National Women's Health Week

National Women’s Health Weekexternal icon begins on Mother’s Day each year. It is a reminder to women to take care of themselves, and to make their health a priority.

Learn steps you can take for better health

To improve your physical and mental health, you can:

• Visit a doctor or nurse for a well-woman visit (checkup) and preventive screenings.
• Get active.
• Eat healthy.
• Pay attention to mental health, including getting enough sleep and managing stress. Learn about depression among women.
• Avoid unhealthy behaviors, such as smoking, texting while driving, and not wearing a a seatbelt or bicycle helmet.