The general guideline is after 21. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists recommend pap smear testing every 3 years starting at age 21. Pap smears check for abnormal cells in the cervix as a way to possibly detect cervical cancer.
Halak, a star for Team Europe in the World Cup of Hockey last September, was sent to Bridgeport in December after being pulled from three of his last 11 starts. Then-coach Jack Capuano even took an uncharacteristic shot at his porous work.
Olajuwon played in 61 regular season games for the team, along with five playoff games in a first-round series loss to the Detroit Pistons. He didnât perform at a Hall of Fame level, but certainly managed not to embarrass himself during his tenure, especially for a guy in his 18th season.