Annotation: Presented in four parts, this book discusses women's health issues over the full life cycle. Part one includes an introduction into the study of women's health including developmental issues over the lifespan, mental health, and occupational health. Part two focuses on lifestyle and social health, including nutrition, weight, exercise and fitness, substance abuse, violence, abuse, and sexual harassment. The third part discusses personal and sexual health, including contraception and abortion, pregnancy and childbirth, and reproductive tract infections. Finally, part four covers lifespan dimensions such as menopause and hormone replacement therapy, cardiovascular disease, and other chronic conditions. References and a glossary are included.

Contact: Jones and Bartlett Learning, 40 Tall Pine Drive, Sudbury, MA 01776, Telephone: (800) 832-0034 Secondary Telephone: (978) 443-5000 Fax: (978)443-8000 E-mail: info@jbpub.com Web Site: http://www.jblearning.com $56.95. Document Number: ISBN 0-7637-0552-7.

Keywords: Life cycle, Women's health

Annotation: This fact sheet describes a study conducted to examine the association between food insufficiency and overweight by adult women. The authors of the study used data from the 1988-94 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES III) and also examined women's overall diet quality as gauged by the Healthy Eating Index and its components. The fact sheet concludes with references.

Contact: U.S. Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion, U.S. Department of Agriculture, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 1034, Alexandria, VA 22302-1594, Telephone: (703) 305-7600 Fax: (703) 305-3300 E-mail: infocnpp@cnpp.usda.gov Web Site: http://www.cnpp.usda.gov Available at no charge; also available at no charge from the Web site.

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Keywords: Data analysis, Diet, Food habits, Food supply, Obesity, Women's health

Annotation: This illustrated book gives an explanation of some common health issues women age 40 and younger can experience. The information is presented in an easy to read format. Subjects covered include: anatomy; pap smears and cervical cancer; abnormal periods; painful periods; vaginal infections; sexually transmitted diseases; birth control; breast cancer; staying healthy; and exercise. There is place to record questions to take to a doctor. A bibliography is included.

Contact: Betterway Books, 1507 Dana Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45207-1005, $6.99. Document Number: ISBN 1-55870-554-6.

Keywords: Breast cancer, Consumer education materials, Contraception, Health promotion, Menstruation, Nutrition, Physical activity, Reproductive health, Sexually transmitted diseases, Women's health

Annotation: This book focuses on explaining to the general public about risk factors, treatment, and prevention for breast cancer, osteoporosis, and heart disease. Topics covered in these chapters include cholesterol types and levels, diabetes, hypertension, stress, and obesity. A bibliography concludes the book.

Contact: Betterway Books, 1507 Dana Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45207-1005, $6.90. Document Number: ISBN 1-55870-555-4.

Keywords: Breast cancer, Consumer education materials, Exercise, Heart diseases, Menopause, Middle age, Osteoporosis, Women's health

Annotation: This book for consumers discusses young women's perspectives on entering adulthood. Topics include deciding on and starting a career; relationships and sexual behavior; changing body images and health, nutrition, and exercise; family issues and social groups; and personal financial planning. The writing style includes frequent use of humor.

Keywords: Life cycle, Sexual behavior, Women's health, Young adults

Annotation: This handbook contains information for administrators, trainers, consumers, and health professionals on the My Bright Futures Physical Activity and Eating Guides and other materials related to the Health Resources and Services Administration's Bright Futures for Women's Health and Wellness Initiative (BFWHW). The handbook also contains information on how to train health professionals to implement the guides in clinical settings, using a PowerPoint presentation. In addition, the handbook discusses using BFWHW materials (and provides a recommended protocol for doing so) and offers tips for setting up and implementing training sessons.

Contact: U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration, Parklawn Building, 5600 Fishers Lane, Rockville, MD 20857, Telephone: (888) 275-4772 Secondary Telephone: (301) 443-2021 Fax: (301) 443-1246 E-mail: ask@hrsa.gov Web Site: http://www.hrsa.gov Available at no charge from the Web site.

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Keywords: Bright Futures, Consumer education materials, Initiatives, Manuals, Nutrition, Physical activity, Training, Women's health

Annotation: This tool kit is geared toward women who want to improve the health of their communities by helping people become more physically active and eat healthier foods. The tool kit is divided into the following sections: (1) where to start, (2) what to do, (3) who can help, (4) when to do it, (5) how to do it, (6) how to get the word out, (7) how did it go, (8) what to use, (9) where to go for more help, and (10) what is your story. The sections include checklists and sample letters, timelines, fliers, posters, news releases, and public service announcements, as well as many tips and suggestions for planning a successful program.

Contact: HRSA Information Center, P.O. Box 2910, Merrifield, VA 22116, Telephone: (888) 275-4772 Secondary Telephone: (877) 489-4772 Fax: (703) 821-2098 E-mail: ask@hrsa.gov Web Site: http://www.ask.hrsa.gov Available at no charge from the Web site. Document Number: HRSA Info. Ctr. MCH00164.

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Keywords: Communities, Community programs, Consumer education materials, Health, Nutrition, Physical activity, Women

Annotation: This book is a compilation of articles from the New York Times that analyze the major health issues facing women. The book is divided into 13 sections that cover the following subjects: (1) nutrition; (2) exercise; (3) women and weight; (4) emotional health; (5) violence; (6) sexuality; (7) pregnancy, childbirth, and matters of the womb; (8) the teenage years: raising healthy daughters; (9) menopause and aging; (10) breast cancer; (11) heart disease; (12) image and self-image; and (13) herbs, supplements, and alternative medicine. Each article shows the name of the reporter wrote the article and the date it was published.

Contact: Lebhar-Friedman Books, 425 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10022, Web Site: http://www.lfbooks.com/ $29.95. Document Number: ISBN 0-86730-806-0.

