Your risk for cancer depends on many factors, including family history. You may benefit from genetic testing. Talk with your provider to see if genetic testing is right for you.
Those with a cervix should screen for cervical cancer every 5 years until age 65.
Start or continue colon and rectal (colorectal) cancer screening with a colonoscopy or stool test. Frequency of colorectal screening depends on the screening type.
Depending on your personal risk factors like family history and ethnicity, you may also want to be screened for prostate cancer or breast cancer. However, screening is not right for everyone. Talk with your provider about the screening schedule that is right for you based on your personal risk factors.
Based on your smoking history, you may be eligible for lung cancer screening. Talk with your provider about screening if:
- You are 50 - 77 years old
- You are a current smoker or quit less than 15 years ago
- You have a smoking history of 20 pack-years (1 pack a day for 20 years or 2 packs a day for 10 years)
If you meet these criteria, it is recommended you get a low-dose CT.
Even with routine screenings, it is important to practice self-awareness and report any new or unusual changes to your provider.