III 111th CONGRESS 2d Session H. CON. RES. 268 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES May 17, 2010 Received and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions 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

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. Lorraine C. Miller, Clerk.