What are the preventive measures for women’s health?

What are the preventive measures for women’s health?

Preventive measures for women’s health include:

  1. Regular screenings and check-ups:
    • Annual well-woman exams
    • Mammograms every 1-2 years for women 40 and older14
    • Cervical cancer screening (Pap test) every 3 years for women 21-65, or Pap with HPV test every 5 years for women 30-65 35
    • Bone density screening for women 65 and older or younger if at risk4
    • Cholesterol screening every 5 years starting at age 203
    • Colorectal cancer screening starting at age 50 (or 45 for African-Americans)3
  2. Vaccinations:
    • Annual influenza vaccine
    • Tetanus-diphtheria booster every 10 years
    • HPV vaccination for eligible age groups1
  3. Lifestyle habits:
    • Regular physical activity
    • Balanced nutrition
    • Adequate sleep (7-9 hours per night)
    • Stress management
  4. Health awareness:
    • Monthly self-breast exams
    • Awareness of warning signs during pregnancy and postpartum
  5. Preventive care:
    • Blood pressure checks every 1-2 years2
    • Diabetes screening every 3 years for women 45 and older or those at higher risk3
    • STI screening for sexually active women or those at risk2
  6. Mental health:
    • Depression screening
    • Domestic violence screening and counseling4
  7. Specialized care:
    • Genetic counseling for breast cancer (BRCA) for women at higher risk4
    • Osteoporosis screening for women 65 and older or earlier if at risk4
  8. Nutrition:
    • Folic acid supplementation for women capable of pregnancy7

By incorporating these preventive measures, women can take proactive steps to maintain and improve their overall health.