Whether you’re a new mom, a grandmother or a young adult entering the workforce – a woman’s life is full and demanding. Work, family, household, play, community involvement, personal interests – there is no shortage of demands on your time. We are all so busy taking care of everyone else, but it’s important to take time for your health.

Women’s wellness is a top priority at Roper St. Francis Healthcare’s Women’s Services. The healthcare experts make it easy for women of all ages to get the best care through their stages of life, from obstetrics and maternal care to breast and pelvic health.

Here are a fews things to think about and discuss during your yearly checkup – let’s call it your Well-Woman visit:

Make sure you’re up-to-date on all important screenings such as blood pressure, vaccinations, mammograms + colonoscopies.
Talk about the medications & supplements you are taking and review their dosage.
Discuss your wellness and nutrition goals + what you can do to achieve them.
Be sure to talk about your mental health and any changes you’ve noticed.

Now that you know the general points to discuss during your next visit, learn which health screenings you need depending on your age below.

Screenings by age

Here are the different health screenings women should have during each stage of life:

20s – 30s

Alcohol and tobacco use
Blood pressure
Cholesterol
Diet and exercise
Family planning
Gardasil vaccine (HPV)
Hemoglobin
Pap smear
Skin cancer
Vision

40s

Blood pressure
Breast exam
Cholesterol
Diet and exercise
Glucose
Mammogram
Pap smear
Skin cancer
Type 2 diabetes
Vision

50s

Blood pressure
Colonoscopy
Diet and exercise
Glucose
Lung cancer
Mammogram
Menopausal symptoms
Pap smear
Skin cancer
Vision

60s – 70s

Blood pressure
Bladder incontinence
Bone density/Osteoporosis
Cholesterol
Colonoscopy
Glucose
Mammogram
Vision

Infographic via Roper St. Francis Healthcare

Learn more about these screenings and schedule yours here.

If you don’t currently have a primary care doctor, Roper St. Francis Healthcare can help. Call (843) 402-CARE or visit www.rsfh.com/findadoc to find a doctor who is right for you and your needs during this stage of womanhood. Ⓟ