Within the framework of Women’s Month, the Pedro Solorzano Polyclinic, together with the Mercedes Serrano Polyclinic and the Municipal Polyclinic, offer a variety of basic health services to women of all ages. With the joint efforts of the Health Bureau, Laura MarchionneSiprosa, etc., these services have a special focus on prevention and women’s well-being.
Likewise, a wide range of health needs can be catered for when appointments are scheduled. Services offered this month include:
1. mammogram:
Mammograms are available starting at age 35. A total of 10 shifts will be activated in the morning and 10 shifts will be activated in the afternoon.
2. breast ultrasound:
This service is available to women of all ages who require a breast evaluation.
3. pulmonary hypertension (Pap smear test):
PAP tests will be conducted from Monday to Friday at the Pedro Solórzano Policlinica in the morning and at the Municipal Policlinica in the afternoon. They are suitable for women aged 25 to 70 years. People who start sexual relations under the age of 29 should get tested annually. From the age of 30, in addition to PAP, HPV testing is also required.
When having a Pap smear, you must meet certain requirements, including not having your period, not having sex in the past 48 hours, not having douched in the past 48 hours, not having a vaginal treatment e.g. Suppositories or creams.
4. Placement and removal of subcutaneous implants:
The service will be held at the city polyclinic on October 3 at 1:30 pm for women aged 13 to 24 years.
5. cardiovascular risk control:
From the age of 40, Pedro Solórzano Policlinica offers cardiovascular risk screening in the morning and afternoon.
6. Immunizations (COVID-19 and Hepatitis B):
Provide information and opportunities for COVID-19 and Hepatitis B immunization to women who meet the appropriate requirements. Pedro Solórzano Policlinica offers this service in the morning and afternoon.