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Age-appropriate screenings for women

May is Women’s Health Month! This is a time to raise awareness about the unique health needs of women and encourage proactive steps toward lifelong wellness. Staying up to date on preventive care and routine health screenings is essential for early detection and better health outcomes.

Make your health a priority by scheduling regular checkups with your provider. For a list of our primary care providers you can schedule your wellness appointment with, click here.

Below is a list of recommended screenings based on age.

Age 20 to 29

  • Blood pressure screening
  • Cholesterol screening
  • Diabetes screening
  • BMI/Obesity
  • Alcohol and tobacco use
  • Depression screening
  • STD screening
  • Skin exam
  • Clinical breast exam
  • Cervical cancer/pelvic exam

Age 30 to 39

  • Blood pressure screening
  • Cholesterol screening
  • Diabetes screening
  • BMI/Obesity
  • Alcohol and tobacco use
  • Depression screening
  • STD screening
  • Skin exam
  • Clinical breast exam
  • Cervical cancer/pelvic exam

Age 40 to 49

  • Mammogram
  • Cervical cancer/pelvic exam
  • Colorectal cancer screening
  • Blood pressure screening
  • Cholesterol screening
  • Diabetes screening
  • Thyroid screening, depending on symptoms or risk
  • BMI/Obesity
  • Alcohol and tobacco use
  • Depression screening
  • Skin exam

Age 50+

  • Mammogram
  • Cervical cancer/pelvic exam
  • Osteoporosis screening
  • Colorectal cancer screening
  • Lung cancer screening
  • Blood pressure screening
  • Cholesterol screening
  • Diabetes screening
  • BMI/Obesity
  • Alcohol/tobacco use
  • Depression screening
  • Skin exam