“Even if you feel healthy,
it’s important to have regular health checks.
You might not have any symptoms, or…”.1
Umbrella
What may the Women’s Health 40 – 64 Umbrella include?
Depending on the Source (DotS) this Umbrella may include:
- Women’s Health 41 – 60
- Women’s Health 50+
- Women’s Health 60-Plus
- Women’s Health After 50
- Women’s Health Age 40 – 64
- Women’s Health Ages 40 – 64 Years
Checkups
What health checkups may women require?
In Why Are Health Checks Important? the (Australian) Jean Hailes for Women’s Health elaborate on:
“Even if you feel healthy, it’s important to have regular health checks. You might not have any symptoms, or you may only notice symptoms in later stages of an illness. Health checks can help identify health problems early”.2
In Health Screenings for Women Ages 40 To 64: Information the (United States) MedlinePlus elaborate on:
“Even if you feel fine, you should still see your provider for regular checkups. These visits can help you avoid problems in the future. For example, the only way to find out if you have high blood pressure is to have it checked regularly. High blood sugar and high cholesterol levels also may not have any symptoms in the early stages. A simple blood test can check for these conditions”.3
Checkups
What are health checkups for women aged over 40 years?
In Health Checks At Different Ages: Health Checks for Women Aged 41 To 60 the JH explain:
- “Have a blood pressure test every two years, then every year after you turn 50
- Check your body mass index (BMI) and waist measurement every two years, then every year after you turn 50
- Have a diabetes risk check every three years, and blood sugar test every year if you are at risk
- Have a cholesterol test at least every five years
- Have a cervical screening test every five years, or as advised by your doctor
- Regularly check the look and feel of your breasts
- Have a mammogram every two years
- Have a sexual health check if you are sexually active
- Have a bowel cancer screen every two years from the age of 50
- Have a urine test to assess kidney health every year after the age of 50
- Have a bone density scan if recommended by your doctor
- Ask your doctor which vaccinations or boosters you need”.4
Other Checkups
What other health checkups may women require?
In Health Checks Throughout Your Life the JH elaborate on:

- Have a skin check every year
- Have an eye test every two years, or as needed
- Have a hearing test if you notice any hearing loss
- Have a dental check and clean every year (some dentists recommend every six months)”.5
Health Care Provider
What if I am worried about my periods or menopausal symptoms?
In What Is Menopause? When To See Your Doctor the JH note:
- Irregular periods
- Heavy bleeding
- Bleeding after menopause
- Increased premenstrual syndrome (PMS) symptoms
- Menopausal symptoms, such as hot flushes, that interfere with your daily life”.6
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- Why Are Health Check Important? Last Updated: 25 September 2024 | Last Reviewed: 13 January 2024. Jean Hailes for Women’s Health https://www.jeanhailes.org.au/health-a-z/health-checks/why-are-health-checks-important Accessed: 16 May 2025
- Why Are Health Check Important? Last Updated: 25 September 2024 | Last Reviewed: 13 January 2024. Jean Hailes for Women’s Health https://www.jeanhailes.org.au/health-a-z/health-checks/why-are-health-checks-important Accessed: 16 May 2025
- Health Screenings for Women Ages 40 To 64: Information. Review Date: 21 May 2024. MedlinePlus https://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/007467.htm Accessed: 16 May 2025
- Health Checks At Different Ages: Health Checks for Women Aged 41 To 60. Last Updated: 22 April 2024 | Last Reviewed: 13 January 2024. Jean Hailes for Women’s Health https://www.jeanhailes.org.au/health-a-z/health-checks/health-checks-at-different-ages#health-checks-for-women-aged-41-to-60 Accessed: 16 May 2025
- Health Checks Throughout Your Life. Last Updated: 19 March 2024 | Last Reviewed: 13 January 2024. Jean Hailes for Women’s Health https://www.jeanhailes.org.au/health-a-z/health-checks/health-checks-throughout-your-life Accessed: 16 May 2025
- What Is Menopause? When To See Your Doctor. Last Updated: 13 May 2025 | Last Reviewed: 22 April 2025. Jean Hailes for Women’s Health https://www.jeanhailes.org.au/health-a-z/menopause/about-menopause Accessed: 16 May 2025