Keywords: Aging, Alternative medicine, Breast cancer, Childbirth, Menopause, Nutrition, Physical activity, Pregnancy, Violence prevention, Women's health

Annotation: This is a summary of a paper written to highlight policy and program areas needing to be addressed to ensure the continuous improvement of health care and services related to perinatal and women's health over the coming decade. This paper discusses predictors and consequences of nutritional status and needs of women, interventions, policy and practice issues, and research needs. [Funded in part by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

Contact: HRSA Information Center, P.O. Box 2910, Merrifield, VA 22116, Telephone: (888) 275-4772 Secondary Telephone: (877) 489-4772 Fax: (703) 821-2098 E-mail: ask@hrsa.gov Web Site: http://www.ask.hrsa.gov Available at no charge. Document Number: HRSA Info. Ctr. MCHK154 (this item), MCHL019 (set of 13 items in the series).

Keywords: Intervention, Nutritional status, Policy development, Program development, Reproductive health, Women's health

Annotation: This is a summary of a paper written to highlight policy and program areas needing to be addressed to ensure the continuous improvement of health care and services related to perinatal and women's health over the coming decade. This paper discusses health-related benefits and concerns associated with physical activity in women, physical activity during pregnancy and lactation, interventions to enhance the physical activity behavior of women, policy and practice issues, and research needs. [Funded in part by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

Contact: HRSA Information Center, P.O. Box 2910, Merrifield, VA 22116, Telephone: (888) 275-4772 Secondary Telephone: (877) 489-4772 Fax: (703) 821-2098 E-mail: ask@hrsa.gov Web Site: http://www.ask.hrsa.gov Available at no charge. Document Number: HRSA Info. Ctr. MCHK155 (this item), MCHL019 (set of 13 items in the series).

Keywords: Intervention, Lactation, Physical activity, Policy development, Pregnancy, Program development, Women's health

Annotation: This book for health care practitioners reviews all important aspects of coronary artery disease, with an emphasis on gender differences, age, and race. It contains five parts: the introduction, prevention, diagnosis, management, and conclusion. The section on prevention discusses smoking; diabetes and insulin resistance; the history and pharmacologic management of lipids/cholesterol; nutrition; hypertension; obesity; exercise as prevention; aspirin, antioxidants, and alcohol; and issues in hormone replacement therapy. The diagnosis section provides information on the differential diagnosis of chest pain, noninvasive testing techniques, and influence of gender in coronary angiography. Topics in the the section on management include angina pectoris, acute coronary syndromes, bypass grafting risks, angioplasty, congestive heart failure, psychosocial issues, and pharmacologic secondary prevention. The concluding section discusses future trends in treatment and research. Each chapter contains a summary and list of references. Numerous charts and graphs present statistical information. The book concludes with an index.

Contact: American College of Physicians-American Society of Internal Medicine, 190 North Independence Mall West, Philadelphia, PA 19106-1572, Telephone: (215) 351-2400 Secondary Telephone: (800) 523-1546 Fax: (215) 351-2799 E-mail: interpub@mail.acponline.org Web Site: http://www.acponline.org $43 for nonmembers, $32 for members; plus shipping and handling. Document Number: ISBN 0-943126-68-1.

Keywords: Age factors, Body weight, Cardiovascular diseases, Cholesterol, Coronary care, Diabetes mellitus, Diagnosis, Ethnic factors, Exercise, Hormone replacement therapy, Hypertension, Lipids, Nutrition, Obesity, Obesity, Prevention, Racial factors, Risk factors, Sex characteristics, Smoking, Therapeutics, Trends, Women's health

Annotation: This book contains 22 papers originally published for the President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports (PCPFS) Physical Activity and Fitness Research Digest. The papers are grouped into six sections. The first section is on physical activity antecedents and includes chapters on readiness for physical activity, hereditary and health related fitness, personalizing physical activity prescriptions, influences on physical activity on all age groups, and physical activity and intrinsic motivation. The second section deals with general health benefits of physical activity and includes a chapter on that topic as well as a chapter commenting on the Surgeon General's Report on Physical Activity and Health and a chapter about physical activity and women's health. Sections III is about physical activity and the reduction of risk of chronic health problems. It has separate chapters about physical activity and the following conditions or diseases: coronary heart disease, cancer, prevention of Type II diabetes, and healthy low back function. Section IV is about economic and mental health benefits of physical activity. Chapter topics are resistance training for health; exercise, obesity, and weight control; the influence of exercise on mental health; and economic benefits of physical activity. Section V deals with physical activity and children and includes chapters about appropriate physical activity levels for youth, health benefits of physical activity in childhood and adolescence, youth sports in America, and psychophysiological contributions of physical activity and sports for girls. Section VI is about physical activity and ergogenic aids, including nutritional ergogenics and sports performance.

Contact: Holcomb Hathaway Publishers, 6207 North Cattle Track Road, Suite 5, Scottsdale, AZ 85250, Telephone: (602) 991-7881 Fax: (602) 991-4770 E-mail: sales@hh-pub.com Web Site: http://www.hh-pub.com $26.95 plus shipping. Document Number: ISBN 1-89-0871-08-7.

Keywords: Adolescents, Back pain, Cancer, Children, Economic factors, Exercise, Heart diseases, Hereditary diseases, Individual characteristics, Mental health, Motivation, Nutrition assessment, Obesity, Osteoporosis, Physical activity, Physical fitness, Psychophysiology, Sports, Supplements, Weight management, Women's health, Youth

Annotation: This summary report presents the findings of the 2001 Arizona Women's Health Survey (AWHS) for the purpose of furthering the state's ability to plan and develop initiatives that will positively impact women's health. Topics include the survey methodology; need-based utilization of services; health care access; health care information sources; patient health history; physical activity and exercise; mental outlook and emotional support; nutrition and eating habits; and physical and sociodemographic characteristics. Two additional sections discuss issues and concerns and references. The appendices present a demographic profile of AWHS respondents; respondents by county; and a copy of the survey form. Extensive statistical data are presented in table, chart, and graph formats throughout the report.

