Family History and Health Screenings
Family History and Health ScreeningsNow, a health minute.Studies show a family history of certain diseases can increase a person’s risk for that disease.A man’s risk for prostate cancer increases after age 50 but this risk is higher with a family historybefore the age of 50.For women breast cancer risk is highest after age 60 but women with a strong family history shouldhave regular mammograms before age 40.Anyone with a family history of colorectal cancer should get regular colonoscopies starting at age 40,or 10 years before their family member was diagnosed.A family history of heart disease should get patients in for checkups beginning in their late teens andearly 20s.The bottom line - a family history of disease means that early screenings and tests before any signsor symptoms develop can be the best prevention.This program is for informational purposes only. Publisher disclaims all guarantees regarding the accuracy, completeness,or suitability of this video for medical decision making. For all health related issues please contact your healthcare provider.VER61013A EN FamilyHistoryAndHealthScreenings.pdf© The Wellness NetworkPage 1 of 1
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