HealtH
& Safety
By Dr. Nancy Raymond
important key screenings for women
Women should talk about their health and family history men die from cardiovascular disease every year in
with their health care provider to determine what screenings the United States. Blood pressure should be
would be best for them. However, there are some general checked on a one- to two-year basis after the
guidelines, based on recommendations from the U.S. age 18 or more frequently if your BP readings
Preventative Services Task Force that women can use to spark are elevated. Cholesterol should be checked every
discussion with their physicians about what screenings are five years starting at age 45 or more often if
appropriate for them. your levels are high. Cholesterol screening
Five important categories that screenings fall under include: involves a blood draw. The test measures
- General checkups: Also known to most women as the your total cholesterol, your LDL or low-
“Annual.” Usually several screening tests are conducted during density lipoprotein, (the “bad” cholesterol,
your visit to your primary care practitioner. This is the perfect your HDL or high-density “good”
time to discuss what screening tests you need. During this visit lipoprotein and triglycerides. High
an overall assessment of your health is performed. This includes cholesterol can lead to fat deposits in your
your height, weight, blood pressure, heart and lungs and pelvic arteries, which increase your risk for heart
exams. Your medications, health history, family health history attack and stroke.
and lifestyle habits should all be reviewed. - Reproductive checks: Pap test should
- Heart health: Your screenings, including blood pressure be performed every one to three years if
and cholesterol tests should be done every year. Taking care of a you have been sexually active or are
woman's heart health is very important as more women than over 12. This test screens for changes in
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