Women's Health Week

Prioritize Your Health, Unlock Your Superpowers! [Current Year Theme]

This National Women’s Health Week, the Family Health and Wellness (FHW) Division is calling on every woman to suit up and step into her power.

Our theme: “Prioritize Your Health, Unlock Your Superpowers!” Every woman carries powerful abilities within—strength, resilience, balance, and confidence. But like any true superhero, those powers grow stronger when fueled by care and intention.

Preventive screenings are your armor. Mental wellness is your shield. Heart health is your strength. Movement and nutrition? Your daily dose of energy and endurance. 

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What is National Women’s Health Week?

National Women’s Health Week (NWHW) is an annual observance led by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office on Women’s Health. It begins each year on Mother’s Day and reminds women to make their health a priority and take care of themselves at every stage of life.

When is National Women’s Health Week?

National Women’s Health Week is observed [dates].

Why is Women's Health Important?

Women’s health encompasses various topics, from preventive screenings and reproductive health to mental well-being and chronic disease management. 

Encouraging Women to Focus on Their Health

• National Women's Health Week empowers women with the knowledge and resources to prioritize their health:
• Maternal Health – Ensure access to quality prenatal and postpartum care, recognize warning signs, and support maternal mental health.
• Preventive Care – Stay current with regular check-ups, screenings (mammograms, Pap tests, blood pressure checks),
  and vaccinations.
• Mental Health & Wellness – Prioritize self-care, manage stress, and seek support.
• Heart Health – Maintain a balanced diet, stay active, and monitor risk factors like high blood pressure and
  cholesterol.
• Reproductive Health – Understand contraceptive options, plan for a healthy pregnancy, and access family planning
  services.
• Healthy Aging – Stay active, eat well, and support bone health with calcium and vitamin D.
• Nutrition – Eat well, feel well—explore Tennessee’s nutrition support programs like WIC.
• Personal Safety – Recognize the signs of domestic violence and know where to seek help.