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Your Health and the Health of the Planet
-by Sondra Flite
Are activities that help you stay healthy also good for the environment? Sometimes they are. For instance, eating right. We know that if we eat too much animal fat we place ourselves at risk for heart disease. more
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WHF was established as a 501c3 charity June 11, 1992 |
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Greetings!
WHF, the only Non-Governmental Organization that designs and implements demonstration projects for the prevention of heart disease, thanks you for your support. WHF has nationally recognized programs acclaimed worldwide. Together, we're making great strides toward improving women's survival and quality of life. Please read on to see WHF dollars at work and how you can help. |
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National Heart Lung and Blood Institute releases new Health Links for Health Professionals in Assessment and Diagnosis in Women with Heart Disease
On July 19, The National Heart Lung and Blood Institute released a new health information link with education modules for physicians, nurses, student nurses and interns to assist in assessment and a more accurate diagnosis in women with heart disease. A team of national experts from the National Centers of Excellence in Women's Health and the National Community Centers of Excellence in Women's Health of the HHS Office on Women's Health, has developed a set of clinical education materials to use in training programs for medical and nursing students, physician assistants, and other practicing clinicians. Nurses may access the NHLBI links and also free WHF gender care courses online offering continuing education credits by visiting WHF's Health Professionals page. |
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Teen Esteem Health & Fitness
Teen Esteem to Begin its 4th Year at TCHS
September starts a new year at Teen Esteem Health and Fitness at TrentonCentral High School. The all-girl gym-alternative class helps students maintain a healthy body to hopefully prevent heart disease, diabetes and depression later in life. "The girls really seem to enjoy the program. They aren't afraid to exercise when the boys aren't around" says Connie Kelley, lead teacher. WHF coordinates the curriculum with its partners and invites guest lecturers to present on specific topics like date rape, job interview skills, AIDS prevention, teen mental health, and how to locate funds to go to college. More than 400 students have completed the program. Outcome studies are being conducted, in colloration with stakeholders, including UMDNJ Dietetic Internship Program, Rutgers University-Camden and Rutgers Extension Services. |
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The Gender Care Initiative
WHF Introduces New Product Line to Support the Gender Care Initiative and WEAR RED events
In an effort to expand its reach, WHF designed new signs and materials for the National WEAR RED for Women campaign. As a Heart Truth partner, the WHF is dedicated to raising awareness of how heart disease differs in women and is seeking new partners for implementing February 2008 events. Products are featured on our new online store. WHF's award-winning programs have earned national acclaim. We don't just want to just sell products. We want to make sure you have the best event ever! Interested parties are invited to contact us. |
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Research Updates
source: Science Daily Jul17,'07.
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Featured Recipe Book
WHF just release a new recipe book to support a healthy heart and a healthy planet. You can order your copy of Go GREEN Recipe Book for Women by visiting WHF's new online bookstore. | |
WHF applauds The HEART TRUTH for now investing in the clinical aspects that directly affect women's cardiac outcomes, fostering the Gender Care Initiative. Much work remains to be done, especially the establishment of a wellness model - one that is accessible to all women. Now that our government has established a clinical base of support through its Centers of Excellence for Women's Health, a formal partnership with collaboration needs to take place with institutes of higher learning - nursing and medical schools - to begin the work of synthesizing the gender care messages for medical and nursing text books. Only then will the practice of evidence-based gender-specific medicine become standard practice for all. Take Care of Your Heart!
Bonnie Arkus, RN
Executive Director and Founder |
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Sincerely,
Bonnie Arkus, R.N. WHF Executive Director |
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