While we may have evolved from the yearly pap-smear, modern health screening remains an important part of maintaining your health. A well-woman visit is a yearly checkup with your doctor to talk about your health and to get preventive screenings.

It's important as a woman to stay on top of your health, to discuss family history, changes in your health, address concerns or questions you may have, and schedule necessary tests, such as screenings for high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and sexually transmitted diseases.