Men's Health
Focus On Men’s Health
When it comes to your health, the things you do every day are just as important as those your doctor does during your visits. That’s why it’s important that you stay informed about the best ways to prevent injury and illness. If you have questions, be sure to discuss them with your doctor. He or she will explain common health concerns for men, risk factors and the steps you can take to prevent or reduce the incidence of many conditions. Also, call 1-800-SCRIPPS (1-800-727-4777) to learn about the many health enhancement programs and classes available throughout the county.
The following health care guidelines were developed by medical specialists at Scripps for men in good general health.
| MEN Physical Exams: | Ages 19-49 | Ages 50-64 |
| Periodic Exam | every 4 yrs | every 2 yrs |
| Blood Pressure | every 2 yrs | every 2 yrs |
| Testes Self-Exam | weekly | weekly |
| Skin Self-Exam | weekly | weekly |
| Lab Tests: | ||
| Lipoprotein Profile | every 5 yrs | every 5 yrs |
| Fecal Blood | annually | annually |
| Flexible Sigmoidoscopy | every 3-5 yrs | every 3-5 yrs |
| PSA Blood Test | annually | |
| Immunizations: | ||
| Tetanus Booster | every 10 yrs | |
| Flu Vaccine | annually – if high risk | |
| Pneumococcal Vaccine | once – high risk only |