Midlife & menopause
Life is full of changes. You’ve already experienced the wondrous way your body changed during your journey through puberty and your childbearing years. Menopause is another natural turning point in a woman’s life.
Taking good care of yourself during midlife and menopause is just as important as when you were going through puberty and having babies. A healthy lifestyle can help ease whatever menopause symptoms might have and safeguard you against serious health conditions such as breast cancer, heart disease, and osteoporosis.
For many women, menopause is not the “end,” it’s an exciting new beginning.
Cervical cancer screening
The screening test for cervical cancer is called a Pap test or Pap smear. Your doctor gives you a Pap test as part of a pelvic exam to find and …
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Breast cancer screening
Early detection is your most important weapon in successful breast cancer treatment. The two most common ways to detect early-stage breast cancer: Mammogram. A breast X-ray that can often detect …
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Colon cancer screening
Colorectal cancer is the third leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States. It usually starts with small growths (polyps) in the colon or rectum. Colorectal cancer usually does …
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Bone health
Over time, your bones are at risk of becoming weaker or more brittle, otherwise known as osteoporosis. Even a minor fall or bump can cause a fracture, most commonly in …
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Menopause
Menopause is as natural as breathing and an experience that all women share. Knowing what to expect during menopause will help you be more comfortable with how your body is …
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