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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 Wellness Visit Adults Annually
Depression Screen Adults Annually
Diabetes Screen Adults 35-70 + BMI ≥ 25 Every 3 years
Cholesterol Screen Adults 20-79 Every 5 years
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 Once, or more frequently if you are at 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, starting at age 40 or 50, ask your doctor how often you should be screened
Lung Cancer Screen Adults 50-80. Currently, or in the past, have a 20 pack-year smoking history, for 15 years. Current smoker or one who has quit within last 15 years. Ask your doctor how often you should be screened
HIV Screen Adults 15-65 or if high-risk Once, or more often if you are at risk
Hepatitis C Screen Adults 18-79 Once
Vaccines: COVID-19 Adults Ask your doctor about the vaccine and boosters
Vaccines: HPV Age 11-26 recommended; age ≥ 26 y/o shared decision-making 2-dose series if first dose given under 15; 3-dose series if first dose given ≥ 15
Vaccines: Hepatitis B Adults at high risk: diabetics 18-59, etc. 3-dose series if you are at high risk
Vaccines: Influenza Adults Annually
Vaccines: Shingles Adults 50+ 2-dose series
Vaccines: Tetanus Adults Tdap every 10 years
*Check insurance coverage.
Services & Screening Age Evidence-based Recommendation
Annual Wellness Visit Adults Annually
Depression Screen Adults Annually
Diabetes Screen Adults 35-70 + BMI ≥ 25 Every 3 years
Cholesterol Screen Adults 20-79 Every 5 years
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 and older 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 when you need this test
Cervical Cancer Screen Women 21-65 Every 3-5 years, ask your doctor when you need this test
Chlamydia Screen Sexually active women Once, or more frequently if you are at risk
Lung Cancer Screen Adults 50-80. Currently, or in the past, have a 20 pack-year smoking history, for 15 years. Current smoker or one who has quit within last 15 years. Ask your doctor how often you should be screened
Bone Density Measurement Postmenopausal women Ask your doctor if you need this test
HIV Screen Adults 15-65 or if high-risk Once, or more often if you are at risk
Hepatitis C Screen Adults 18-79 Once
Vaccines: COVID-19 Adults Ask your doctor about the vaccine and boosters
Vaccines: Influenza Adults Annually
Vaccines: Pneumonia Adults 65 and older Once. Talk with your doctor if you are high risk for pneumonia
Vaccines: Shingles Adults 50+ 2-dose series
Vaccines: Tetanus Adults Tdap every 10 years
*Check insurance coverage

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Women's Health Services

Gynecology


Maternity


Gynecology


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Detect and treat any health problems and help prevent future ones from developing with your annual well-woman exam.

Maternity


Mother smiling while holding newborn

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


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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


Married Couple Running

Get physical therapy to help address pain, weakness and dysfunction in your pelvic floor muscles.

Bone Health


Heart Care


Bone Health


Woman gets bone density scan

Take steps to prevent bone loss by assessing your bone strength with a DEXA Bone Density Scan.

Heart Care


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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


Woman goes in for screening

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


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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.