Knowledge and News on Women: OWH Blog
From the FDA Office of Women's Health
The KNOWH blog offers updates on a variety of timely women’s health topics. Check out the latest posts, or dig into the archives to find information you can use. Older posts are available in the KNOWH blog archive.
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Commit to a healthier version of you
January 2024 - This new year, learn more about well visits, screening tests, routine blood tests, vaccines, and other preventive measures
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2023 Women's Health Year in Review
December 2023 - We’re recapping some of the work OWH did in 2023 to advance women’s health.
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Understanding pregnancy exposure registries
November 2023 - Are you pregnant and taking medicines? Have you recently received a vaccine? You are not alone.
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Learn more about mammography
October 2023 - Mammograms are an important tool that can help find breast cancer in its early stages.
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Minority Mental Health Awareness Month
July 2023 - Mental illness can affect women of all races and ethnicities. Show your support this month and beyond by learning more about mental health.
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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
May 2023 - PCOS is a common hormonal condition affecting more than 10% of women who may have symptoms of high male hormone levels and irregular cycles.
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