It's National Women's Health Week! 6 Screening's ALL Women Should Schedule!

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This week, May 13-19 is National Women’s Health Week. The purpose of this week is for women to take ownership and power over their health and make it a top priority. It also sets out to try and help women understand what preventive health measures they can take to remain in good health.

Here are some guidelines based on the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force and the American Cancer Society. Also, be sure to discuss all preventive health measures with your personal doctor!

1.      Heart Disease Screening. Your blood pressure should be checked at least every two years and even more frequently if you have high blood pressure. Also, yearly cholesterol tests are recommended for women starting at the age of 20.

2.      Colorectal Cancer Screening. Starting at the age of 50, women with no increased risk for colorectal cancer should begin screening, especially if there is a family history.

3.      Diabetes Screening. If you have high blood pressure, consider diabetes screening.

4.      Breast Cancer Screening. The American Cancer Society recommends clinical breast exam about every 3 years for women in their 20’s and 30’s and every year for women over the age of 40. Mammograms should begin yearly at age 40 and continue on for as long as a woman is in good health.

5.     Sexual health screening. Pap smears should be done every 3 years for women over the age of 21 or when they become sexually active. All women at increased risk or become pregnant should be tested for HIV.

6.    Osteoporosis Screening. Women over the age of 65 should get a bone mineral density test if you’re at increased risk.