New Year, New You: Why Your Annual Well-Woman Exam is a Top Priority

Have you made some New Year’s resolutions for 2026? To be sure you can accomplish them, make sure you schedule a well-woman exam. Nothing is more important than your health.

The new year is here, and you’re looking ahead, perhaps setting new goals for 2026. Do you have an appointment for your next well-woman exam? If not, put it on your priority list of to do’s now. Without good health, it could be difficult to accomplish your hopes and dreams.

Our board-certified nurse practitioner, Letrice Mason, with Her Down There administers comprehensive well-woman exams that help give you peace of mind and confidence to move full-steam ahead in 2026. If FNP-C Mason does find an anomaly, you’re in good hands as she explains next steps.

Following are 5 good reasons why your annual well-woman exam should be at the top of your priorities this year.

Early identification of adverse health conditions

Wouldn’t it be better to find out early rather than later if you have a budding cluster of cancer cells somewhere in your body? Early treatment yields the best outcomes. While breast cancer and cervical cancer used to be death sentences, now women can live for years when these types of diseases are caught early.

Perhaps you’ve struggled for years with your weight. Being obese or significantly overweight carries real health risks. FNP-C Mason offers a personalized medical weight loss plan that could mean a “new you” in 2026.

Opportunity to discuss your reproductive health

Plans for birth control or pregnancy are central concerns for most women of child-bearing age. Talking to a specialist in reproductive health is your best bet to get accurate information. FNP-C Mason listens to your concerns and reviews the pros and cons of various forms of birth control with you to help you make the best decision for your circumstances.

Opportunity to discuss your sexual health

You can talk in complete confidence with FNP-C Mason about any issues with sexual health or sexual intimacy. You’ll receive compassionate treatment for any sexually transmitted infections and guidance on how to avoid them in the future.

Perhaps you’re in peri-menopause or menopause and over-the-counter remedies haven’t helped your vaginal dryness. If it hurts to have sex, you need answers. FNP-Mason can prescribe medication for this common problem.

If menopause has changed your life, and not for the better because of hot flashes, night sweats, brain fog, insomnia, and other symptoms, FNP-Mason administers hormone testing, reviews your medical history, and talks with you to determine the type of treatment is best for you.

Opportunity to discuss your mental and emotional well-being

Have you been feeling anxious, depressed, or stressed? These are real mental health concerns. FNP-Mason can lead you to the right resources to get help to dial down your distress.

Did you know that 1 in 4 adult women in the US is affected by domestic violence during her life? If you’re in that group, it doesn’t have to be your future. FNP-Mason can guide you to people and resources that can lead you into a better future.

Health monitoring

Annual blood tests provide a wealth of information about your general health. We can spot high blood pressure, high blood sugar, and high cholesterol levels, among other issues. Any of those conditions can lead to heart disease, diabetes, strokes, and other health problems. We follow you at designated intervals to determine whether you need the help of a specialist.

Call or message Her Down There today to schedule your next annual well-woman exam. We have offices in Arlington and Houston, Texas, and offer telemedicine at our Arlington office.