to confirm diagnosis. |
| Latent tuberculosis infection (LTBI) | Screening for individuals at increased risk of infection33 |
| Obesity | Screening, counseling, and behavioral interventions and offer or refer to comprehensive intensive behavioral intervention to promote improvements in weight status |
| Sexually transmitted infections | Behavioral counseling for all sexually active adolescents and for adults who are at increased risk for sexually transmitted infections (STIs)26 |
| Skin cancer | Behavioral counseling for minimizing exposure to ultraviolet radiation for young adults to age 24 at high risk |
| Syphilis | Routine screening for individuals at high risk for infection12 |
| Tobacco use and cessation | Screening all adults about tobacco use, advise them to stop using tobacco, provide behavioral interventions, FDA approved pharmacotherapy for cessation to nonpregnant adults who use tobacco. |
| Heart health factors | Optimal goals |
| Total cholesterol | Less than 200 mg/dL |
| LDL "bad" cholesterol | Less than 100 mg/dL |
| HDL "good" cholesterol | 60 mg/dL or higher |
| Triglycerides | Less than 150 mg/dL |
| Blood pressure | Less than 120/80 mmHg |
| Fasting glucose | Less than 100 mg/dL |
| Body mass index (BMI) | Less than 25 kg/m2 |
| Exercise | Minimum of 30 minutes most days of the week |
Topics you may want to discuss with your doctor
Exercise
- Regular physical activity (at least 30 minutes per day) can reduce the risks of coronary heart disease, osteoporosis, obesity, and diabetes.
- Men over 40: Consult physician before starting new vigorous physical activity.
Nutrition
- Know your body mass index (BMI), blood pressure and cholesterol level. Modify your diet accordingly.
- Vitamin D is important for bone and muscle development, function and preservation.
Sexual health
- Sexually transmitted infection (STI)/HIV prevention,16 practice safer sex (use condoms) or abstinence.
- Prior to beginning PrEP the following tests are recommended: HIV testing, serologic testing for hepatitis viruses B and C, periodic serum creatinine testing, periodic pregnancy testing, periodic screening for sexually transmitted bacterial infections.
- Ongoing follow-up, counseling, and monitoring every 3 months is covered without cost sharing.
Mental health and substance use disorder
- Stop smoking. Limit alcohol consumption. Avoid alcohol or drug use while driving.
- Mental health and substance use disorders is defined as those conditions listed in the most recent edition of the World Health Organization (WHO) International Classification of Diseases or in the American Psychiatric Association Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders.
Dental health
- Floss and brush with fluoride toothpaste daily. Seek dental care regularly.
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