The Office on Women’s Health (OWH) sent this bulletin at 05/09/2016 12:00 PM EDT
Women’s
health needs change as they age, but all women need well-woman visits.
A well-woman visit is a checkup. It’s a time for you
to talk with your doctor or nurse about where you are with your health, where
you’d like to be, and how you can get there.
Get the conversation started at your next visit with
your age-specific list. Your doctor or nurse will be able to tell you what screenings and
shots you need based on your age, health habits, risk factors, and family
history.
Take charge of your health this National Women’s
Health Week and pledge to
schedule your well-woman visit today.