Regular Health Checks

Physical examination

From time-to-time your height, weight, and body mass index (BMI) will be checked during examinations.

Blood pressure check

Women with a history of borderline or high blood pressure should have their blood pressure checked at least every year. Women with diabetes, heart disease, kidney problems, or other related conditions also need to have their blood pressure checked regularly.

Diabetes screening

Women aged 40 or above should get tested for diabetes every 3 years. Women with blood pressure above 135/80 should regularly check their blood sugar for diabetes.

Bone density

A bone density test should be performed in all postmenopausal women with fractures. Depending on their risk factors, women under the age of 65, may need to be screened for osteoporosis.

Colon cancer screening

Women between the ages of 50 and 75 need to be screened for colon cancer. The National Bowel Cancer Screening Program invites Australians aged over 50 to screen for bowel cancer, using a free, simple test at home.

Eye examination

An eye examination is recommended every two years for women older than 45 or with vision abnormalities. You may need to be checked for glaucoma after the age of 45.

Flu vaccinations

A flu vaccine is recommended once a year.