Contact: Arizona Department of Health Services, Bureau of Women's and Children's Health, 150 N. 18th Ave., Suite 320, Phoenix, AZ 85007, Telephone: (602) 364-1400 Fax: (602) 364- 1495 E-mail: sjolans@azdhs.gov Web Site: http://www.azdhs.gov/phs/owch/index.htm Contact for cost information.

Keywords: Access to health care, Arizona, Health statistics, Health surveys, Nutrition, Physical fitness, State programs, Women's health

Annotation: This book is based on the manuscripts prepared for, and a synthesis of the discussions held at, the workshop on Women's Health in Sports and Exercise, organized by the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS) and the Office of Research on Women's Health (ORWH) of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and by the publisher. The goal in each of the six sections is to establish the current research and identify issues and questions for future research. Topics include the epidemiology of musculoskeletal injuries and fitness, specific injury locations, sports-specific injuries, general health, and psychological and psychosocial health issues. An index is provided.

Contact: American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, 6300 North River Road, Rosemont, IL 60018-4262, Telephone: (847) 823-7186 Fax: (847) 823-8125 E-mail: custserv@aaos.org Web Site: http://www.aaos.org $105.00. Document Number: ISBN 0-89203-224-3.

Keywords: Exercise, Life cycle, Psychosocial factors, Sports injuries, Sports medicine, Women's health

Annotation: This book presents information from the Nurses' Health Study on a woman's probability of developing specific diseases and suggests how that probability may change with certain alterations in diet, weight control, physical activity, and other lifestyle changes. Part one discusses the Nurses' Health Study and what observations have been made by researchers and what they mean to the study of women's health issues. Part two provides information and suggestions on lowering the risk of diseases. Topics covered include coronary heart disease, different types of cancers, stroke, diabetes, osteoporosis, asthma, arthritis, age-related eye disease, and Alzheimer's disease. The third part provides information on changing behaviors including physical activity, weight control, smoking, nutrients, foods, alcohol, vitamins and minerals, postmenopausal hormones, birth control, and pain relievers. The appendices give information on types of epidemiological studies; being an informed consumer of health information; and a section on tables on weight and nutrition. The book concludes with a glossary, selected readings, and an index.

Contact: Simon and Schuster, 1230 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY 10020, Telephone: (212) 698-7000 Web Site: http://www.simonsays.com/ $26.00. Document Number: ISBN 0-684-85519-4.

Keywords: Alcohols, Alzheimers disease, Analgesic drugs, Antiinflammatory drugs, Arthritis, Asthma, Breast cancer, Cancer, Colon cancer, Coronary care, Diabetes mellitus, Disease prevention, Eye diseases, Family planning, Food, Hormone replacement therapy, Life cycle, Lung cancer, Menopause, Minerals, Nutrition, Osteoporosis, Ovarian cancer, Physical activity, Physical activity, Physical fitness, Reproductive health, Research programs, Skin cancers, Smoking, Strokes, Vitamins, Weight management, Women's health, Women's health promotion

Annotation: This book provides information relating to women's health issues and achieving optimal health and maintaining wellness. The book is divided into four parts. Part I presents an overview of women's health issues. Part II provides a detailed discussion about routine health care and the health concerns that arise in each stage of life as well as the importance of proactive routine care. Part III offers guidelines for making sensible lifestyle choices including the role of good nutrition, regular exercise, adequate rest, and relaxation. Part III also examines mental health concerns, injury and accident prevention, sexuality, relationships, communication, violence prevention, family planning, pregnancy, and menopause. Part IV discusses the complex systems of a woman's body, including the following topics: the cardiovascular system; reducing the risk of cancers; protecting the body from infection; lowering the risk of metabolic diseases; maintaining the mind; and strengthening the bones and muscles. The book is sponsored by the American Medical Women's Association and produced by the Philip Lief Group.

Contact: St. Martin's Press, 175 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10010, Telephone: (646) 307-5151 Fax: (212) 674-6132 Web Site: http://us.macmillan.com/SMP.aspx $19.96. Document Number: ISBN 0-312-25472-5.

Keywords: Consumer education materials, Disease prevention, Health promotion, Women's health

Annotation: This book presents a five-step program designed to treat premenstrual syndrome (PMS) using nutrition, stress reduction, exercise, mind-body exercise, and medication tailored to the individual woman. A list of references is provided.

Keywords: Holistic health, Nutrition, PMS, Physical activity, Prevention, Women's health

Annotation: This book contains information on traditional and alternative treatment options for women' s health issues over the age of 35. Topics include menopause, hormone replacement therapies, hot flashes, incontinence, sexual activity, heart disease and breast cancer, osteoporosis, and healthy lifestyle practices in nutrition, exercise, healthy habits, and other topics. The second part contains checklists and questionnaires for self evaluation, resource listings, a glossary, references, and an index.

Contact: Newmarket Press, 18 East 48th Street, New York, NY 10017, Telephone: (212) 832-3575 Fax: (212) 832-3629 E-mail: mailox@newmarketpress.com Web Site: http://www.newmarketpress.com/ $24.95. Document Number: ISBN 1-55704-354-X.

Keywords: Consumer education materials, Hormone replacement therapy, Life cycle, Menopause, Middle age, Nutrition, Reproductive health, Sexuality, Weight management, Women's health

Annotation: This document outlines factors that influence weight, demographics of weight among women of reproductive age, and the impact of overweight and obesity on perinatal outcomes. The paper was produced by the Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs and CityMatCH Women's Health Partnership, a project to build state and local capacity to promote safe motherhood and enhance women's health before, during, and after pregnancy. A description of the theoretical frameworks underpinning the AMCHP/CityMaTCH project efforts are presented, along with resources and community-based interventions for assisting women of reproductive age to maintain a healthy weight. Several charts illustrate frameworks for the importance of weight management of women of reproductive age. References are also provided. [Funded in part by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

Contact: Association of Maternal and Child Health Programs, 2030 M Street, N.W., Suite 350, Washington, DC 20036, Telephone: (202) 775-0436 Fax: (202) 775-0061 Web Site: http://www.amchp.org Available at no charge from the Web site.

