[Congressional Bills 111th Congress]
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[H. Con. Res. 268 Referred in Senate (RFS)]

111th CONGRESS
  2d Session
H. CON. RES. 268


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                   IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES

                              May 17, 2010

Received and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and 
                                Pensions

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                         CONCURRENT RESOLUTION


 
 Supporting the goals and ideals of National Women's Health Week, and 
                          for other purposes.

Whereas women of all backgrounds should be encouraged to greatly reduce their 
        risk of common diseases through preventative measures, such as engaging 
        in regular physical activity, eating a nutritious diet, and visiting a 
        healthcare provider to receive regular check-ups and preventative 
        screenings;
Whereas significant disparities exist in the prevalence of disease among women 
        of different backgrounds, including women with disabilities, African-
        American women, Asian/Pacific Islander women, Latinas, and American 
        Indian/Alaskan Native women;
Whereas healthy habits should begin at a young age;
Whereas preventative care saves Federal dollars designated for health care;
Whereas it is imperative to educate women and girls about key female health 
        issues;
Whereas it is recognized that offices of women's health within the Department of 
        Health and Human Services, the Food and Drug Administration, the Centers 
        for Disease Control and Prevention, the Health Resources and Services 
        Administration, the National Institutes of Health, and the Agency for 
        Healthcare Research and Quality are vital in providing critical services 
        that support women's health research, education, and other necessary 
        services that benefit women of all ages, races, and ethnicities;
Whereas the annual National Women's Health Week begins on Mother's Day and 
        celebrates the efforts of national and community organizations working 
        with partners and volunteers to improve awareness of key women's health 
        issues; and
Whereas in 2010, the week of May 9 through May 15 is designated National Women's 
        Health Week: Now, therefore, be it
    Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate concurring), 
That Congress--
            (1) supports the goals and ideals of National Women's 
        Health Week; and
            (2) requests that the President of the United States issue 
        a proclamation calling upon the people of the United States and 
        interested groups to observe National Women's Health Week with 
        appropriate ceremonies and activities.

            Passed the House of Representatives May 12, 2010.

            Attest:

                                            LORRAINE C. MILLER,

                                                                 Clerk.