Women’s Care for Every Stage of You
At Memorial Hermann, we’re committed to helping women live healthier lives by extending a proactive approach to women’s health care. We understand that your needs may change during your lifetime, which is why we offer a range of comprehensive health care services designed to meet your unique needs at every stage of life. From well-women visits and screening mammograms to maternity care and advanced treatment for gynecologic issues, our women’s health specialists work as a team to offer you the convenient, comprehensive care you need within one network - all from one of Houston’s most trusted brands.
We encourage women to focus on the importance of incorporating simple preventive and positive health behaviors into everyday life.
Women should discuss with their health care professionals which tests are right for them, when they should have them, and how often.
Recommended Women's Health Screenings by Age
| Services & Screening | Age | Evidence-based Recommendation |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Physical Exam | Adults | Annually |
| Depression Screen | Adults | Annually |
| Diabetes Screen | Adults 35-70 with BMI ≥ 25 | Every 3 years |
| Cholesterol Screen | Adults 20+ | Every 5 years or more often with certain risk factors |
| Obesity Screen and Counseling | Adults with BMI ≥ 30 | Annually |
| Alcohol Misuse Screen and Counseling | Adults | Annually |
| Tobacco Use Counseling | Adults | Annually |
| Cervical Cancer Screen | Women 21-65 | Every 3-5 years; Ask your doctor how often you should be screened |
| Chlamydia Screen | Sexually active women | Annual screening if ≤ 25 years old and for 25+ if at an increased risk |
| Colorectal Cancer Screen | Adults 45-75* | Ask your doctor about screening types and intervals |
| Breast Cancer Screen | Women 40-74 | Every 1-2 years; Ask your doctor how often you should be screened |
| Bone Density Measurement | Postmenopausal women 50-64 | Ask your doctor if you need this test |
| Lung Cancer Screen | Adults 50-80 with 20+ pack-year smoking history who still smoke or have quit in the past 15 years | Ask your doctor how often you should be screened |
| HIV Screen | Ages 13-64 | Once, or more often if you are at risk |
| Hepatitis C Screen | Adults 18-79 and pregnant women | At least once for adults, and during each pregnancy |
| Vaccines: COVID-19 | Adults | Annually |
| Vaccines: HPV | Age 11-26 recommended; Age ≥ 26 ask your doctor | 2 or 3-dose series |
| Vaccines: Hepatitis B | Adults 19-59 who were not vaccinated as an infant; Adults 60+ at high risk | 2 or 3-dose series |
| Vaccines: Influenza | Adults | Annually |
| Vaccines: Pneumococcal | Adults 50+ and adults 19-64 with certain risk factors | Once; Discuss your pneumonia risk with your doctor |
| Vaccines: Shingles | Adults 50+ | 2-dose series |
| Vaccines: Tetanus | Adults | Every 10 years |
| Services & Screening | Age | Evidence-based Recommendation |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Physical Exam | Adults | Annually |
| Depression Screen | Adults | Annually |
| Diabetes Screen | Adults 35-70 with BMI ≥ 25 | Every 3 years |
| Cholesterol Screen | Adults 40+ | Every 5 years, or annually if abnormal cholesterol or other risk factors |
| Obesity Screen and Counselling | Adults with BMI ≥ 30 | Annually |
| Alcohol Misuse Screen and Counselling | Adults | Annually |
| Tobacco Use Counselling | Adults | Annually |
| Fall Prevention | Adults 65+ | Annually |
| Colorectal Cancer Screen | Adults 45-75* | Ask your doctor about screening types and intervals |
| Breast Cancer Screen | Women 40-74 | Every 1-2 years; Ask your doctor how often you should be screened |
| Cervical Cancer Screen | Women 21-65 | Every 3-5 years, ask your doctor when you need this test |
| Chlamydia Screen | Sexually active women | Screen if at increased risk |
| Lung Cancer Screen | Adults 50-80 with a 20+ pack-year smoking history who still smoke or have quit in the last 15 years | Ask your doctor how often you should be screened |
| Bone Density Measurement | Women 65+ | Ask your doctor if you need this test |
| HIV Screen | Adults 65+ | Ask your doctor if you need to be screened |
| Hepatitis C Screen | Adults 18-79 | At least once for adults |
| Vaccines: COVID-19 | Adults | Annually |
| Vaccines: Influenza | Adults | Annually |
| Vaccines: Hepatitis B | Adults 60+ if at high risk | Ask your doctor if you need the vaccine |
| Vaccines: Pneumococcal | Adults 50+ | Once |
| Vaccines: Shingles | Adults 50+ | 2-dose series |
| Vaccines: Tetanus | Adults | Every 10 years |
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Women's Health Services
Gynecology
Maternity
Gynecology
Detect and treat any health problems and help prevent future ones from developing with your annual well-woman exam.
Maternity
Care options for every stage of pregnancy to help you prepare for your delivery in advance so that you feel ready when the time comes to have your baby.
Breast Imaging
Pelvic Floor Health
Breast Imaging
Take charge of your breast health. Learn more about how your annual screening mammogram is a short-term investment in your long-term health.
Pelvic Floor Health
Get physical therapy to help address pain, weakness and dysfunction in your pelvic floor muscles.
Bone Health
Heart Care
Bone Health
Take steps to prevent bone loss by assessing your bone strength with a DEXA Bone Density Scan.
Heart Care
Protect your heart and understand the signs and symptoms of heart disease. Learn the risk factors and be proactive with a heart health assessment.
Colon Cancer Screening Exam
Sleep Medicine
Colon Cancer Screening Exam
Take preventive measures with a screening exam for colon cancer. Getting a routine screening is one of the most important steps you can take for early detection.
Sleep Medicine
Affiliated sleep specialists at Memorial Hermann have the experience necessary to diagnose and treat a wide range of sleep disorders.
Because you’re always there for others, we’re here for you. At Memorial Hermann, we offer the health care services you need to build positive health habits throughout each stage of life.