Healthy Living

Preventive Women’s Healthcare: Key Steps for Lifelong Wellness

26 March 2025

Over the past century, women’s healthcare has evolved from reactive treatment to proactive prevention – ensuring women can be at their best during every stage of life. While early medical care often focused on addressing illnesses, today we know that preventive measures like regular screenings, vaccinations, and early interventions are important for long-term health.

By prioritizing prevention, women can take control of their health today to build a healthier future. Today, women have access to a wide range of screenings and preventive care options designed to detect and address health issues early. Regular tests and screenings – such as those for bone density, breast health, blood pressure, and cholesterol – can help identify serious conditions before they become life-threatening. 

To ease your way in getting care, Providence Health Plan recommends these key screenings every woman should consider:

1) Heart Screenings: Evaluate cholesterol levels, blood pressure, blood sugar, and weight to assess heart health.

2) Papanicolaou (Pap) Tests: Detect abnormal cell changes in the cervix that could lead to cervical cancer.

3) Mammograms: Identify early signs of breast cancer, often years before symptoms appear.

4) Colon Screenings: Detect polyps that may increase the risk of colon cancer.

Early detection not only provides valuable information about your health but also has the potential to prevent problems from worsening.

The evolution of women’s health care has come a long way, but there’s still work to be done. At Providence Health Plan, we’re committed to supporting women at every stage of their health journey.

Find out what screenings are covered under your plan and make time to schedule them today. Your health is your greatest asset. Let’s protect it together.