Women's Health
Integral Quality Care wants to make sure you stay healthy. Scheduling a yearly well woman checkup is one of the best things you can do to make sure you stay healthy.
During this checkup, your doctor:
- Does a cervical cancer screening (Pap smear) to check for cervical cancer
- Does a breast exam to check for breast cancer
- Does a test to check for Chlamydia
You may not have any signs or problems. Getting a well woman checkup each year can help catch problems early, before they affect your health. A woman's health can change quickly. That's why it's important to schedule a well woman checkup each year.
You can call your doctor to schedule a well woman checkup. Or, you may call an OB/GYN. We have both male and female OB/GYNs available. Call us at 1-866-258-4326 to find a doctor near you. Or you can click on Find a Provider.
| Disease | Recommended Screening Age | Risk Factors/Symptoms | Additional Information |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heart Disease | All ages. See diseases listed below for other screening ages. |
Family history Race Smoking Physical inactivity Obesity High cholesterol High blood pressure Diabetes |
Talk to your doctor about any questions or concerns. |
| Cholesterol | 20 and up, every five years |
Family history Age Diet Overweight Lack of exercise Smoking |
At any age, talk to your doctor if you have questions or concerns. |
| Blood Pressure | 18 and up, every two years |
Family history Overweight Alcohol use High salt intake |
Most doctors will do this as part of a well-check. |
| Diabetes | 45 and up, every three years |
Family history Age Weight Diet |
At any age, talk to your doctor if you have questions or concerns. |
| Depression | All ages |
Anger Aggression Work "burnout" Alcohol or drug use Family history Marital problems Hormonal changes Heart problems Chronic illnesses Anxiety disorder Major life changes such as the death of a loved one or loss of a job |
Talk to your doctor. |
| Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD) | When sexually active, ask your doctor how often you should be screened |
Being sexually active Unprotected sex More than one sex partner |
|
| Colon Cancer | 50 and up |
Age Previous colon cancer History of polyps History of bowel disease Diet Lack of exercise Overweight Smoking Heavy alcohol use |
Various tests are available, talk to your provider about which test is right for you. |