1.Heart Health
BLOOD PRESSURE
What Age: 20s, 30s, 40s, 50+
How Often: At least every two years.
Details: Get checked by your doc. Over-the-counter wrist and finger monitors aren’t the most accurate for diagnosing high blood pressure.
CHOLESTEROL
What Age: 20s, 30s, 40s, 50+
How Often: Blood test every five years if normal, more frequently if not.
Details: Get total cholesterol number and HDL, LDL, and triglycerides.
