Men’s health screening guide

Heart

Heart disease

High cholesterol, high blood pressure and diabetes are major risks.

Pancreas

Type 2 diabetes

Overweight, inactivity and family history increase your risk.

Colon

Colorectal cancer

Often starts as polyps that can be detected and removed early.

Prostate

Prostate cancer

Risk increases with age and family history.

Blood vessels

High blood pressure

Often has no symptoms but can lead to serious health problems.

Kidneys

Kidney disease

High blood pressure and diabetes are leading causes of kidney disease.

Reproductive system

Testicular cancer

Most common in men ages 15–35. Early detection is key.

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Heart

Heart disease

High cholesterol, high blood pressure and diabetes are major risks.

Blood vessels

High blood pressure

Often has no symptoms but can lead to serious health problems.

Pancreas

Type 2 diabetes

Overweight, inactivity and family history increase your risk.

Kidneys

Kidney disease

High blood pressure and diabetes are leading causes of kidney disease.

Colon

Colorectal cancer

Often starts as polyps that can be detected and removed early.

Reproductive system

Testicular cancer

Most common in men ages 15–35. Early detection is key.

Prostate

Prostate cancer

Risk increases with age and family history.

This is a general guide and does not replace personalised medical advice. Speak to your doctor about your health and any recommended screenings.

How to stay on top of your health

Routine checks

Annual physical

Schedule an annual wellness check once a year

Blood pressure

Check every year.

Screenings by age

20s

Cholesterol

Every 5 years

Testicular Self-Exam

Self-examination should begin after puberty and be performed every few months.

30s

Cholesterol

Every 5 years

Testicular Self-Exam

Monthly self-exams

Diabetes Screening

Start at 35 if overweight or if risk factors present

40s

Cholesterol

Every 5 years

Diabetes Screening

Every 3 years or as advised

Colonoscopy

Start at 45 or earlier if risk factors present

Prostate Screening

Discuss PSA test with your doctor

50s

Cholesterol

Every 1-2 years

Diabetes Screening

Every 3 years or as advised

Colonoscopy

Every 5-10 years or as advised by your doctor

Prostate Screening

Every 3-5 years. Ask for a PSA test

60s

Cholesterol

Every 1-2 years

Diabetes Screening

Every 3 years or as advised

Colonoscopy

Every 5-10 years or as advised by your doctor

Prostate Screening

Every 3-5 years. Ask for a PSA test

70+

Cholesterol

Every 1-2 years

Diabetes Screening

Every 3 years or as advised.

Colonoscopy

Every 5-10 years or as advised by your doctor

Prostate Screening

Every 3-5 years. Ask for a PSA test

Healthy habits

Eat well

Fuel your body with good nutrition

Stay active

Aim for 150 minutes of exercise weekly

Don't smoke

Avoid tobacco and vaping

Limit alcohol

Drink in moderation

Manage stress

Take care of your mental health

Sleep well

Aim for 7-8 hours each night

This is a general guide. Screening needs and frequency vary depending on your health and risk factors, so discuss what is right for you with your doctor.