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   MedlinePlus®: Women's Health (General)
  The latest news, statistics, research, tips on nutrition and wellness and access to the latest articles in the Harvard Women's Health Watch are all provided at this site from MedlinePlus®.
 
   Menopausal Hormone Therapy Information
  Sponsored by the National Institutes of Health, this web site includes current information from the Women's Health Initiative and other resources on the use of hormone therapy.
 

State & Local Resources
 
   Magee-Womens Hospital of University of Pittsburgh Medial Center
  This site has a resource and referral service, lists their research, mission and philosophy with links to their programs as a National Center of Excellence in Women's Health.
 
   National Maternal and Child Health Clearinghouse
  From the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration, this program aims to promote and improve the health of mothers and children. Contact information for NMCHC Pennsylvania State Resources listed.
 
   Pennsylvania Department of Health: Women, Infants and Children(WIC)
  The federally funded Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program is offered through the Pennsylvania Department of Health. This site give information on nutrition education and other important topics. Their toll free number is 1-800-WIC-WINS.
 
   Planned Parenthood of Western Pennsylvania/Health Services
  Comprehensive, confidential medical services are offered to women regardless of age or income. Birth control, vasectomy, pap smears and HIV/AIDS testing and counseling are some of the services offered.
 
National Resources
 
   Healthfinder.gov: Just For You - Women
  A vast collection of recommended sites coordinated by the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
 
   MayoClinic.com Women's Health Center
  A Hormone Replacement Therapy decision guide, an 'ask a specialist' feature,and a core collection of topics especially for women are available on this site.
 
   MerckSource Women's Health Center
  Offers information on women's diseases and conditions and tools to assess your health.
 
   NOAH: New York Oline Access to Health - Women's Health
  Health basics, anatomy, glossaries and women's specific health issues are covered.
 
   National Women's Health Information Center: Minority Women's Health
  
 
   WomensHealth.gov
  The National Women's Health Information Center from the Office on Women's Health, The U.S.Department of Health and Human Services. A toll-free call center will find and order free health information or provide referrals to appropriate organizations.
 

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