At the launch of National Women's Health Week on May 9, 2010, President Obama noted that "The health of American women and girls is not just a women's issue; all Americans have a vested interest. Women are the foundation of many families, and by encouraging their wellness, we also promote the vitality of our children and our communities. By standing firm in our commitment to improve women's health, we can give our daughters and granddaughters and all Americans a brighter future."
The National Women's Health Information Center is a wonderful resource for women on hundreds of health topics. In addition to having a great website, Facebook and Twitter, you can call the Women's Health Information Center toll free at 1-800-994-WOMAN (1-800-994-9662) or TDD 1-888-220-5446.
Listed below are a series of health information sheets that have been developed and approved by the NC Women's Patient Education Committee. To access the information in Spanish, click on the area highlighted in green next to the sheet you wish to view. The words "en español" will take you directly to the sheet in Spanish. To return to this page, simply click "back".
These topics were developed to help explain several common conditions and procedures performed at the NC Women's Hospital.