National Women’s Health Week is a nationwide observance that begins on
Mother’s Day. During the week of May 13 through May 19, individuals, families,
communities, and others work to help women learn how to achieve longer,
healthier, and safer lives.
This year’s theme is “It’s Your Time!” and encourages women to take
simple steps to improve their physical and mental health and lower their risks
of certain diseases. Some of these steps include: visiting a health care
professional for regular checkups and preventive screenings; getting active;
eating healthy; paying attention to mental health, including getting enough
sleep and managing stress; and avoiding unhealthy behaviors, such as smoking or
not wearing a seatbelt or bicycle helmet.
