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Women’s Health Activities

Women’s Health Science

Read selected scientific findings and publications regarding the health of women and girls.

Women's Health Science

Healthy Living

Learn about specific health challenges women and girls face throughout their lifespan.

Healthy Living

Women’s Health Features

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Elevating the Health of Girls, Worldwide

International Day of the Girl is celebrated on October 11 every year. Declared by the United Nations in 2012, the Day focuses on the need to address challenges that girls face and to promote girls’ empowerment and fulfillment of their human rights.

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Seven Facts to Know About Women’s Health

Women face diverse and unique health concerns across the lifespan which may affect their overall health and wellness. Learn how some of these health conditions and life challenges impact the lives of women and girls each year.

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Working Together to Reduce Black Maternal Mortality

Black Maternal Health Week is recognized each year from April 11-17 to bring attention and action in improving Black maternal health. Everyone can play a role in working to prevent pregnancy-related deaths and improving maternal health outcomes.

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Supporting Women with Disabilities to Achieve Optimal Health

An estimated 37.5 million women in the U.S. report having a disability. Learn about the challenges women with disabilities experience and how you can help support disability awareness.

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