Cancer screenings can save lives. Texas Oncology recommends timing for screenings based on age, gender, family history, and cancer type.

Consult with your physician if you have increased risk factors or a family history of cancer because you may need to have earlier, more extensive, or more frequent screenings.

Every age:

• Check skin once a month for changes

Women of all ages:

• Self-breast exam once a month
• Clinical breast exam every 1-3 years
• Pap test once a year

40s & 50s:

• Women: Mammogram once a year beginning at age 40
• Men: Prostate cancer screening beginning at age 50
• Everyone: Colorectal screening beginning at age 50

For more information, including specific risk factors, click here.

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