Books

Boston Women’s Health Book Collective. Our Bodies, Ourselves: A New Edition for a New Era. NY: Simon & Schuster, 2005. 613.04244093 2005
Chapters on self care, relationships and sexuality, reproductive choices, childbearing, growing older, unique medical problems and procedures. Thorough explanations to assist in making health decisions.

Carlson, Karen J. The New Harvard Guide to Women's Health. Cambridge, MA: Harvard University Press, 2004. 616.0082 C284h 2004
From Harvard Medical School specialists, a comprehensive reference to all aspects of women's health. Alphabetically arranged, each article gives detailed information and suggests related entries. Sources for further information are included.

Curtis, Glade B. Your Pregnancy Week by Week. Cambridge, MA: DaCapo Press, 2004. 612.647 C978y 2004
This fifth edition classic covers all the changes, fetus development, and information throughout pregnancy. Detailed and well-illustrated, with after-pregnancy information included.

Dahm, Diane. Mayo Clinic Fitness for Everybody. Rochester, MN: Mayo Clinic Health Information, 2005. 613.7 M473
Covers reasons for fitness, anatomy, types of exercise and training, creating an exercise program, using the right equipment, exercise guides, nutrition, medical conditions, training for your sport, and case studies.

Grobstein, Ruth H. The Breast Cancer Book: What You Need to Know to Make Informed Decisions. New Haven: Yale University Press, 2005. 616.99449 G873b

Chapters on breast cancer detection, biopsies, pathology, treatment and second opinions, surgery, radiation therapy, and systemic therapy are followed by a list of further resources.

Hartmann, Lynn C. Mayo Clinic: Guide to Women’s Cancers. Rochester: Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 2005. 616.99440082 M473
Provides a comprehensive, in-depth reference for the lay reader who needs current information about breast and gynecological cancers. Includes detailed, practical advice on daily coping and managing .

Minkin, Mary Jane. The Yale Guide to Women’s Reproductive Health: From Menarche to Menopause. New Haven: Yale University Press, 2003. 618.1 M665y
This illustrated guide covers all aspects of women's gynecological issues: reproductive system, gynecologists, menstruation, PMS, contraceptive choices, STDs, pregnancy, fertility, etc. Glossary and further resources are included.

Sparrowe, Linda. Yoga for Healthy Bones: A Woman's Guide. Boston, Shambhala Publications, 2004. 613.7046 S737y
With clear photographs of various poses, their health benefits, detailed descriptions, and information on bone health.

Taylor, Anne L. The African American Woman’s Guide to a Healthy Heart. Roscoe, IL: Hilton Publishing Company, 2004. 616.1205 A258
Describes normal and abnormal circulatory health, including heart attack, stroke, heart failure, hypertension, and diabetes mellitus. Includes check lists and further resources.

Magazine Articles via Ebsco Host

Drapkin, Jennifer “An Ounce of Prevention.” Psychology Today. Oct. 2005:23. MasterFile Premier. EbscoHost. Ferguson Lib. Stamford. 13 Sept. 2005.
The risk of breast cancer is cut by moderate exercise and a low-fat, high-fiber, Mediterranean-type diet.

Kraus, William E. “Where Does Fitness Fit In?” New England Journal of Medicine. 4 Aug. 2005. MasterFile Premier. EbscoHost. Ferguson Lib. Stamford. 15 Sept. 2005.
Considers exercise testing as a valuable tool in maintaining women’s cardiorespiratory fitness.

Petitti, Diana B. “Some Surprises, Some Answers, and More Questions about Hormone Therapy: Further Findings from the Women’s Health Initiative.” JAMA: Journal of the American Medical Association. 13 July 2005: 245-246. MasterFile Premier. EbscoHost. Ferguson Lib., Stamford. 9 Sept. 2005.
Some symptoms reported in the Women’s Health Initiative may be a consequence of simple aging effects. A tapering off of hormone therapy might alleviate some adverse symptoms.

Rosen, Clifford J. “Postmenopausal Osteoporosis.” New England Journal of Medicine. 11 Aug. 2005: 595-601. MasterFile Premier. EbscoHost. Ferguson Lib., Stamford. 15 Sept. 2005.
Evaluates medications and supplements for the prevention and treatment of postmenopausal osteoporosis.

Internet Sources

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. 15 Sept. 2005.
Provides detailed, current information on women's health topics.

Minority Women’s Health. 15 Sept. 2005.
Considers the health problems specific to nearly 30 percent of American women who are minorities: African American, American Indian, Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Hispanic or Latina.

National Women’s Health Information Center. 15 Sept. 2005.
This service of the Office on Women's Health in the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services provides free information on over 800 health topics. Also, health publications, statistics, and news on women’s health.