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.
Bell played for 12 seasons in the NBA for six teams. His best years were with the Phoenix Suns, and he made his mark as a hard-nosed defender when he clotheslined Kobe Bryant during the 2006 NBA playoffs against the Los Angeles Lakers.