Wellness Exam Checklist

1. Get a check-up from your doctor.

Your doctor will give you a physical exam and ask about your medical history. They will also test your blood pressure, heart rate, and blood sugar levels.

2. Measure your blood pressure and heart rate.

You can measure your blood pressure and heart rate at home using a blood pressure monitor or heart rate monitor.

3. Check your weight and BMI.

You can check your weight and BMI at home with a scale or BMI calculator.

4. Test your blood sugar levels.

You can test your blood sugar levels at home with a glucose meter or hemoglobin A1c test kit.

5. Have a cholesterol test done.

You can have a cholesterol test done at home with a cholesterol meter or lipid panel test kit.

6. Get vaccinated for HPV, flu, and pneumonia vaccines (if you are over 65).

The HPV vaccine is recommended for all adults aged 26 and younger. The flu vaccine is recommended for all adults aged 19 and older, and the pneumonia vaccine is recommended for all adults aged 65 and older.

7. Screen for cancer with a mammogram (women) or prostate-specific antigen (men).

Mammograms are recommended for women aged 40-74, while prostate-specific antigen tests are recommended for men aged 50 and older.

8. Take an oral cancer screening exam.

Oral cancer screenings are recommended for all adults aged 18 and older.

9. Get screened for colon cancer with a colonoscopy if you are 50 or older (or have other risk factors).

Colonoscopies are recommended for all adults aged 50 and older, or those at high risk for colon cancer.

10. Check for signs of skin cancer.

You can check for signs of skin cancer at home by conducting a self-examination of your skin. If you find any suspicious moles or growths, see a doctor for further testing.