The health needs of women evolve over time, requiring personalized care at each stage of life. Get expert advice on the steps you can take to keep your well-being for life.
Watch the video:: Three UC health health health experts offer precious advice and ideas to live a health life, regardless of the age or stage of life. Medicine experts focus on health, nutrition, prevention and integrative (holistic) lifestyle.
DRE Elizabeth Ko, an integrative health expert at UCLA Health, offers health advice by suggesting that we consider life as a book, with chapters representing different stages of life. “At all stages, the four pillars of movement, nutrition, stress management and sleep are the constant thread, the basis of optimal health.”
Take advantage of these expert advice and learn more about the resources provided by UC Medical Plans, to live each stage of your life as much as possible. “You are the author of your story,” said Dr. Ko. “You are the captain of your team. (Your doctor is) your trainer, standing by your side – play by play. ”
Set the foundation
Dr. Vijaya Surampudi, MD, MS, clinical nutritionist and endocrinologist at UCLA Health, underlines the importance of developing healthy habits at the beginning of adulthood by “determining what works for you in your body”. Emphasis on mental health, sleep, nutrition and exercise has additional advantages for parents, supporting their own well-being And the well-being of their families.
“For young adult women, our goal is to create women to ensure that their health allows them to do the things they want to do in their future,” notes Dr. Janet Pregler, MD, director of the UCLA Women’s Health Center. “Scores and planning of lifestyle set the foundations for long-term well-being. Regular monitoring of high blood pressure, diabetes and cholesterol is vital, because these conditions often go unnoticed until life later in life. ”
Each UC medical plan Offers preventive care for it and screening adapted to your age and risk for certain conditions. Refer to the contact details below or on your identity card to make an appointment.
Life and menopause
Dr. Ko notes that healthy habits remain essential during quarantine and menopause. What matters most in the forties is “consistency on intensity. Infuse these habits in your life with the same respect as brushing of teeth or washing your face. ”
The quarantine introduces hormonal changes that affect metabolism, heart health and bone force. “Even women who have no annoying symptoms (menopause) should know that menopause affects their health in a deep way,” said Dr. Pregler. Cancer screening, also covered by UC medical plans, become crucial at this stage, with growing cases of breast and colon cancer in women in their forties.
Access to care for menopause symptoms can be difficult – 86% of ob -gyns exceed the formal formation of menopause1 – Make more important than ever to find the right supplier. Dr. Ko advises: “Be picky on your doctor. You shop for a partner, for a dress, for a gymnasium – why not for your doctor? The strength of this relationship is critical. ”
Check with your medical plan to find suppliers with expertise in the care and treatment of quarantine and menopause. UC Health, which is part of the Network of Suppliers for the PPO Plans of the UC and the UC Blue & Gold HMO, offers health and menopause resources for women in UC health centers:
Employees and families who are not close to a UC health center may have virtual options Available for quarantine problems and the treatment of menopause. For example, Health Midi is a virtual supplier only with expertise in menopause care. UC Care, UC Health Savings Plan and the main members have access to MIDI health suppliers.
Aging with strength and objective
For elderly women, emphasis moves to cognitive health, mobility and independence. Dr. Pregler presents the five m as a framework for aging:
- What MWaiting for bites: Personal objectives should guide health care decisions.
- MInd: Cognitive interventions to promote long -term health health.
- MObility: maintain the physical function for long -term independence.
- MEDICATIONS: Avoid potential medication interactions.
- MUlti-Complexity: A holistic approach to respond to several health problems that often come with aging.
Dr. Ko highlights the importance of social connection. “Harvard’s study for the development of adults shows that the quality of your relationships is directly linked to happiness, health and longevity.” She recommends wondering: How can I feel connected? How can I feel healthy? How can I feel useful?
The UC community offers many connection possibilities – of your Local staff assembly has Travel opportunities for retirees. Learn more about how to get involved as an employee And how Stay engaged as UC or emeritus retiree.
Get help
UC medical plans offer full health resources for women, including cost care at your age and the risk of certain conditions:
FindhelpThe largest network of free or reduced social assistance programs and resources in the United States is available for all members of the UC community. For the resources of your region, go to Findhelp.comEnter your postal code and search for “women’s health”.