Healthy Women Today Newsletter - February 2010

Spotlight on Women's Health

Interview with a heart disease survivor

In May 2008, shortly after turning 58, Carolyn Thomas suddenly became a member of a club that nobody ever wants to join by suffering a heart attack. Read her interview to learn how she turned her life around and what she's doing now to stay healthy.

Read Carolyn's story.

Tools for Teaching

If you're part of a women's group and you're interested in teaching your group about women's health, our Event Kit is the perfect tool for you. It includes talking points and access to materials to help make your event, workshop, or luncheon successful. After downloading the Event Kit, contact our information and referral center at 800-994-9662 to order FREE materials for your event.

Download our Event Kit. (PDF, 1.8 MB)

Get your heart pumping with the help of the Woman Activity Tracker, our year-long physical activity program. Make physical activity a priority and stay on track with your goals throughout the year.

Learn more about the Woman Activity Tracker.

Women and Heart Disease

The facts are clear that heart disease is a threat to women. Women of all ages should be concerned about heart disease and all women should take steps to prevent it. Learn how to make sure your heart is in the best shape it can be.

Learn the facts about heart disease.

Do you know your blood pressure numbers?

Keep Teens Safe On The Road

Young people believe they are invincible. Unfortunately, that attitude can carry over into their driving. Traffic crashes are the leading cause of teen fatalities, accounting for 38 percent of all teen deaths in the United States. It is crucial that we teach teens about safe driving.

Learn about teens and safe driving.

Growing Great Girls Newsletter

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2010 Calendars Still Available! Order Yours Today.
Available in English & Spanish

Order your copy of the 2010 women's health calendar. This FREE calendar offers information about common health problems and important symptoms to watch out for. You'll also find charts that describe the screenings and immunizations you need, tips on how to get a second opinion and how to read a drug label, and more — all in a handy, portable calendar you can keep with you year round. The calendar is now also available in Spanish!

Use our easy online form or call us at 800-994-9662. Only single copies are available per customer.

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

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Featured Programs

Best Bones Forever!™ – National Bone Health Campaign

Could I Have Lupus? – National Lupus Awareness Campaign

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