Timeline
Screening by decade
Age-banded screening conversations—always individualized by clinicians.
Not one-size rules
Guidelines evolve and family history changes plans. Use this table as conversation prep, not self-diagnosis.
| Age band | Common topics |
|---|---|
| 20s–30s | Blood pressure, lipids if risk factors, testicular awareness, mental health, STI testing if indicated |
| 40s | Diabetes screening, repeat lipids, prostate discussion if high risk, colon start per guidelines |
| 50s | Colon screening, prostate shared decisions, shingles vaccine, sleep apnea if snoring |
| 60s+ | Continued colon/prostate cadence, bone health, vision, hearing, medication review |
Family history multiplier
Early colon, prostate, or heart disease in relatives often moves timelines earlier—document who had what and at what age.