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Keywords: Guidelines, Health promotion, Models, Nutrition, Perinatal health, Physical activity, Weight management, Women's health

Annotation: Presented in five parts, this textbook for health and community services professionals and the general public focuses on women's health issues throughout the life cycle with each chapter including a summary, review questions, resource listings and references. Part one topics include the study of women's health, developing healthy lifestyles, and the various stages of female development. Part two discusses mental and emotional wellness including assertiveness, self-image and self-esteem issues, grief, depression, and managing stress. Topics included in the third part are contemporary lifestyle and social issues; diet and nutrition, exercise, tobacco, alcohol, drugs, consumer issues, and preventing abuse against women. Part four centers on sexual and relational wellness, building healthy relationships, gynecological issues, birth control, pregnancy planning, and parenting. The final part provides information on communicable diseases and chronic conditions such as AIDS and other sexually transmitted diseases, cardiovascular health, and reducing the risk for cancer. The book concludes with an index.

Contact: McGraw-Hill Companies, PO Box 182604, Columbus, OH 43272, Telephone: (877) 833-5524 Fax: (614) 759-3749 E-mail: customer.service@mcgraw-hill.com Web Site: http://www.mcgraw-hill.com/ $72.80. Document Number: ISBN 0-8151-0626-2.

Keywords: Alcohol abuse, Alternative medicine, Behavior modification, Caffeine, Cancer, Cardiovascular diseases, Communicable diseases, Consumer education, Contraceptives, Depression, Developmental stages, Domestic abuse, Drug abuse, Eating disorders, Gynecology, Holistic health, Interpersonal relations, Life cycle, Lifestyle, Nutrition, Parenting, Pregnancy, Self esteem, Smoking, Stress management, Weight management, Women's health

Annotation: This book provides information for women on nutrition, exercise and weight control; addiction and violence; general health issues such as cancer and cardiovascular disease; and digestive, sleep, mental, and chronic disorders. In addition, reproductive health and pregnancy chapters discuss contraception and postconception alternatives, sexuality and sexual dysfunction, sexually transmitted diseases, and labor and childbirth. The final chapter includes sample questions to ask a prospective doctor, making a gynecological exam more comfortable, and ten suggested Web sites to visit. The authors' writing style contains frequent use of humor.

Contact: IDG Books Worldwide, 919 East Hillsdale Boulevard, Suite 400, Foster City, CA 94404, Telephone: (800) 762-2974 Fax: (415) 655-3295 E-mail: sitemail@idgbooks.com $15.99. Document Number: ISBN 0-7645-5119-1.

Keywords: Breast care, Childbirth, Consumer education materials, Mental health, Pregnancy, Reproductive health, Substance abuse, Women's health

Annotation: This diary is designed to assist women of color with participating in their health care and improving health outcomes for people of color. The diary provides space for personal data; family medical history; data about lifestyle, weight, diet, exercise, heart, breasts, reproductive organs, sexually transmitted diseases, and pregnancy; personal checklists; health care logs; and recommended health maintenance schedules. Health tips giving information related to the health of Blacks, Whites, Asian Americans, Hispanic Americans, and Native Americans are also included.

Contact: New Life Publishing, P.O. Box 344, Roswell, GA 30077-0344, E-mail: newlfpubl@aol.com Web Site: http://www.drmccloud.com/second.php4?id=contact $9.95. Document Number: ISBN 0-9643554-1-8.

Keywords: American Indians, Asian Americans, Blacks, Consumer education materials, Hispanic Americans, Medical records, Minority groups, Recordkeeping, Whites, Women's health

Annotation: These materials are a 6-hour train-the-trainer module designed to introduce and help public health personnel incorporate physical activity in their work with children and adolescents, their families, and the communities in which they live. It was produced as part of the Region IV public health nutrition continuing education program by the University of Tennessee and the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill. Materials include: a training curriculum, a set of camera ready masters of PowerPoint slides, forms for participants to use during the training, a CD-ROM containing the materials for use by health agencies in making additional copies of materials, an evaluation form for participants to use in evaluating the training, and a letter from the project developer explaining the evaluation form. [Funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

Contact: University of Tennessee, Department of Nutrition, 1215 West Cumberland Avenue, Room 229 Jessie Harris Building, Knoxville, TN 37996-1920, Telephone: (865) 974-5445 Contact Phone: (865) 974-6267 Fax: (865) 974-3491 Contact Fax: (865) 974-3491 E-mail: bhart57@utk.edu Contact E-mail: haughton@utk.edu Web Site: http://nutrition.utk.edu Contact for cost information.

Keywords: Curricula, Educational materials, Health professionals, Physical activity, Training materials

Annotation: This document describes the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's WISEWOMAN (Well-Integrated Screening and Evaluation for Women Across the Nation) program, which provides the opportunity for underserved women to be assessed for cardiovascular disease risk factors and receive support for making needed changes in their diets, physical activity, and smoking behaviors.

Contact: National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, 4770 Buford Highway, N.E., Mailstop K-40, Atlanta, GA 30341-3717, Telephone: (404) 498-1515 Secondary Telephone: (800) 232-4636 E-mail: cdcinfo@cdc.gov Web Site: http://www.cdc.gov/nccdphp Available at no charge from the Web site.

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Keywords: Cardiovascular diseases, Health screening, Low income groups, Nutrition, Physical activity, Risk factors, Smoking, Women's health

Annotation: This curriculum, which is designed for parents and caregivers, consists of six lessons that provide activities to help parents and caregivers encourage a healthy weight in their family. The lessons focus on helping participants learn essential skills that can help their families increase access and availability of healthy foods and make healthful food choices, become more physically active, and reduce recreational screen time.

