OWH Historical Information
From the FDA Office of Women's Health
The FDA Office of Women’s Health was established by Congress in 1994, as part of the Office of the FDA Commissioner.
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OWH history
OWH serves as the principal advisor to the Commissioner and other key Agency officials on scientific, ethical, and policy issues relating to women's health.
![Milestone markers on a road](https://public4.pagefreezer.com:443/content/FDA/15-03-2024T15:32/https://www.fda.gov/files/styles/medium_3/public/milestones1600x900.png?itok=1avOCCUa)
Milestones and key events
Significant accomplishments of FDA and OWH to protect and promote women’s health over the years, including key regulations, guidance, and reports.
![Flowers in a field (image used historically in the OWH Take Time to Care campaign)](https://public4.pagefreezer.com:443/content/FDA/15-03-2024T15:32/https://www.fda.gov/files/styles/medium_3/public/tttc-flowers_1600x900.png?itok=SBzAUZhb)
Take Time to Care program
This OWH outreach initiative has been providing busy women with reliable, easy-to-read health information since 1998.