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		Women's Health Week: May 10-16 Get motivated and get moving with a kickoff event and FREE fitness classes all week. OHSU Center for Women’s Health is celebrating National Women’s Health Week by offering fun events to help jump start the physical activity in your life. Kickoff event May 11, 2009 - Free Fitness Classes All Week Read more and register.

		Featured Speaking of Women Brown Bag Lecture: More than Mind over Bladder: Prevention and treatment for the pelvic floor What causes incontinence? What are the latest treatment options? Renee Edwards, M.D., will present the latest information about incontinence prevention and treatment. Edwards is an assistant professor of obstetrics and gynecology and clinical director of Pelvic Floor Health & Reconstructive Surgery Services, OHSU Center for Women’s Health. Noon - 1 p.m., Thursday, May 14 OHSU, University Hospital South, UHS 8B60. Click here to register now. See the complete Speaking of Women schedule.

		2009 Bringing New Approaches to Sharing Women’s Health Information Improved Community Programs Coming Your Way The Center for Women's Health is a leader in providing health education programs and classes for women. In 2009, we are looking forward to exciting new program additions, such as webinars, online lectures (available as podcasts and ready to download on iTunes), more classes in the community, and the return of the Speaking of Women lecture series at Nordstrom Downtown and here at OHSU. Not returning this year is the Annual Women's Health Conference. Read more.

		No octuplets likely in Oregon OHSU fertility doctor and others say national guidelines and local philosophy make it unlikely that an Oregon mother will deliver octuplet. Read more.

		ObGyn Doctor on Biking During Pregnancy OHSU ObGyn Doctor, Alison Edelman, talks about the risks of biking during pregnancy and the decisions she made as an avid cyclist and expectant mom. Read more.

		Nutrition and Wellness Classes Lead a healthier life with classes in nutrition, cholesterol, enhancing fertility and more. Register early as class sizes are limited. See class descriptions and registration information online. The Center also offers classes on childbirth and early parenting.

		July 9, 2009 Nordstrom Designer Preview Nordstrom Designer Preview Fall 2009 is an exclusive opportunity to see the newest couture styles -- designer lines like Chanel, Versace, Gucci and more. After the show, step into the boutique to try on gorgeous gowns, hot handbags and luxurious leather boots. It's girls night out for a good cause (the boys can come, too): One hundred percent of the ticket sales benefit the OHSU Center for Women's Health. Your gift will help change healthcare for women in Oregon. Seats to this event are limited, so reserve yours today!

		Gynecologic Cancer FounDation Spreads the Word A New Campaign Raises Awareness for Gynecologic Oncology "If you believe you have a reproductive cancer you need to know that a gynecologic oncologist has at least seven additional years of training beyond medical school to become an expert in diagnosing, treating and the continuing care of women with reproductive cancers. And finding the right doctor to care for you can make all the difference." Learn more and see the add here. Link to OHSU's gynecologic oncology doctors.

		When Women Talk We Listen And women are talking about our Health Education Program (HER). We would like to share a few of the comments we have received about our classes and wellness coaching, all part of our Health Education Program. “My husband attended the class with me in order to better understand the pain and side effects of my two conditions. We came away from the class feeling more optimistic about my future than we had dared to before.” Living Well participant “It has been very helpful for me. I have started walking, stretching, and using additional strategies taught in the class in order to become a self- manager of my diabetes” Living Well participant “The most valuable part of coaching calls are they are convenient and very helpful in establishing, working on, and attaining weekly and monthly goals”. Wellness coaching client “COACHING WORKS!! You're worth it. It's so beneficial to learn how to establish, follow through and maintain goals. I have learned how to implement a healthier lifestyle with a 30 min. session once a week. It's amazing how simple it is”. Wellness coaching client “I enjoy the foods I eat much more, the pleasantness of the food and the occasion lingers. More important than the food itself though, is the feelings of wellbeing that makes me feel good and satisfied”. Am I Hungry? participant “Thank you for being such a great coach! You are very patient, nonjudgmental and you don’t talk too much. What I mean is, you get to the point and leave it to us to ponder, take in, draw our own conclusions relevant to us and our own unique situations without over explaining so the point gets lost in the process”. Am I Hungry? participant Register now for a Living Well workshop or Am I hungry? Class at http://www.ohsuwomenshealth.com/classes/index.html

		"Vaccine's Promise isn't End of Fight" notes Dr. Michelle Berlin Article Exerpt - In the mid-1990s, Dr. Michelle Berlin started hearing murmurs among her medical colleagues of a vaccine for human papillomavirus, or HPV. The topic appeared in medical journals, raising hope for the Portland physician who spends her days treating women with cervical cancer or its precursors. “I hoped it would change my job because I would see fewer women with precancer and cancer of the cervix,” she said. A decade later, Berlin calls it a crucial tool of her trade. She’s transforming her patients into advocates. Columbian News Release - Vaccine's promise isn't end of fight Medical Progress linking infection and cancer - Aug. 14, 2008 (Requires Adobe® Reader® - install now) Find more information about the HPV Vaccine.

		Bio-Identicals: Sorting Myths from Facts The FDA is concerned that unfounded claims are misleading women and health care professionals about products known as "bio-identical hormone replacement therapy" (BHRT) for relief of the symptoms of menopause. The FDA is taking action against pharmacies that make false and misleading claims about "BHRT" drug products and is advising consumers to be informed about these products. Learn more.

		2007 National Report Card on Women's Health This unique multi-year study grades each state and the federal government on women's health status and health policy. The report was developed by the National Women's Law Center and Oregon Health & Science University. Read more.

		Take a Tour of the OHSU Center for Women's Health Join us for a tour in the Center for Women's Health The OHSU Center for Women's Health is proud to offer new, leading-edge facilities at the top and the bottom of the Portland Aerial Tram. And now with expanded services, we're sure this is a place you'll want to know about. Read more and register for a tour.

		Sign up for Women's Health Information by Email Stay up-to-date with email updates from the Center for Women's Health. Find out about events, receive women's health newsletters and learn about research participation opportunities at OHSU. Learn more.