Five essential health screenings every woman should prioritize

Women’s health screenings are being neglected due to busy schedules, financial pressures, and risk misconceptions, prompting a call for regular check-ups to improve early detection and save lives. Affinity Health CEO Murray Hewlett emphasizes that preventative care is vital, as early detection leads to better outcomes. Recommended checks include Pap smears and HPV testing for cervical cancer, plus mammograms for breast cancer, especially for women over 40. Additional essential screenings cover blood pressure, cholesterol, and glucose tests for heart disease, reproductive and hormonal health checks for conditions like PCOS, and mental health check-ins, as women are statistically more prone to depression and anxiety.