Health screenings you need in your 20s and 30s

You are never too young to start preparing for a healthy future. While it's important for people of all ages to take an interest in their health care, establishing a good relationship with a primary care physician as a young adult can have many positive effects as you grow older.

“Preventive medicine is something I think is really important,” explains Nadia Javaid, MD, a family practitioner with Saint Agnes Care Avecinia in Clovis, California. “The more we can screen for and diagnose health problems before they progress, the better we can treat people and the more we can educate people.”

It's vital to understand what health issues you should be regularly screened for and why. Here are screenings to expect in your 20s and 30s—and how they can set you up for good health in the long-term.