If you’re like most women, your to-do list is pretty long. You might be managing multiple responsibilities, including working, taking care of the household, caring for your kids, and maybe even caring for your parents. Don’t let your health take a backseat to everything else.
It’s common for women to skip out on checkups and other important health services. While there are many reasons for that, women often put the needs of others ahead of their own. In fact, a 2026 report about women’s health found that 81% of women surveyed regularly prioritize loved ones’ needs over their own health.
That’s a byproduct of a society that generally places women in a caregiving role, but it can have dangerous effects on women’s health. Think about the message given on an airplane: If an emergency occurs and oxygen masks are needed, put your own mask on before helping others.
“That same principle applies to your health and wellness,” said Brontë E. Naples, DNP, APRN, FNC-P, Nurse Practitioner at Cempa Community Care. “If you don’t take care of yourself first, you may end up unable to care for others.”
While that’s a fact, we know that trying to fit health appointments into an already chaotic schedule can be a challenge — and finding affordable health care in the first place is also difficult.
“That’s where Cempa can help,” Naples said. “We offer comprehensive services to help women access care for all their health needs.”
Shining a Light on Cempa’s Services
While the insurance industry may not think your teeth and your eyes are in the same category as the rest of your health, every aspect of your health impacts other parts of your health.
Your body’s all interconnected — if you develop gum disease, for example, it can lead to heart disease. Additionally, mental health issues often occur alongside physical health issues.
That’s why we offer services for every part of a woman’s health, including:
- Primary Care. Your primary care provider (PCP) plays a key role in keeping you healthy. Regular checkups give your PCP a chance to help you identify ways your health needs to improve and offer solutions to achieve those goals. At these appointments, your PCP can also connect you with other services, such as infectious disease testing, dental care, or age-appropriate health screenings.
- Infectious Disease Services. At Cempa, you can also access care for infectious diseases, such as HIV and hepatitis. This includes testing for sexually transmitted diseases, resources for prevention, and treatment services.
- Dental Services. When your teeth and gums are in bad shape, it can lead to serious complications in other parts of your body, such as your heart. At Cempa, you can access a full spectrum of dental services, including cleanings, routine X-rays, fillings, partials and dentures, and minor oral surgery.
- Pharmacy Services. If you need medications to manage a health condition, you can get those prescriptions at Cempa’s full-service, on-site pharmacy. Through our pharmacy, you can get prescriptions filled, talk with a pharmacist about the medications you take and any questions you have, and have medications delivered.
- Behavioral Health. Many mental health issues are more common in women, making behavioral health services an important part of overall women’s health. At Cempa, you can access care for mental health and substance use disorders, including both individual counseling and group therapy when needed.
“No matter your health need, we’re here for you,” Naples said. “Let Cempa help you care for your health and wellness so that you can tackle the rest of your responsibilities.”
At Cempa, we care for the whole person. Learn more about the services we provide, including our hours of operation and contact information, or schedule an appointment here.
