Healthy Women Today Newsletter

Spotlight on Women's Health

Interview with a woman with heart disease

At 47, Lois was diagnosed with heart disease. Although her father died at an early age from heart disease, she never thought she was at risk. Now she teaches women about heart health, the warning signs of heart attacks, and how they can be advocates for their own health.

Read Lois's story

What Women Want to Know

Highlights from the womenshealth.gov call center

We received an e-mail from a woman who was recently hospitalized for Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS), but she couldn't find much information about it. She specifically wanted information on the aftereffects of TSS, statistics, and prevention.

We told her that it is definitely very important for her to talk to her doctor about her concerns. Her doctor will be able to answer any questions and make the appropriate recommendations for treatment. We also gave her links for more information about TSS.

• Menstruation and the Menstrual Cycle
• Toxic Shock Syndrome (from the NIH)
• Toxic Shock Syndrome (from the CDC)
• User Labeling for Menstrual Tampons (from the FDA)
• Toxic Shock Syndrome (from the Mayo Clinic)

Learn more about toxic shock syndrome

National Cancer Prevention Awareness Month

Cancer is one of the most common causes of death in American women. But thanks to improved cancer screening and treatment, you have a better chance of beating cancer than ever before.

Get more information on cancer prevention

Health Observances

• American Heart Month
• National Wear Red Day (February 6)
• National Women's Healthy Heart Campaign (February 6)
• National Donor Day (February 14)
• National Eating Disorders Awareness Week (February 22 – 28)

Keep track of upcoming health observances

We've listened to your feedback, and this year we are proud to announce a brand new program to help you stay active all year long: The WOMAN Activity Tracker!

Sign up today!

Healthy Recipes for a Healthy Life

Planning a romantic dinner this month? Make a delicious dish like Asian pork tenderloin without having to sacrifice the healthy ways you've been eating this year. Try one of these recipes from the Commonwealth of Virginia Wellness Program.

Heart healthy Valentine's Day recipes

Health News Headlines

• Hormone Therapy May Cut Colorectal Cancer Risk
• More Screen Time Linked to Poor Fitness In Girls
• Employer Sponsored Workouts Boost Workers' Health
• Feel Better By Looking Good
• It Pays To Eat Less As You Age

Get more news

National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day

National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (NWGHAAD) is March 10, 2009. The purpose of this annual day is to raise awareness of the increasing impact of HIV/AIDS on women and girls and encourage women and girls to take action. Find or plan an event, issue or view proclamations, and learn more about HIV/AIDS by visiting our web site.

Learn more about NWGHAAD