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Women's Health

national women's health week, May 12-18, 2013

Women’s Health in the United States and Implications for the Affordable Care Act webcast, Friday, May 17, 2 pm ET

Presidential Proclamation -- National Women's Health Week, 2013 (05/10/2013)

HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius on National Women’s Health Week press release (05/10/2013)

Women and the Affordable Care Act fact sheet at HealthCare.gov

Women's Health Week Infographic (PDF - 310 KB) to see how the health care law improves women's health and share  on Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest, from the HHS Office on Women's Health

In 2010, females represented 50.8 percent of the 308 million people residing in the United States. The growing diversity of the U.S. population is reflected in the racial and ethnic distribution of women across age groups and underscores the importance of examining and addressing racial and ethnic disparities in the social determinants of health, health status, and the use of health care services.

Many conditions and health risks that women face, including diabetes, high blood pressure, overweight and obesity, asthma, HIV/AIDS, and sexually transmitted infections can be closely linked to education, income, and specifc geographical areas.  Women veterans are another population group that may face unique health problems due to possible exposure to combat-related stress and trauma.

Despite these barriers, HRSA is committed to improving the health, safety and well-being of all women across their lifespan, and continues to focus on expanding access to primary and preventive care through its programs and the Affordable Care Act. With continued empowerment and access to care, women can make informed decisions about their own health care and the health of their families.

Source: Women’s Health USA 2012