The American Cancer Society recommends a yearly mammogram for women 40 or older. Women with high risk may be advised to get more frequent screenings. Screening The American cancer society recommends that men have yearly prostate-specific antigen blood tests and digital rectal examinations starting at age 50. Every five years, both for men and women, starting at age 20. 50 year or older, an annual fecal occult blood test is recommended.
Flexible sigmoidoscopy is advised every three to five years.
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