Contact: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute Health Information Center, P.O. Box 30105, Bethesda, MD 20824-0105, Telephone: (301) 592-8573 Secondary Telephone: (240) 629-3255 Fax: (301) 592-8563 E-mail: NHLBIinfo@nhlbi.nih.gov Web Site: http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/infoctr/index.htm Available at no charge from the Web site.

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Keywords: Consumer education materials, Children, Curricula, Families, Nutrition, Obesity, Physical activity

Annotation: This handbook for parents provides information about overweight in children and offers strategies for enhancing parents' and children’s activity and nutrition. Topics covered include (1) why should we care about our weight, (2) what can my family and I do to encourage a healthy weight? (3) energy balance: the heart of the matter, (4) energy in: focusing on food choices and portion sizes, and (5) energy out: physical activity and screen time. Also included are estimated calorie requirements, a table of foods to encourage and foods to avoid, a table showing how portion sizes have grown over the past 20 years, and a guide to calories burned in common activities. The handbook concludes with a list of resources.

Contact: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute Health Information Center, P.O. Box 30105, Bethesda, MD 20824-0105, Telephone: (301) 592-8573 Secondary Telephone: (240) 629-3255 Fax: (301) 592-8563 E-mail: NHLBIinfo@nhlbi.nih.gov Web Site: http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/infoctr/index.htm Available at no charge; also available at no charge from the Web site. Document Number: NIH pub. no. 05-5273.

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Keywords: Body weight, Calories, Children, Consumer education materials, Nutrition, Obesity, Parents, Physical activity, Weight management

Annotation: This report provides guidelines for health care professionals on the identification, evaluation, and treatment of overweight and obesity in adults. The objectives of the report are to (1) identify, evaluate, and summarize published information about the assessment and treatment of overweight and obesity; (2) provide evidence-based guidelines for physicians, other health professionals, and health care organizations for the evaluation and treatment of overweight and obesity in adults; and (3) identify areas for future research. The report is divided into the following seven chapters: (1) introduction, (2) background onoverweight and obesity, (3) examination of randomized controlled trial evidence, (4) treatment guidelines, (5) summary of recommendations, (6) future research, and (7) appendices. The appendices include guidelines development methodology; a literature review; a description of evidence; special populations; obesity and sleep apnea; a body mass index chart; practical dietary therapy information; a resource list; and a glossary of terms. Also provided are lists of abbreviations, references, and publications.

Contact: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute Health Information Center, P.O. Box 30105, Bethesda, MD 20824-0105, Telephone: (301) 592-8573 Secondary Telephone: (240) 629-3255 Fax: (301) 592-8563 E-mail: NHLBIinfo@nhlbi.nih.gov Web Site: http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/infoctr/index.htm $8.50; also available at no charge from the Web site. Document Number: NIH 98-4083.

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Keywords: Evidence based medicine, Body composition, Body weight, Cardiovascular disease, Diabetes mellitus, Diet therapy, Guidelines, Nutrition, Obesity, Physical activity, Research, Risk factors, Weight management

Annotation: This booklet in Spanish gives advice for adults on maintaining their health throughout their lives through good nutrition and physical activity. It discusses healthy weight, the body mass index, what causes weight gain, healthy eating and cooking, being physically active, and how to lose weight. It lists tips on adapting recipes to make them more healthy and additional sources of information. A summary tip sheet for keeping yourself healthy is provided in English and Spanish.

Contact: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, Building 31, Room 9A06, 31 Center Drive, MSC 2560, Bethesda, MD 20892-2560, Telephone: (301) 496-3583 E-mail: singerb@extra.niddk.nih.gov Web Site: http://www2.niddk.nih.gov/ Available at no charge from the Web site. Document Number: NIH Pub. No. 02-5130s.

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Keywords: Consumer education materials, Nutrition, Physical activity, Spanish language materials, Women's health

Annotation: This booklet in Spanish gives advice for pregnant women on maintaining their health through good nutrition and physical activity. It lists tips on adapting recipes to make them more healthy and additional sources of information. A summary tip sheet for keeping yourself healthy is provided in English and Spanish.

Contact: National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, Building 31, Room 9A06, 31 Center Drive, MSC 2560, Bethesda, MD 20892-2560, Telephone: (301) 496-3583 E-mail: singerb@extra.niddk.nih.gov Web Site: http://www2.niddk.nih.gov/ Available at no charge; also available at no charge from the Web site. Document Number: NIH Pub. No. 02-5130s.

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Keywords: Consumer education materials, Nutrition, Physical activity, Pregnant women, Spanish language materials, Women's health

Annotation: This book presents a quote for each day of the year regarding women's health and the mind-body connection. The author addresses a wide range of women's health concerns including personal habits, physical activity, emotional and mental health, medical care, etc.

Contact: Heitz/Wilson, 921 West Van Buren Street, Suite 220, Chicago, IL 60607, Telephone: (312) 829-5100 Secondary Telephone: (800) 551-2013 Fax: (312) 829-9074 Web Site: http://www.jwavideo.com $11.75. Document Number: ISBN 0-945923-48-1.

Keywords: Consumer education materials, Holistic health, Women's health

Annotation: This book presents information on women's health from an holistic approach and using case studies. The book is divided into three parts. Part One: From External Control to Inner Guidance examines the cultural influence on women's health care, the mind-body connection, feminine intelligence and the female energy system. Part Two: The Anatomy of Women's Wisdom discusses reproduction, sexuality, fertility, childbearing, motherhood, and menopause. Part Three: Choices for Healing: Creating Your Personal Plan looks at steps for healing, medical care, nutrition, physical activity, and overall personal well being. An appendix provides choices in hormone replacement. References, resources and chapter notes are included.

Contact: Random House, Bantam Books, 1540 Broadway, New York, NY 10036, E-mail: library@randomhouse.com Web Site: http://www.randomhouse.com $17.95. Document Number: ISBN 0-553-37953-4.

