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Spotlight on Women's Health

Interview with an HIV/AIDS advocate

Many people don’t realize the impact of HIV on women and girls in the United States. But for Dr. Anne Teitelman, it’s something she thinks about every day. Read about her thoughts on HIV/AIDS today and what she’s doing to help stop this disease.

Read Dr. Teitelman’s story

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

What is Menopause?

Menopause is the time in a woman's life when her period stops and she can no longer become pregnant. It is a normal change in a woman's body. A woman will know she has reached menopause when she has not had a period for 12 months in a row (and there are no other causes, such as pregnancy or illness, for this change). This happens for most women after age 45.

Learn more about menopause

What Callers Want to Know

Highlights from the womenshealth.gov call center

We received an e-mail from a man who wanted to know more about Rh factor during pregnancy. Most pregnant women who are Rh negative need treatment to protect the baby from getting a blood disease that can lead to anemia. Since his wife’s blood type is B positive and his is O negative, he wanted to know if the baby would be at any risk.

We encouraged him to follow up with his wife’s doctor for more information about Rh factor. The doctor will be able to answer any questions and make the appropriate recommendations for treatment. We also gave him links for more information about pregnancy.

Learn more about complications during pregnancy

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1-800-994-9662
TDD: 1-888-220-5446

Trained English and Spanish-speaking information and referral specialists will find and order free health information or provide referrals to organizations to assist you with any health questions.

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Health Observances

Keep track of upcoming health observances

Are you ready? Registration for the 2009 Woman Challenge begins March 15! Sign up now to receive a reminder e-mail.

Healthy Recipes for a Healthy Life

orange juice and a cereal bar Looking for great, healthy recipes to share or cook with your kids? During March, celebrate National School Lunch Week with these bone-building recipes that will help grow strong kids (and parents too).

Powerful recipes!

Health News Headlines

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Do you know someone with HIV?

An Apple a Day?

The theme for National Nutrition Month is "eat right." But sometimes it can be hard to know how to eat right. Learn how many servings of fruit, vegetables, meats, dairy, and fats girls should be eating and how their food choices can affect their health.

Learn more about good nutrition for girls

Growing Great Girls

Get up-to-the-moment articles and links to information on the issues you’re most concerned with as a parent.

Locate Events in Your Area for National Women’s Health Week

The 10th annual National Women's Health Week is May 10 - May 16, 2009. National Women's Health Week is a weeklong health observance that empowers women to make their health a top priority. Find events in your area, register your organization’s healthy activity, and place your order for free materials.

Learn more about National Women's Health Week

The Healthy Woman - New Book Available Now!

The Healthy Woman: A Complete Guide for All Ages is now available online and in bookstores. From the nation's leaders in women's health, the Guide covers a broad range of health topics affecting women of all ages.

Order your copy

Quick Health Data Online Monthly Spotlight

Every month Quick Health Data Online highlights topics of interest and relevant data available on their web site. March's spotlight is American Diabetes Alert Day.

Learn more about American Diabetes Alert Day