If seeing a Tamagotchi or a Caboodle just unlocked a core memory, consider this your friendly (and nostalgic) reminder: It’s likely time for your annual breast cancer screening. Experts generally recommend that women begin annual mammograms at 40 years old. While it’s easy to postpone "boring" appointments, early detection is the absolute best way to protect your future self — so you can keep enjoying those 90s throwbacks for decades to come. 💿💖 ⬇️ Comment "CHECKUP" and we'll send you our full guide for preventative care. Before you read it, we reviewed it. Post Fact Checked By: Healthline Medical Standards & Insights team Post Review Date: 04/24/26 Article Medically Reviewed By: Debra Sullivan, Ph.D., MSN, R.N., CNE, COI Article Review Date: 09/30/25 Source: French, M. (2024, September 30). Healthy Aging Tips for Females. Healthline. healthline.com/health/senior-health/women-and-aging #WomensHealth #HealthyAging #EarlyDetection