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Healthy Women Today Newsletter - July 2010

Kelly Wickham

Spotlight on Women's Health

Interview with an OB/GYN

Often times we don't get as much time to speak with our doctor during a visit as we might like. We might not get the chance or forget to ask general questions. Our interview with Dr. Polaneczky might help answer some of those questions you have been meaning to raise. She sheds light on the HPV vaccine and abnormal Pap tests, and she offers some general tips on healthy living.

Dr. Polaneczky Read Dr. Polaneczky's interview.
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2010 Woman Challenge

We’d like to offer up a big “congratulations” to all of 2010 Woman Challenge participants. We start wrapping up on July 3, so there are a few days left for everyone to finish. Keep up the good work and we’ll report on all of your successes in the August newsletter.

If you missed out on the 2010 Woman Challenge, you can still join the Woman Activity Tracker to start getting active!

Learn more about the Woman Challenge pledge.
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Do You Have a Breastfeeding Success Story?

Womenshealth.gov is looking for stories about positive breastfeeding experiences for our new breastfeeding guide. Please use our contact form to submit a story about the joys of breastfeeding for consideration. Not all stories that are submitted will be published.

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We’re on Facebook

The Office on Women’s Health (OWH) now has a Facebook page. We post daily updates about different women’s health issues and events and programs sponsored by OWH. Become a fan ("like" us) and spread the word!

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Do Women Still Douche?

About 20 to 40 percent of 15 to 44 year old women douche regularly, but health experts do not recommend douching. Douching is seen the most in teens, African-American women, and Hispanic women. If you douche read our updated fact sheet for more information.

Learn more about douching from our updated fact sheet.

What Women Want to Know

Highlights from the womenshealth.gov information and referral center

This month we heard from a woman who was struggling with her weight and searching for helpful resources. We have a lot of information on weight loss on womenshealth.gov as well as resources from other trustworthy organizations. We suggested she speak with her doctor about her weight concerns and healthy ways to shed pounds.

Learn more about fitness and nutrition.
 
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Healthy Recipes for a Healthy Life

Do you love Chinese food but are looking for ways to make it healthy? The California Department of Public Health has put together a great recipe book with healthy Chinese food recipes. From apple carrot soup to chicken lotus root patties, these recipes will help you find healthy alternatives to old favorites or discover new family favorites.

Find healthy Chinese cuisine from California Department of Public Health (PDF, 4.1 MB).
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We’ve Updated Our Information for Girls and Substance Abuse

Smart girls everywhere are saying no to drugs, alcohol, and smoking. Teach the girls in your life how to say no. We have a new quiz about the gross things that are in a cigarette. This quiz is sure to pique their interest!

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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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Best Bones Forever!™ – National Bone Health Campaign

Could I Have Lupus? – National Lupus Awareness Campaign

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Quick Health Data Online Monthly Spotlight

Every month Quick Health Data Online highlights topics of interest and relevant data available on their website. July's spotlight is on Adolescent Physical Activity and Nutrition.

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Content last updated July 1, 2010.

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