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Women should have regular medical check-ups. These are particularly important if you have a family history of disease. Do you have regular check-ups? Are you putting your health at risk by not looking after yourself regularly? Test your risk with this quick quiz.

1. How old are you?
A. Aged 18 or less
B. Between 19 and 44 years
C. Over 45 years

2. Does a serious health condition, like diabetes, run in your family?
A. Yes, a distant relative has had a serious health problem
B. No, we’re all very fit and healthy
C. Yes, a close relative, such as a parent or a sibling, has had a serious health problem

3. Are you overweight, a smoker or a heavy drinker?
A. Yes to one of the above
B. Yes to two or three of the above
C. No to all three

4. How often do you perform weight-bearing exercise?
A. On most days of the week
B. Up to three times a week
C. Hardly at all or never

5. Would you have regular antenatal testing if you were pregnant
A. Maybe, if I had a high-risk pregnancy, such as if I was older or had a pre-existing health condition
B. Definitely
C. No, antenatal tests are usually a waste of time because nature will take its course regardless

6. When was the last time you had a Pap test.
A. Within the past two years
B. Within the past few years
C. Many years ago or never

7. Are you ‘breast aware’? For example, do you take notice of your breasts and watch for changes? Would you visit your doctor if concerned about breast changes? Do you have regular mammograms if aged over 50 years or at increased risk of breast cancer?
A. Yes, I consider myself vigilant about my breast
B. Usually, although I could take more of an interest in my breast health
C. No, for whatever reason – for example, I’m too busy or I’d rather not know

8. When was the last time you had a general medical check-up
A. Within the past 12 months
B. Within the past few years
C. Many years ago or never

Your score is:

Score 8 to 12:
Congratulations, it appears that you take responsibility for your health. Keep up the good work and continue having regular medical check-ups.

Score 13 to 18:
Some of your choices may be putting you at increased risk of health problems. An annual medical check-up is important. Consult with your doctor for information and advice.

Score 19 to 24:
Many of your choices are putting your health at risk. It is important that you make an appointment with your doctor to have a check-up and discuss the many different ways you can improve your lifestyle and wellbeing. You might also be interested in:
Breast awareness.
Osteoporosis.
Pre-eclampsia.

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Last updated: October 2009

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