These good lifestyle choices become invaluable as women face the changes of menopause and aging. Group Health recommends cholesterol testing for women ages 50-65. Find out more about cholesterol and cholesterol testing . Read about colon cancer screening . Learn why Group Health doctors recommend that you have a stool test every two years, starting at age 50, and a sigmoidoscopy every ten years, starting at age 55.
Women lose bone mass faster when they reach menopause.
Read about the importance of calcium and vitamin D . Group Health offers a variety of classes and support groups , including menopause support groups. See our adult preventive care schedule . Regular exercise is one of the best gifts you can give yourself. Check our resources and information about exercise and nutrition .