Skip to content
Healthy Aging Hub

:

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

4 min

How often should a 60 year old woman have a pelvic exam? Understanding the Guidelines

According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), while annual well-woman visits are recommended, routine pelvic exams for asymptomatic women are not always necessary. This can cause confusion about **how often should a 60 year old woman have a pelvic exam**. Ultimately, the decision depends on individual health history, risk factors, and shared decision-making with a healthcare provider.

Read Healthy Aging
3 min

How old is the last Pap smear? Understanding guidelines for senior care

According to the American Cancer Society, routine cervical cancer screening can often be discontinued for women over 65 who have had regular, normal results. Navigating the changing health needs of senior women, it's vital to understand the current medical guidelines that determine how old is the last Pap smear you will need to undergo.

Read Healthy Aging
3 min

When Can You Stop Pap Smears? Understanding the Guidelines by Year and Age

According to the American Cancer Society, most individuals with a cervix can stop cervical cancer screening after age 65, provided they have had a history of regular, normal test results. The specific year you can stop Pap smears depends on your personal health history, screening frequency, and whether you meet the criteria set by major health organizations.

Read Healthy Aging
3 min

How often should a 70 year old woman have a Pap smear? Guidelines Explained

According to guidelines from the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) and the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF), most women over 65, including a 70 year old woman, can stop routine cervical cancer screening, provided they meet specific criteria. However, the decision to stop depends on a woman's health history and whether she has consistently had normal test results.

Read Healthy Aging
4 min

At what age do you not need Pap smears anymore? A Guide for Seniors

Cervical cancer screening has significantly reduced rates of both diagnosis and death from the disease since routine testing began. For many women, understanding at what age you do not need Pap smears anymore is an important part of healthy aging and senior care, based on established medical guidelines.

Read Healthy Aging
4 min

At what age do you stop getting Pap smears?

According to the American Cancer Society, people over 65 who have received regular cervical cancer screening with normal results for the past 10 years can stop screening. However, this decision is not solely based on age and depends on various factors, prompting many to ask, "At what age do you stop getting Pap smears?". For some, continued screening is necessary based on their medical history.

Read Healthy Aging
3 min

Does a 70 year old need a Pap smear? Unpacking the Guidelines

According to the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, women over 65 who have had adequate prior screening with normal results can often stop cervical cancer screening. This raises a critical question: does a 70 year old need a Pap smear, and what specific factors influence this decision in later life?

Read Healthy Aging
Load More