CWUW: The importance of addressing Urban Health issues

The health of those who live in the more densely populated areas of the world is of interest and concern for two reasons: (1) the large numbers of persons involved, and (2) the fact that the population density of an urban area changes the potential for both public health problems and public health solutions. The potential for problems includes increased exposure to large a number of individuals who can spread infectious conditions, larger volumes of waste products at risk of poor handling, the presence of pollutants, an apparent increase in stress, and a concentration of more serious mental health problems. Solutions are influenced by economies of scale in providing services, a more varied array of resources, and the potential for closer proximity to others with similar interests and needs. Opportunities to work with others who share a concern increases the likelihood of identifying appropriate actions and generating political support for solutions.

"Urban Health." Encyclopedia of Public Health. Ed. Lester Breslow. Gale Cengage, 2002. eNotes.com. 2006. 7 Jan, 2011 <http://www.enotes.com/public-health-encyclopedia/
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The needs of women living is urban settings are vast.  The Center of Wellness for Urban Women has as its mission to empower women and their families living in urban areas to become proactive in their health.  We recognize that some issues may disproportionately effect some groups more than others.  We are here to provide services to any woman needing support.   Learn more on how CWUW plans to address the ongoing urban health issues women face while living in more populated areas.

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Go Red!!

CWUW Supports the "Go Red for Women!"

Heart Health Campaign

With heart disease being the number one killer of women, its important that CWUW supports organizations who provide information and tools for women to remain heart healthy.

"Go Red for Women" is a campaign sponosored by the American Heart Association.

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National HIV Testing Day

Do you know your HIV status?

Its vital. If you are HIV positive, early intervention is important to your health. Take the time out on National HIV Testing Day and get tested and GET YOUR RESULTS.

Unfortunately, too many women are becoming HIV positive. We are not victims in this epidemic. We do have choices. Identifying healthy relationships, establishing boundaries, and requiring mutual monogamy are just some ways you can help to protect yourself beyond just condom usage.

We need to require in all new sexual relationships that condoms are being used. You can't assume that your partner is HIV negative or without some other Sexuallty Transmitted Infection (STI). Talk with your partner about his/her sexual history, likes and dislikes, and attitudes about monogamy. Most women become infected from partners they have an emotional attachment. Because we are interested, we instantly trust them with our sexual lives and our bodies.

Require more of your partners and of yourself. Seek out healthy relationships. If you've been sexually abused, a victim of domestic violence, or use/abuse substances, you are at an increased risk for an HIV infection. Take care of your mental health. Become mentally well before seeking a new relationship. This is also a part of HIV prevention. Its not just using condoms.

CWUW supports the National HIV Testing Day. Go get tested. Know your status!!