Keywords: Alternative medicine, Holistic health, Women's health

Annotation: This book for health and community professionals and the general public discusses both traditional and alternative medical therapies for women's health issues throughout the life cycle. Part one outlines major health care issues and goals in the areas of physical, reproductive, and psycho-social-cultural-spiritual health. Part two covers traditional and alternative approaches to women's wellness including historical perspectives, psychological therapies, physical activities, nutrition, pharmacological therapies, herbal remedies, homeopathy, and acupuncture. Unique treatment options are also included such as spiritual approaches, music, drama and dance therapies, and therapeutic touch. Part three presents case studies of women's health care in Nicaragua, a use of art therapy, and storytelling as a holistic treatment. An index is provided.

Contact: Aspen Publishers, 76 Ninth Avenue, Seventh Floor, New York, NY 10011, Telephone: (800) 234-1660 Secondary Telephone: (212) 771-0600 Fax: (212) 771-0885 Web Site: http://www.aspenpublishers.com $39.00. Document Number: ISBN 0-8342-1219-6.

Keywords: Acupuncture, Alternative medicine, Biofeedback, Case studies, Drug therapy, Herbs, Holistic health, Life cycle, Reproductive health, Women's health

Annotation: This book presents physical activity guidelines and tools emphasizing health promotion, disease prevention, and early recognition of physical activity issues and concerns of infants, children, and adolescents. The introduction discusses the Surgeon General's report on physical activity and health, and how partnerships between health professionals, families, and communities can promote physical activity. Section two includes how physical activity can be a part of each developmental stage, including infancy, early childhood, middle childhood, and adolescence. The third section discusses these issues and concerns: asthma; children and adolescents with special health care needs; developmental coordination disorder; diabetes; eating disorders; ergogenic aids; girls and female adolescents in physical activity; heat-related illness; injury; nutrition; and obesity. Section four provides tools for defining physical activity; improving physical activity behaviors; characteristics of excellent programs and coaching; resources; Healthy People 2010 objectives; and growth charts. The guide concludes with indexes for development, tools, and topics. An evaluation form is included. [Funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

Contact: Maternal and Child Health Library at Georgetown University, Box 571272, Washington, DC 20057-1272, Telephone: (202) 784-9770 Fax: (202) 784-9777 E-mail: mchgroup@georgetown.edu Web Site: http://www.mchlibrary.info Available at no charge from the Web site. Document Number: BF0900-004; HRSA Info. Ctr. MCHN055, MCHN065 (evaluation form).

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Keywords: Asthma, Bright Futures, Children with special health care needs, Food supplements, Guidelines, Health promotion, Nutrition, Obesity, Physical activity, Physical development, Steroids, Vitamins

Annotation: This guide describes ways to involve newspapers in The Shape We're In, a national public education initiative that places a media spotlight on physical activity and obesity to promote public awareness of these topics and to spark dialogue and action across the country. The guide offers suggested strategies for recruiting newspapers to run The Shape We're In series, which was distributed free to newspapers on June 2, 2003. The guide also includes media tools, community-based activities, and support materials.

Contact: Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, Route One and College Road, East, P.O. Box 2316, Princeton, NJ 08543, Telephone: (888) 631-9989 Secondary Telephone: (877) 843-7953 Web Site: http://www.rwjf.org Available at no charge; also available at no charge from the Web site.

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Keywords: Community action, Consumer education, Initiatives, Media campaigns, Multimedia, Newspapers, Obesity, Physical activity, Public awareness campaigns, Public awareness materials

Annotation: This book is designed to help sports health care professionals improve their counseling skills and recognize psychological conditions of their patients that would best be addressed by someone professionally trained in counseling. It is aimed at students and professionals in sports medicine, especially athletic trainers and physical therapists, and physicians who work with athletes and other physically active patients. It discusses the role of the sport medicine professional in counseling athletes, and practical aspects of counseling such as psychosocial intervention, interviewing, group health education counseling, and ethical perspectives. It also discusses specific counseling issues, such as substance abuse, eating disorders and nutritional concerns, managing stress and anxiety, rehabilitation adherence, and catastrophic injury and illness.

Contact: Human Kinetics, P.O. Box 5076, Champaign, IL 61825-5076, Telephone: (800) 747-4457 Contact Phone: (800) 747-4457 Fax: (217) 351-1549 E-mail: info@hkusa.com Web Site: http://www.humankinetics.com $42.00. Document Number: ISBN 0-88011-527-0.

Keywords: Counseling, Sports medicine

Annotation: This book provides information to women about cardiovascular disease prevention. Contents include a summary of the new edition, heart disease prevention promotion and risk factors, patient and physician communication and partnership, major risk factors for cardiovascular disease, other risk factors, taking control and health planning, tips for women with heart disease, getting help for a heart attack, and how to estimate risk. Additional Web site resources are provided for further information.

Contact: National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute Health Information Center, P.O. Box 30105, Bethesda, MD 20824-0105, Telephone: (301) 592-8573 Secondary Telephone: (240) 629-3255 Fax: (301) 592-8563 E-mail: NHLBIinfo@nhlbi.nih.gov Web Site: http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/infoctr/index.htm Available at no charge from the Web site. Document Number: NIH 07-2720.

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Keywords: Adolescent pregnancy, Cardiovascular diseases, Health promotion, Heart diseases, Maternal health, Nutrition, Nutrition education, Patient education, Physician patient relations, Prevention programs, Women's health

Annotation: Written for the woman consumer, this book discusses health and well-being throughout her lifespan. Part one gives advice on healthy sexual practices, nutrition, physical activity, menopause, and how best to use her health-care practitioner. Part two considers special issues in reproductive health, cosmetic surgery, mental health, abuse, and occupational and environmental issues. The third part focuses on pregnancy and childbirth in all its stages, both physical and emotional. Part four talks about medical disorders and diseases of women in topics such as breast disorders, menstrual problems, sexually transmitted diseases, urinary tract infections, reproductive system problems, cardiovascular problems, oral health, musculoskeletal disorders, and skin problems. The book closes with sections on common medical tests and procedures, a glossary, and an index.

