The Importance of Regular Health Screenings You Can't Afford to Miss
Ladies, we need to prioritize our health and wellness. One way we can do this is by staying up-to-date with regular health screenings. In this article, we'll explore why regular health screenings are crucial for our overall well-being, and provide tips on how to make sure we don't miss any of the screenings that could save our lives.
As Pinays, we often prioritize the needs of others over our own. It’s who we are. We're busy taking care of our families, friends, and jobs that we forget to take care of ourselves. But the truth is, regular health screenings are one of the most important things we can do for ourselves. They can help detect health problems early, when they're most treatable, and they can even save our lives.
Think of it this way: you wouldn't wait until your car was completely broken down to take it to the mechanic. Or would you? Since a car is an extension of who we are, the practical thing to do is keep it in good working order. Warren Buffet made this brilliant analogy where you’d get 1 free car—the car of your dreams—and that’s the only one that you’re gonna get. It could be any car. It’s a short 2-minute video but the implications will stay with you for the rest of your lfe.
Going back to our own analogy about car maintenance, you'd have to bring it in for regular maintenance to make sure it's running smoothly and to catch any potential problems before they become major issues. The same goes for your body. Regular health screenings can help catch potential problems early, before they turn into major health concerns.
Here are some of the most important health screenings that we should be getting regularly:
✅ Breast Cancer Screenings : Mammograms are the best way to detect breast cancer early. Pinays over 40 should be getting mammograms every 1-2 years, depending on their risk factors.
✅ Cervical Cancer Screenings: Pap smears can help detect cervical cancer early, when it's most treatable. Ladies should start getting pap smears at age 21, and should continue getting them every 3 years.
✅ Ovarian Cancer Screenings: There's no routine screening test for ovarian cancer, but Pinays who are at high risk should consider getting a blood test and/or an ultrasound.
✅ Colorectal Cancer Screenings: Colonoscopies can help detect colorectal cancer early, when it's most treatable. Women should start getting colonoscopies at age 50, or earlier if they're at high risk.
✅ Blood Pressure Screenings: High blood pressure can lead to heart disease and stroke. Ladies should have their blood pressure checked regularly, starting at age 18.
✅ Cholesterol Screenings: High cholesterol can also lead to heart disease and stroke. Ladies should have their cholesterol checked regularly too, starting at age 20.
✅ Skin Cancer Screenings: Regular skin exams can help detect skin cancer early. Women should be doing self-exams regularly, and should see a dermatologist if they notice any changes in their skin.
It's important to talk to your doctor about which health screenings you need, based on your age, family history, and other risk factors. Don't be afraid to ask questions or speak up if you're unsure about anything. Our health is too important to leave to chance.
So mga sis, let's make our health a priority. Be like a car mechanic 🚗🔧👩🏻🔧 Let's not wait until we're sick to start taking care of ourselves. Mahirap na nga ang buhay, magkakasakit pa tayo? Huwag na. Regular health screenings are one of the most important things we can do to stay healthy and catch potential health problems early. #SaferIsBetter 👩🏻⚕️❤️
