The Seasons of A Woman's Life:
Spring: Ages 20 to 35

Top health priorities for women ages 20-35:

The years between 20 and 35 are often referred to as the reproductive years because most pregnancies occur in women in this age group.

When planning to become pregnant, get into the best condition possible to help ensure a healthy pregnancy and a healthy baby.

If you are not planning a pregnancy, follow a healthy lifestyle to help you feel better and look better. Good habits avoiding tobacco, eating a nutritious and well-balanced diet, exercising regularly, and obtaining routine medical care can help you avoid chronic, debilitating illnesses as you age.

There are many conditions that require clinical care by a physician or other healthcare professional. Listed in the directory below are some of the conditions that may be of concern for the Spring age group.

If you cannot find the condition in which you are interested, please visit the Women's Health Online Resources page in this Web site for an Internet/World Wide Web address that may contain additional information on that subhead. The top health priorities for the Spring age group are:

Don't smoke,abuse alcohol or other drugs Eat a healthy diet Exercise regularly Practice safe sex Manage the stress in your life Protect your skin from the sun Recognize gynecologic symptoms Examine your breasts every month Have an annual Pap test and pelvic examination Plan and prepare for pregnancy