Contact: William Morrow and Company, 10 East 53rd Street, New York, NY 10022, Telephone: 212-207-7000 Web Site: http://www.harpercollins.com/imprints/index.aspx?imprintid=518003 $35.00. Document Number: ISBN 0-688-12434-8.

Keywords: Breast care, Cardiovascular diseases, Childbirth, Consumer education materials, Endocrine diseases, Environmental health, Exercise, Family planning, Life cycle, Menopause, Mental health, Musculoskeletal diseases, Nutrition, Oral health, Plastic surgery, Pregnancy, Puerperium, Reproductive health, Sexuality, Sexually transmitted diseases, Skin diseases, Substance abuse, Violence, Women's health, Workplace

Annotation: This book, intended as a consumer guide, presents a full range of information pertaining to women's health. The information included is reviewed by a panel of health professionals in the women's health field. The book is divided into five general sections that cover the following: living a longer and healthier life; reproductive health; mental health issues; symptoms; diagnoses, and treatments; and women and aging. Topics in each section include choosing health care providers, the health care system, health expectations at each stage of life, medications, nutrition, etc. Sidebars give time and money saving advice, warnings, tips on better ways to do things, quotes that are intended to be assistive, and items labeled "unofficially" that are insider facts or anecdotes. The appendices include a list of resources and recommendations for further reading.

Contact: IDG Books Worldwide, 919 East Hillsdale Boulevard, Suite 400, Foster City, CA 94404, Telephone: (800) 762-2974 Fax: (415) 655-3295 E-mail: sitemail@idgbooks.com $15.95. Document Number: ISBN 0-02-863666-X.

Keywords: Consumer education materials, Women's health

Annotation: This publication provides tips to help children two years and older and adults use the national dietary guidelines to achieve fitness and good nutrition to maintain good health. It discusses healthy weights, physical activity, keeping food safe, and ways to make healthy food choices. It includes a list of resources for additional nutrition-related information.

Contact: U.S. Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion, U.S. Department of Agriculture, 3101 Park Center Drive, Room 1034, Alexandria, VA 22302-1594, Telephone: (703) 305-7600 Fax: (703) 305-3300 E-mail: infocnpp@cnpp.usda.gov Web Site: http://www.cnpp.usda.gov Available at no charge from the Web site.

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Keywords: Dietary guidelines, Nutrition education, Physical fitness, Weight management

Annotation: This report examines the problem of physical inactivity among the nation's youth and presents ten strategies developed to promote better health for the nation's youth through physical activity and sports. The strategies are grouped under the broad headings of: families; school programs; afterschool care programs; youth sports and recreation programs; community structural environment; media campaigns; and monitoring youth physical activity and fitness and school and community programs. The report concludes with a call to action. References are included.

Contact: Healthy Youth, Telephone: 800-232-4636 Secondary Telephone: (888) 232-6348 Fax: (888) 282-7681 E-mail: cdcinfo@cdc.gov Web Site: http://www.cdc.gov/HealthyYouth/

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Keywords: Adolescent health, Child health, Health promotion, Physical activity, Physical fitness, Sports

Annotation: This report discusses the need to encourage a more active lifestyle among Americans of all ages. Topics include the role of physical activity being fundamental in preventing disease; the economic consequences of inactivity; the promotion of good mental health through physical activity; and the associated risks of not maintaining a healthy weight. References are provided and statistical data are presented in charts and graphs throughout the report.

Contact: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation, Hubert H. Humphrey Building, 200 Independence Avenue, S.W., Room 415 F, Washington, DC 20201, Web Site: http://aspe.hhs.gov/ Available at no charge from the Web site.

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Keywords: Disease prevention, Health promotion, Health statistics, Mental health, Obesity, Physical activity, Physical fitness

Annotation: This guide is designed for professionals and volunteers who wish to promote physical activity in any type of setting. It provides directions and assistance in program planning, where to get started, and where to go for additional ideas and resources. The guide is organized in four parts. Part one explains the scientific basis for promoting physical activity and how to meet current physical activity recommendations. Part two discusses strategies for changing physical activity behavior, including profiling the target audience, the basics of behavior change, and specific intervention strategies that focus on the individual and the environment. Part three discusses strategies for planning and implementing an intervention, including setting program objectives and measuring program success. Part four provides additional resources for physical activity program planning.

Contact: Human Kinetics, P.O. Box 5076, Champaign, IL 61825-5076, Telephone: (800) 747-4457 Contact Phone: (800) 747-4457 Fax: (217) 351-1549 E-mail: info@hkusa.com Web Site: http://www.humankinetics.com $32.00 plus shipping and handling. Document Number: ISBN 0-7360-0152-2.

Keywords: Physical activity, Physical education, Program planning

Annotation: This booklet, which is geared toward young women, is designed to help readers learn about physical activity and healthy eating. The booklet is divided into the following sections: (1) questions to answer on your own and talk about with your health care provider, (2) ideas on how to start a conversation with your health care provider and examples of questions you can ask, (3) section for your health care provider to fill out during your health care visit, (4) charts for setting goals with your health care provider (or on your own), and (5) information and ideas to help you reach your goals. A small wallet card provides tips on healthy eating, physical activity, important nutrients, and sources of more information. The publication is also available in Spanish.

Contact: HRSA Information Center, P.O. Box 2910, Merrifield, VA 22116, Telephone: (888) 275-4772 Secondary Telephone: (877) 489-4772 Fax: (703) 821-2098 E-mail: ask@hrsa.gov Web Site: http://www.ask.hrsa.gov Available at no charge; also available at no charge from the Web site. Document Number: HRSA Info. Ctr. MCH00146 (booklet), HRSA Info. Ctr. MCH00147 (wallet card).

