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At Humboldt General Hospital, we believe you deserve healthcare that addresses your unique needs as a woman.

HGH's experienced women's health team is led by a nationally recognized board-certified obstetrician-gynecologist (OB-GYN) who has served rural communities for many years.

We build ongoing relationships with our patients that are empowering. Our friendly and dedicated staff will give you the personalized care you deserve.

Gynecology care in our women's clinic

We provide a full range of women's healthcare services, including preventive care and family planning services such as:

  • Pap tests.
  • Well-woman exams.
  • Birth control options.

Our team also evaluates and treats conditions including:

  • Abnormal menstrual bleeding.
  • Pelvic pain.
  • Urinary incontinence.

We know that these conditions, which are often related, can disrupt your life. We're here to help.

If your gynecological condition could be helped by surgery, you can count on our extensive surgical expertise.

Find out which tests you should get in each decade of life.
Screening tests can protect women's health. Learn which tests you need.

Reviewed 8/30/2022

Screening tests for women

Find out which tests you should get in each decade of life.

Screening tests can help you find and head off health problems early. Keep reading to find out which tests women should get in each decade of life.

Note: This information is intended as a general guide. Talk to your doctor for details on what types of tests you need and when to get them.

20s—Recommended tests:

  • Blood pressure. At least every 2 years.
  • Beginning at age 25, primary HPV test every 5 years (preferred), HPV test and Pap test every 5 years, or Pap test every 3 years.
  • Chlamydia and gonorrhea. Yearly through age 24, if you're sexually active. Thereafter depending on your risk factors.
  • Cholesterol. Every 4 to 6 years.

30s—Recommended tests:

  • Blood pressure. At least every 2 years.
  • Cervical cancer. Primary HPV test every 5 years (preferred), HPV test and Pap test every 5 years, or Pap test every 3 years.
  • Cholesterol. Every 4 to 6 years.
  • Diabetes. Ask your doctor.

40s—Recommended tests:

  • Blood pressure. At least every 2 years.
  • Breast cancer. Mammogram every year, starting at age 45.
  • Cervical cancer. Primary HPV test every 5 years (preferred), HPV test and Pap test every 5 years, or Pap test every 3 years.
  • Cholesterol. Every 4 to 6 years.
  • Colorectal cancer. Start at age 45. Talk to your doctor about screening options.
  • Diabetes. At least every 3 years, starting at age 45.

50s—Recommended tests:

  • Blood pressure. At least every 2 years.
  • Breast cancer. Mammogram every year until age 55. Mammogram every 2 years starting at age 55.
  • Cervical cancer. Primary HPV test every 5 years (preferred), HPV test and Pap test every 5 years, or Pap test every 3 years.
  • Cholesterol. Every 4 to 6 years.
  • Colorectal cancer. Talk to your doctor about screening options.
  • Diabetes. At least every 3 years.

60s—Recommended tests:

  • Blood pressure. At least every 2 years.
  • Breast cancer. Mammogram every 2 years.
  • Cervical cancer. Women who have been screened regularly and had normal results can stop screening after age 65.
  • Cholesterol. Every 4 to 6 years.
  • Colorectal cancer. Talk to your doctor about screening options.
  • Diabetes. At least every 3 years.
  • Osteoporosis. Start at age 65; thereafter depends on your risk factors.

70+—Recommended tests:

  • Blood pressure. At least every 2 years.
  • Breast cancer. Mammogram every 2 years.
  • Cervical cancer. Only if you had serious cervical precancer in the past 25 years.
  • Cholesterol. Every 4 to 6 years.
  • Colorectal cancer. After age 75, talk to your doctor about screening options.
  • Diabetes. At least every 3 years.
  • Osteoporosis. Depends on your risk factors.

VISIT THE WOMEN'S HEALTH TOPIC CENTER FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT HOW WOMEN CAN STAY HEALTHY.

LEARN MORE

Sources: American Cancer Society; American Heart Association; Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation; National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases; Office on Women's Health

When possible, we use minimally invasive surgery techniques that allow for a quicker recovery. HGH is the only rural hospital in Nevada that offers this advanced, patient-friendly approach to gynecological surgery.

Our procedures include:

  • Treatment of common GYN conditions, such as endometriosis, pelvic pain and uterine fibroids.
  • Minimally invasive hysterectomy.
  • Reconstructive surgery for pelvic prolapse.
  • Treatment of urinary incontinence.

Obstetrics care focused on you

We provide complete high- and low-risk pregnancy care, from prenatal care (including prenatal testing) to birthing services (including vaginal birth after cesarean section) to postpartum care.

Our dedicated, woman-centered approach helps you feel confident in your care—and it's helped HGH achieve the lowest C-section rate and the lowest infant and maternal mortality rates in Nevada.

Learn about our maternity services and birthing suites.

Find out about our childbirth education classes.

How to schedule an appointment with our women's health team

You don't need a referral from your primary care provider to be seen by one of our women's health specialists.

To schedule an appointment, please call 775.625.8516.