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11/11/2014

Adult Vaccinations You Need

- Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis (Td/Tdap): a booster is needed every 10 years. A pregnant woman who had a shot 10 or more years earlier should get a booster during the second or third trimester. Tdap should be given in place of Td for adults 19-64 years old who have never received Tdap in the past.

-Human papillomavirus (HPV): three-dose series given to females age 11-26 who haven't already received the vaccination.

Varicella (chickenpox): two-dose series given to adults with no evidence of immunity to the chickenpox virus. Pregnant women should not get this vaccine.

Zoster (shingles): one-dose vaccine for adults 50 and older. Pregnant women should not get this vaccine.

Measles, mumps, rubella (MMR): one or more doses given to adults with no evidence of immunity. Pregnant women should not get this vaccine.

Influenza (flu): yearly vaccination given to adults 50 and older and any younger adults who would like to decrease their risk for infection. This is also recommended for younger adults with certain medical, occupational, and other indications including chronic heart or lung disease, diabetes, health care workers, or residents of nursing homes. The vaccine is available as a flu shot and nasal spray flu vaccine. The flu season can range from October to May, and the CDC recommends vaccination throughout the flu season.

Pneumococcal: given to adults 65 and older and adults with certain medical, lifestyle, or other indications including cigarette smokers and residents of nursing homes. A one-time booster is given five years later.

Hepatitis A: two-dose series given to adults with certain medical, occupational, lifestyle, or other indications including chronic liver disease, illegal drug use, and health care workers.

Hepatitis B: three-dose series given to adults with certain medical, occupational, lifestyle, or other indications including chronic liver disease, sexually active adults who are not in a monogamous relationship, injection drug use, and health care workers.

Meningococcal: one or more doses given to adults with certain medical or other indications; commonly given to college students living in dormitories or military recruits.

10/11/2014

Recommended Male Health Check Ups by Age:

Check Up for

Males 20 and Younger:

Full dental check up every 6 months.
Eye examination every 2 years. Yearly if you currently have eyesight problems.
Blood pressure should be checked every 2 1⁄2 years (once a year 20 and older).
Complete physical examination including; quantitative blood check, urine test, cholesterol and stool test.

20 to 50 Years of Age:

Dental examination every 6 months or as recommended by your dentist.
Eye check up every 2 years - Yearly if you currently have eyesight problems.
Do a regular complete physical examination every 3 years or as recommended by your doctor.
Blood pressure check every 2 1⁄2 years or once a year if you are at a risk of high blood pressure problems.
Have a cholesterol check and repeat the test every 3 years or as recommended by your healthcare provider.
Have a colon and re**al exam once a year after you reach the age of 40, (Those at risk of colon conditions should have an occult blood test yearly or go for sigmoidoscopy every 3 to 5 years. If at risk of prostate cancer you should have the screening every year after 45 years).

Health Check for Males Aged 50 and Older:

Blood pressure should be checked yearly.
Dental check every 6 months or as recommended by your dentist.
Have a cholesterol blood test every 3 to 5 years if it is normal or as recommended by your doctor.
A check up of the colon should be performed every 3 to 5 years as well as a check for prostate specific antigen once a year.
Have a regular physical examination every 1 to 2 years up to the age of 65. If you have diabetes or hypertension or are at risk of either, you should have the regular eye check at least every year.

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