Prevention and Wellness Cancer Screenings Boost Your Odds of
Survival You're a healthy adult with no history of cancer in
your family. Cancer screening tests are for other people, right?
Wrong. Most cancers are not genetically based, which means that
you can get the disease, even if there's no history of it in
your family. And, the sooner you start regular screening, the
greater your odds of beating cancer if it ever occurs. That's
because early diagnosis often comes with more effective
treatment options. The American Cancer Society (ACS) recommends
that people age 40 and older undergo a checkup and several
simple screening tests every year in order to catch any cancers
at an earlier, more curable stage. People at increased risk for
cancer may require more frequent screening. Your doctor can help
you assess your risk and decide the best screening schedule for
you. More information recommended cancer screening guidelines As
part of your annual checkup, your doctor should: - Ask about
your work, family, and per