Women must stop putting themselves last

If you’ve ever scheduled your child’s checkup before your own, you’re not alone. Women often shoulder the health responsibilities of the entire household — managing pediatric visits, tracking prescriptions for aging parents, and juggling the needs of those around them. But here’s the catch: when women consistently put themselves last, they usually put their own health on the back burner.

MAKING FOLLOW-UP CARE EASIER

This is especially concerning when it comes to cancer. Breast cancer is a leading cause of cancer in the U.S. and colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths among women 18–50. Early detection can be a powerful tool to save lives. Yet too often, financial stress or time pressures prevent women from completing the full care pathway.

One common gap may happe