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Get Recommended Cancer Screening and Tests

Get recommended preventive services, including screening tests and immunizations. Recommendations for preventive services depend on your age, sex, health status, and family history. Find out which screening tests and immunizations are recommended for you!

What's Important to Know?

Veterans are encouraged to talk with their health care provider about scheduling important preventive health care needs such as screenings and immunizations. Some Veterans may still be catching up from the COVID-19 pandemic, so take charge of your health and be sure you are protected by getting screened and immunized.


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Veterans Health Library

The Veterans Health Library (VHL) offers Veterans, their families, and caregivers 24/7 Internet access to comprehensive Veteran-focused health information that’s consistent with VA clinical practice. Its information, resources, and tools are engaging, “Veteran-friendly,” and written in plain language. The VHL helps Veterans understand and manage health problems, make informed health decisions, and actively partner with their health care teams.

Veterans Health Library information on Breast Cancer Screening and Getting Recommended Screening Tests and Immunizations include:

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Preventive Care Recommendation Charts

Additional Information for Veterans with Toxic Exposures

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