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Dr. Ann Vale
Ann Vale, MD, is an expert in women’s health and obstetrics and gynecology at Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) in Allentown , Pa.
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Women’s Health Through the Decades
Advice about screenings and health tips for every stage of life
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In your 50s, if you haven’t already, begin getting an annual mammogram. If you smoke or used to, ask about lung cancer screening. On average, women in the U.S. enter menopause at age 52. Low hormone levels mean a greater risk for heart disease and weak bones. Stay active and eat well – including foods rich in calcium and vitamin D
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You should also talk with them about your breast cancer risk. Mammograms are an important screening for breast cancer, and can begin at age 40.
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In your 40s, your periods may become less regular, a sign of perimenopause. Your doctor can help manage symptoms like hot flashes and trouble sleeping.
