Accelerating women’s health: The power of prevention in Alberta

Building on this year's International Women's Day theme, Accelerate Action, taking charge of our health remains one of the most impactful actions we can take. Women often prioritize the needs of others, but investing in their own preventive health supports longevity, vitality and the ability to thrive at every stage of life. 

Why prevention matters for women

Women’s health needs are unique and evolve throughout life—from reproductive health and pregnancy to menopause and beyond. Despite these distinct needs, many women delay important health screenings or dismiss symptoms that could indicate underlying concerns. Proactive care is crucial. Here’s why: 

• Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death among women worldwide, often presenting with subtler symptoms than in men. 
• Breast cancer continues to affect thousands of women each year, with early detection being crucial to successful treatment. 
• Hormonal imbalances, osteoporosis and mental health concerns can profoundly affect overall wellbeing. 

LifePlus: Your comprehensive health membership

The cornerstone of the LifePlus membership begins with our annual Preventive Health Assessment, offering a comprehensive evaluation that can be tailored to women's unique needs. This assessment includes:

• Physician consultation to explore your family and medical history, address gender and age-specific health concerns and answer unlimited questions
• Healthcare professional-led head to toe physical check up
• Specialized dietary guidance for nutritional needs, including iron-deficiency and bone health
• Customized fitness assessments to enhance muscle strength & endurance, emphasizing women’s health priorities like pelvic floor and core stability 
• Vision and hearing tests, as women are more likely to experience hearing loss due to autoimmune conditions and hormonal changes 
• Comprehensive lab panels for cardiovascular health, bone density and hormonal balance
• Body composition scan for detailed measurements of fat and muscle mass to help track your health progress and identify potential health risks

Your access to a dedicated multidisciplinary team means that minor issues can be addressed and monitored on an ongoing basis, giving you the preventive care you need.

We recognize that women's cardiovascular health requires special attention. Our ECG testing helps detect heart irregularities that may present differently in women than in men. Additionally, our lung function tests address respiratory conditions like asthma and COPD, which often affect women differently.

Each assessment concludes with a personalized report summarizing your results and identifying any risk factors, empowering you to make informed decisions about your future health.

Year-round care with LifePlus

Health doesn’t stop at an annual check-up. TELUS Health’s LifePlus program provides continuous care and personalized support through a dedicated care team including registered nurses, registered dietitians and kinesiologists, to be sure the action you take today continues going forward. This holistic approach includes ongoing health monitoring and support, and wellness services like kinesiology, registered dietitians, counselling* and more, helping you to achieve your health goals.  

*Note: The LifePlus program is comprehensive uninsured preventive care, separate from  and complementary to publicly funded healthcare. Services and assessments may vary based on individual health factors, provincial regulations and location availability; additional fees may apply for certain services.