Adult Health Resources

AHRQ continually reviews and updates our prevention materials to provide the most current information on preventive services and primary care topics, including women's and men's health.

As part of its work to improve the quality of health care, AHRQ supports the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF). The USPSTF examines the scientific evidence and makes recommendations—considered the "gold standard"—on services that can help people maintain their health. These services, called clinical preventive services, include screening for diseases or risk factors, counseling, and preventive medicines.

Select http://www.ahrq.gov/ppip/healthywom.htm to access the "Women: Stay Healthy at Any Age" checklist, which includes USPSTF recommendations for women's health.

Select http://www.ahrq.gov/ppip/healthymen.htm to access the "Men: Stay Healthy at Any Age" checklist, which includes USPSTF recommendations for men's health.

This information is not a substitute for health care. Talk with your health care provider to make sure that you are getting the most appropriate care, especially if you have questions about the information or concerns about your health. Select http://www.ahrq.gov/questionsaretheanswer/index.html to access "Questions are the Answer" for ideas on talking with health care providers. 

May 2008