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Oral Health
Twice-a-year checkups and teeth cleaning are optimal for good oral health. But lots of adults only see their dentist when there's a problem. Don't be that adult. If it's been awhile, make an appointment. Then, before you leave the office, set another one for six months out. Even if you don't have good health insurance, preventative appointments are cheaper than fixing neglected problems.
Vision
Eyes change as we get older. And the more we use small screens in our daily (hourly!) lives, the more wear we're putting on our eyes. Get an eye exam so that you can, if necessary, get the correct type of eyewear that protects your vision and corrects it for safety while driving.
Mammogram
If you're a woman in your early 40s, it's time to start getting mammograms, according to American Cancer Society guidelines. By age 45, those should occur every year. Women 55 and older can get a mammogram screening every two years or can continue yearly.
Dermatologist
Dermatologists recommend you get annual full-body screenings of moles and spots on your skin. Schedule an appointment to check on other skin problems like acne, redness and swelling. They're also the ones to consult for inexplicable hair loss.
Foot Health
If your feet hurt more than they used to, or if you have a fungus (or suspected fungus) underneath your toenails or on your itchy heels, get an appointment with a podiatrist. Yes, they'll tell you to stop wearing heels, but they'll also tell you how to treat your feet, even if you admit to them that you'll never give up your 2.5-inchers.
Colonoscopy
At age 50, if you haven't already gotten a colonoscopy, you should get one. Screening for colon cancer detects polyps early enough for life-saving treatment. While no one likes undergoing the screenings, they can be the difference between life and death.
