Questions about Women's Health Concerns
Women's health encompasses a variety of services, including routine gynecological exams like Pap smears and STI testing, screening procedures such as lab work and mammograms, and the diagnosis of acute conditions like urinary tract infections (UTIs).
Birth control is available at various locations, including doctor’s offices, OB/GYN clinics, Planned Parenthood, community health centers, and some pharmacies. Many telehealth services also offer online consultations and prescriptions for birth control. Some states allow pharmacists to prescribe certain contraceptives without a doctor’s visit.
While an OB/GYN specializes in women’s health, routine screenings can also be performed by a primary care physician or a family doctor. However, for reproductive health concerns, Pap smears, or specialized exams, it’s recommended to see a gynecologist.
- Pap smear & HPV test (cervical cancer screening)
- Mammogram (breast cancer screening)
- Bone density test (osteoporosis risk assessment)
- Blood pressure & cholesterol check (heart health)
- Diabetes screening
- STI testing (if sexually active)
- Thyroid function test (if experiencing symptoms of imbalance)