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March is Endometriosis Awareness Month
Endometriosis affects 5.5 million women of reproductive age. Unfortunately, many of these cases go undiagnosed, leaving women to live with symptoms such as chronic pelvic pain and strong menstrual cramps. Learn more in our new tool kit. Also available: Fast Facts: Understanding Endometriosis
The Flu: What Women Need to Know
With flu season upon us, you'll need the facts on how to prevent, treat and manage flu symptoms. The latest issue of NWHRC's Women's Health Updates: The Flu: What Women Need to Know will tell you how. Also available: Your 2005-2006 Flu Prevention Guide
Women & Living With Breast Cancer Today
The latest issue of the National Women's Health Report, "Women & Living With Breast Cancer Today, " explains how breast cancer specialists, and women with the disease, view and treat it: as a chronic disease. Read it now and learn important information about breast reconstruction options, lifestyle issues and more.
Healthy From the Heart Brochure Available
A new survey shows that while a majority of women over 35 believe that they know how to prevent coronary artery disease, only slightly more than half feel they understand how to treat the condition. Read Healthy From the Heart to learn about treatment options. Disponible en Español.
Take 10 for You
Too busy to make any New Year's resolutions at the start of the year? It's not too late! Researchers say that it's our own behaviors that are the chief cause of most of our health problems. Discover 10 steps you can take now to improve your health in 2006 and beyond in the current issue of HealthyWomen Take 10. Not yet a subscriber? Click here to get your free subscription now.
Excessive Menstrual Bleeding Tool Kit
Are your periods so heavy it's affecting your personal and professional life? You're not alone. At least one in five women bleed so heavily during their periods they have to put their normal lives on hold. With our new Excessive Menstrual Bleeding tool kit, NWHRC wants you to know that this monthly burden is not something you have to suffer with and there is help available. Also available: Women's Health Updates: Excessive Menstrual Bleeding
Take 10 for GI Health
Suffering from chronic constipation, abdominal pain or discomfort and bloating? You're not alone. Unfortunately, you're probably not discussing these symptoms with your health care provider. NWHRC's new program, Take 10 for GI Health, encourages patients to take the time during medical visits to discuss stomach problems and the impact they have on their lives.
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