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4 Girls Health
An inviting resource for both girls and parents developed by the Office on
Women’s Health in the Department of Health and Human Services, this site
provides information about adolescent girls’ health concerns and motivates girls
to choose healthy behaviors.
Adios Barbie
Is a site where women of all cultures and sizes can learn about their bodies and
learn to feel proud and comfortable in their natural shapes. Here you will find
social commentary on body image issues.
American College of Sports
Medicine
This organization promotes and integrates scientific research, education, and
practical applications of sports medicine and exercise to maintain and enhance
physical performance, fitness, health and quality of life. This site offers
information on sport, fitness, research and grants.
Association for the
Advancement of Applied Sport Psychology
The AAASP site provides a forum for individuals who are interested in research
and theory development and in the application of psychological principles in
exercise and sport. The site has areas for students and professionals and many
links to other sport psychology sites.
Melpomene Institute
The Melpomene Institute is a nonprofit organization established in 1982. It is
dedicated to educating people about the relationships between women's health and
physical activity. This site offers informaiton on research, resources and
events.
National Breast Cancer
Coalition (NBCC)
Seeks to eradicate breast cancer through action
and advocacy, focusing on research, access to care.
National Breast
Cancer Foundation
provides information and links for women facing breast cancer.
National Alliance of Breast
Cancer Organizations
Is an educational source on breast cancer with extensive information on facts &
stats, support groups and resources.
National Women's Health
Information Center
This site provides information on a broad range of women’s health topics,
including a government educational campaign titled Pick Your Path to Health. The
site encourages health awareness and action among women, and articles are
available in multiple languages.
The Tucker
Center
A University of Minnesota based research center for girls and women in sports.
Particular emphasis on media and women's sports. The Physical Activity and Sport
in the Lives of Girls, PCPFS, 1997 can be downloaded from this site.
Young Women's Christian
Association (YWCA)
Offers a variety of health and fitness services and programs for girls and
women.
Women's Heath Questions
Early signs of pregnancy checklist, diet and nutrition guide, facts about omega
3 oil and calcium supplements, exercise and fitness tips, and more women's
health issues.
Women's Sports Medicine Center
The Women’s Sports Medicine Center is dedicated to preventing injuries,
encouraging optimal performance, returning an athlete to full function in the
event of an injury or illness and promoting a physically active lifestyle among
women. Here you will
find information on physicians, services and research. |