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Keywords: Food habits, Weight management, Adolescent health, Consumer education materials, Goals, Nutrition, Physical activity, Spanish language materials, Women's health

Annotation: This report focuses on the nationwide epidemic of overweight and obesity and seeks to engage leaders from diverse groups in addressing overweight and obesity as a public health issue. The report is divided into four sections with forewords and appendices. The first section discusses measuring overweight and obesity and points out the health risks and consequences of the problem. Section two focuses on developing a public health response in different settings including families and communities; schools; health care; media; and worksheets. The third section talks about creating and sustaining a national action plan. Section four includes the Surgeon General's vision for the future, priorities for action, and the conclusion. References, acknowledgments, and the steering committee roster are provided. The appendices include examples of federal programs and initiatives and a federal program resource list. Statistical data in the form of tables, charts, and graphs are included in the first section of the report.

Contact: HRSA Information Center, P.O. Box 2910, Merrifield, VA 22116, Telephone: (888) 275-4772 Secondary Telephone: (877) 489-4772 Fax: (703) 821-2098 E-mail: ask@hrsa.gov Web Site: http://www.ask.hrsa.gov Available at no charge; also available at no charge from the Web site. Document Number: HRSA Info. Ctr. MCH00078.

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Keywords: Federal initiatives, Federal programs, Health promotion, Obesity, Program descriptions, Public health, Trends, Weight management

Annotation: This self-help book offers suggestions for increasing energy, getting proper sleep and nutrition, and reducing stress for women who feel continually tired. Topics include coping with stress in the work and home environment; caregiving for children and older adults; relationships; when to seek assistance from a health care professional; vitamins and other supplements; the benefits of regular exercise; alternative health therapies such as yoga, massage, or homeopathy; and relaxation techniques. The book concludes with an index.

Contact: Rodale Press, 33 East Minor Street, Emmaus, PA 18098, Telephone: (610) 967-5171 Fax: (610) 967-8963 E-mail: customer_service@rodale.com Web Site: http://www.rodale.com/ $17.95 plus shipping and handling. Document Number: ISBN 1-57954-349-9.

Keywords: Chronic fatigue syndrome, Consumer education materials, Health promotion, Mental health, Nutrition, Sleep, Stress management, Vitamin supplements, Women's health, Working women

Annotation: This diary is designed to assist women in keeping an accurate record of their health. The diary has sections for a personal health record, recording major family illnesses, medical appointments, annual health summaries, and pregnancy and childbirth. The appendix allows for the recording of details that are necessary to understand how the body is reacting to exercise, medicine and normal changes. It includes a prescribed medication tracker, a 31 day tracker, a menstrual calendar, and a place to record telephone numbers and addresses.

Contact: Firefly Books, 66 Leek Crescent, Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada L4B 1H1, Telephone: (800) 387-5085 Fax: (800) 565-6034 E-mail: service@fireflybooks.com Web Site: http://www.fireflybooks.com $14.95. Document Number: ISBN 1-55209-547-9.

Keywords: Consumer education materials, Medical records, Record keeping, Women's health

Annotation: This manual describes Sisters Together: Move More, Eat Better, a program designed to encourage young black women to maintain a healthy weight by being more physically active and eating healthier foods. It begins with a brief background of the program and continues by explaining how to start a program, how to get support from others including the media, planning activities, and measuring success. The appendix includes a sample news release, letterhead, radio public service announcements, a fact sheet, a flyer, a logo sheet, sample forms, and a phone script.

Contact: Weight-control Information Network, National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, One Win Way, Bethesda, MD 20892-3665, Telephone: (877) 946-4627 Fax: (202) 828-1028 E-mail: WIN@info.niddk.nih.gov Web Site: http://win.niddk.nih.gov/index.htm Document Number: NIH 99-3329.

Keywords: Blacks, Community programs, Exercise, Health attitudes, Manuals, Nutrition attitudes, Program development, Public service announcements, Walking, Weight management, Women's health promotion

Annotation: This book shows searchers how the Internet can be used to locate information about the diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis of women's health problems. Topics included are Web resources and how to evaluate and search Web sites, a case study of NOAH (New York Online Access to Health), a women's health site, and women as health care consumers. Additionally provided are sections on specific women's health issues such as physical fitness, pregnancy, childbirth and early pregnancy resources, caregiving, menopause, and diabetes. Each section begins with an abstract and keywords, and an index concludes the book.

Contact: Haworth Press, 10 Alice Street, Binghamton, NY 13904-1580, Telephone: (800) 429-6487 Secondary Telephone: (607) 722-5857 Fax: (607) 722-1424 E-mail: getinfo@haworthpress.com Web Site: http://www.haworthpress.com/ $34.95 cloth, $24.95 paper, plus shipping and handling. Document Number: ISBN 0-7890-1301-0.

Keywords: Caregivers, Childbirth, Consumer education, Diabetes, Internet, Menopause, Parenting, Physical fitness, Pregnancy, Women's health

Annotation: This book for health and community service professionals and the general public focuses on heart disease risks common among black women. Topics include high blood pressure, obesity, diabetes, nutrition, cholesterol, estrogen replacement therapy, and smoking. Alternative treatments such as herbs, vitamins, stress reduction techniques, and visualization techniques are discussed. Appendices include questions for healthcare providers, resources, a stay-on-track checklist, an exercise checklist, and a glossary. An index is provided.

Contact: Marlowe and Company, LLC, 1667 K Street, N.W., Suite 480, Washington, DC 20006, Telephone: (202) 775-1796 Fax: (202) 775-0214 E-mail: marlowe@marloweco.com Web Site: http://www.marloweco.com/ $15.95. Document Number: ISBN 1-56924-619-X.

Keywords: Alternative medicine, Blacks, Consumer education materials, Diabetes mellitus, Heart diseases, Hormone replacement therapy, Hypertension, Nutrition, Prevention, Smoking, Women's health