Each year, around mid-May, we all start thinking about that special something that we’ll get for mom for Mother’s Day. The 10th Annual National Women’s Health Week, which is sponsored by the U.S. Department Health and Human Services, begins on Mother’s Day, Sunday May 10 and continues through May 16. Take this time to remind the special women close to you to take steps to improve their physical and mental health as well as educate them as to how they can lower their risks for certain diseases. This week is meant to empower women to make their health a top priority and take simple steps to live better physical and emotional life.
The main health issues that affect women are heart disease, stroke, diabetes, osteoporosis, breast cancer, ovarian cancer, melanoma, autoimmune diseases such as lupus and multiple sclerosis, psychological problems and anxiety related disorders. Through healthy lifestyle choices, preventative and prescreening initiatives and regular check-ups with a physician, many of these health concerns can be overcome or prevented.
Women tend to be more active in their health and lifestyle choices than men do,“ said healthcare expert Dr. John J. Connolly, President and CEO of Castle Connolly Medical Ltd. and former president of New York Medical College. “So this is a great time to remind women to establish a rapport with their physician and build a relationship that will take them into old age. That’s how Castle Connolly’s Guides to finding top doctors are able to educate and assist consumers in making intelligent, informed healthcare choices,” says Dr. Connolly. “
America’s Top Doctors® lists over nearly 400 physicians who specialize in women’s health issues nationwide. It is available at all major bookstores, online at http://www.castleconnolly.com/ or via the toll-free number 1.800.399.3627.
For further information contact:
Nicki Hughes, Public Relations Coordinator
212.367.8400, ext. 38; nhughes@castleconnolly.com
