National Women’s Checkup Day
Many women seem to have a tendency to make sure that the people around them are cared for and looked after, but sometimes they forget to take care of themselves.
National Women’s Checkup Day brings attention to this concern, recognizing that all women need to have regular, annual check-ups from their medical provider to practice preventative health care – as a benefit to themselves, their loved ones, and the world they impact!
How to Celebrate National Women’s Checkup Day
Schedule a Health Checkup
One of the first things to do in honor of National Women’s Checkup Day is right in the name – call or hop online to schedule an appointment with a primary care provider, nurse practitioner, or health clinic to get a checkup.
Understand Women’s Health Checkups
Those women who are concerned about what might happen at a medical checkup might want to be a bit more prepared.
While it might vary between medical providers, the basics might include general screenings such as weight, blood pressure, and lung checks as well as some of these things:
- Breast Health Exam
- Pap Smear and Cervical Screening
- Diabetes and Bone Density Screening (based on age)
- Lipid or cholesterol screening
If concerned, feel free to ask questions when making the appointment. Medical professionals should be happy to share information that helps their patients feel confident about their care.
Schedule Other Health Screenings
Women’s Checkup Day might bring to attention the need for an overall checkup, or it might reveal a particular screening that might not take place as often. For instance, a mammogram, skin cancer screening, colon cancer screening or some other test might be recommended by a doctor every 2-5 years.
History of National Women’s Checkup Day
Founded by the US Department of Health and Human Services, the event takes place as part of the larger initiative called National Women’s Health Week.
This event takes place during this time of the year, intentionally linked with Mother’s Day, which serves as an added reminder that all women, including mothers, need to take care of themselves.
National Women’s Checkup Day was first celebrated in 2003 and has grown over the years. It is now observed by a wide range of organizations and groups, including healthcare facilities and government agencies, such as the US Food & Drug Administration and the Office on Women’s Health.
Each year, this event is celebrated along with a different theme that shines a spotlight on a particular topic related to women’s health. Some of the past themes have included:
- Empowering Women, Cultivating Health: Celebrating Voices, Wellness and Resilience (2024)
- Women’s Health, Whole Health: Prevention, Care and Wellbeing (2023)
- Forward Focus: Achieving Healthier Futures Together (2022)
- Ending the Pandemic and Elevating Women’s Health (2021)
Acting as an important reminder for women to make an appointment with their doctor to get a health checkup, National Women’s Checkup Day is here!
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