International Women’s Day 2026: International Women’s Day is being celebrated all over the world on 8 March. This day is dedicated to the struggle of women, their achievements and their incomparable contribution to the society. A woman is the pivot of the family. She spends her entire life in balancing between daughter, wife, mother and professional life. While fulfilling these responsibilities, women often ignore their health. Women who become the shield of the entire house, often ignore the initial symptoms of their diseases. In such a situation, the risks to their health increase.
Dr. Sonia Rawat, Director of Preventive Health and Wellness Department, Sir Gangaram Hospital, New Delhi told News18. That women’s body goes through many hormonal changes, due to which they are more at risk of some diseases than men. If any disease is detected in its initial stage, its treatment is easy and effective. To detect diseases, all women must get their health checked once a year. If you do not get time, then get yourself tested on the occasion of Women’s Day.
Get these 5 health tests done on Women’s Day
Pap smear and HPV test: Cervical cancer is a fatal disease in women, which can be avoided by regular checkups. Abnormal changes in cervical cells can be detected years before they develop into cancer through the Pap smear test. Women between 25 to 65 years of age must undergo this test and get tested for HPV every 3 to 5 years. This is a simple process that can save your life.
Digital Mammography: In view of the increasing cases of breast cancer, mammography is an essential test for every woman who has crossed the age of 40. This technology also identifies those small lumps present in the breast, which cannot be felt with hands. If there is a history of cancer in your family, then you should start this test sooner on the advice of your doctor. Early detection can help in getting rid of the disease.
Thyroid Profile: Women suffer from thyroid problems the most. This disorder works like a silent killer in women. Sudden weight gain, hair fall, mood swings and irregular periods are often signs of thyroid imbalance. Through Thyroid Function Test (TFT) you can know whether your thyroid gland is working properly or not. This test is also important for your fertility and mental health.
Dexa Scan: Calcium deficiency and osteoporosis are very common among Indian women. Especially after menopause, estrogen levels fall and due to this the bones start weakening. A DEXA scan measures your bone density and tells you how strong your bones are. By getting this test done in time, hip fractures and chronic back pain that occur in old age can be avoided.
Cardiac Risk Profile and HbA1c: Heart diseases are no longer just an issue of old age. Due to stressful lifestyle and unbalanced diet, the risk of cholesterol and silent heart attack has increased in women. Lipid profile i.e. cholesterol test and HbA1c ensure that your arteries are clean and your blood sugar is under control. These tests are a mirror of your metabolic health.
