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Articles related to focusing on healthy aging, prevention, mobility, cognition, nutrition, independence, and caregiving support.

Oct 13, 2025

4 min

Is there an age where you no longer need a colonoscopy? Navigating Senior Screening

Did you know that the incidence of colorectal cancer is significantly higher in adults over 75, yet screening recommendations shift? So, is there an age where you no longer need a colonoscopy? The decision is not solely based on a number but on an individual's health status, life expectancy, and preferences.

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Oct 10, 2025

4 min

Why are colonoscopies not recommended after 74?

For adults between 76 and 85, screening colonoscopies carry a small but increased risk of complications like hospitalization and death. This crucial insight explains why medical guidelines generally suggest ceasing or individualizing routine screening after age 74, as the balance of benefits versus harms shifts with advancing age and health status.

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