Different life stages call for different screenings. Use this clear breakdown to understand what matters at each stage, from baseline preventive screenings to specialized tests.
You don’t have to wait for warning signs to take control of your health. Being proactive with care means addressing issues before your body forces the conversation.
Preventive health screenings for men—especially those in their 40s, 50s, and beyond—become even more critical as hormone levels, heart health, and metabolic function begin to shift. Screenings like testosterone testing, cardiovascular panels, and prostate checks give you the information you need to stay ahead.
A standard physical often includes basic vital signs and a general check-in. Preventive screenings go deeper. They track the key indicators of male health: testosterone and hormones, cardiovascular risk, blood sugar control, and prostate function. The goal of preventive men’s health screenings isn’t just to confirm you’re okay today. They’re diagnostic tools that give you a clear picture of where you stand and what you can do to protect your health long-term.
In general, men should have annual checkups that include blood pressure and basic lab work starting in their 30s. Health screenings for men over 50 should become more frequent and comprehensive, as this decade represents a turning point in disease risk and hormonal health. After 50, expect yearly testing for hormones, heart health, metabolic function, and prostate markers, or more often based on your individual risk profile.
Men over 50 should prioritize annual preventive screenings, focusing on the big four:
This can include bone density if risk factors are present. These screenings work together to catch the conditions most likely to develop in this decade.
Blood draws, blood pressure checks, questionnaires, and urine tests make up the bulk of routine screening—they’re generally straightforward and minimally invasive. Some tests, like a digital rectal exam or colonoscopy, may feel uncomfortable but are brief. Remember, a few minutes of mild discomfort can prevent years of serious health issues.
One of the most telling statistics in men’s health isn’t about disease rates or health conditions—it’s about whether they’re getting care at all. Roughly 50% of men skip routine care entirely, going only when symptoms become impossible to ignore.
The symptoms that finally bring them in have usually been affecting quality of life for longer than they’d care to acknowledge: fatigue they’ve been pushing through, frustrating weight gain, or changes in sexual function. For some, by the time they seek help, early markers have progressed into issues requiring dedicated treatment.
Early detection changes everything. It often means easier treatment, fewer complications, and feeling like yourself sooner than later. A simple blood test today could prevent managing a chronic condition tomorrow.
At PG Men's Health, it’s common to meet men who wish they’d checked their testosterone or metabolic health sooner. The good news is that taking action now still gives you the opportunity to meaningfully improve your health trajectory and protect your long-term wellness.
Your primary care provider offers many of these screenings. When it comes to the health issues that most directly impact male vitality, a specialized approach often makes the difference.
Men’s health clinics typically focus specifically on:
Rather than managing symptoms in isolation, specialized clinics are equipped to dig deeper into men’s health concerns like persistent fatigue, unexplained weight gain, declining libido, or erectile dysfunction.
At PG Men’s Health, it’s this specialized approach that helps men in achieving sustainable health goals. Our committed team takes an evidence-based approach to long-term wellness, using proven protocols to help men optimize health at every age.
If you’ve noticed shifts in your energy, weight, sleep quality, or sexual health, those are signals worth investigating, not dismissing. Men’s health matters, and the right preventive screening plan helps you stay proactive rather than reactive.
The team at PG Men’s Health in Tampa and Sarasota specializes in the screenings that matter most to men. Take the next step toward better health and clarity. Schedule a consultation and build a screening plan tailored to your life, your goals, and, most of all, your long-term wellness.
