National Women's Health Week

Golden Valley Memorial Hospital is joining the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Office on Women's Health in celebrating National Women's Health Week.
National Women's Health Week is a nationwide initiative that calls attention to the importance of women's health. During the week, families, health organizations, businesses, communities, the government and individuals come together to raise awareness about women's health issues and educate women about simple steps they can take for a longer, healthier and happier life. The theme for National Women's Health Week 2008 is "It's Your Time: Get Inspired. Get Healthy."
In honor of Women’s Health Week, join Dr. Ken Holt, OB/GYN on May 14 at 12:00 noon in the GVMH Medical Plaza classroom for his presentation, Treating Urinary Incontinence. During this free program you will learn about the latest techniques for treatment. 
National Women's Health Week is important because it encourages women to make their health a top priority. Often times, women are the caregivers for their families and forget to take care of themselves. GVMH would like to take this opportunity to remind women that they too need to visit the doctor, make sure their screenings are up-to-date and just take a minute to think about their health.

National Women's Health Week kicks off on Mother's Day, May 11, and will be celebrated until May 17, 2008. National Women's Check-up Day—a day where women across the country are urged to visit their doctor—is scheduled for May 12, 2008. For more information about National Women's Health Week, please visit www.womenshealth.gov/whw.