Female 18-29
Based on your answers, this is the recommended preventive care for your life stage.
For Women aged 18-29, having routine physicals and exams, even when you’re healthy, can help maintain your overall wellness. Regular appointments with your care team can also help catch problems early on before they become more difficult to treat.
Use the checklist below to check off annual exams you have already completed:
Annual physical exams are important because you get a chance to talk to your primary care doctor about your health and address medical issues before they become a problem.
During a comprehensive physical exam, your doctor may:
This visit is specifically tailored to health concerns that affect women. It is important to visit your gynecologist at least once a year, even if you are healthy.
What to expect during your Well-Woman visit:
There are different types of blood work that can be done to help maintain your health:
It’s recommended that you see your dentist at least once a year. Dental exams are important because they prevent dental issues, detect problems early, promote gum health, and offer personalized oral health advice.
In addition to the standard annual visits, your clinician may order:
Vaccines are an important way to protect yourself and others from preventable diseases, particularly in certain seasons. While not all vaccines are needed every year, speak with your doctor about which are recommended for you.
Use the checklist below to check off immunizations & vaccines you have already completed:
One dose is recommended annually during flu season and can keep you from getting sick and needing medical attention with the flu and protect those around you from getting sick.
The Tdap vaccine is recommended every 10 years to protect you from Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis. Your doctor can help you keep track of when you are due for a booster shot.
The HPV vaccine is often done in a series of 3, starting at age 11 and is recommended for
If you did not receive the HPV vaccine as an adolescent, talk to your primary care physician.
See the latest guidelines on the recommendations for vaccinations and boosters for the COVID-19 vaccine here.
The sooner diseases are caught, the sooner they can be treated – which means better results. Keeping up to date with your cancer screenings will help you stay in good health for years to come.
Use the checklist below to check off screenings you have already completed:
Starting at age 21, talk to your clinician about your options for early detection, including a PAP smear (cervical cytology).
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