The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is kicking off National Women’s Health Week 2025 with a video message from Lt. Governor Juliana Stratton encouraging women in Illinois to take control of their health and well-being. Observed annually starting on Mother’s Day and running through May 17, the theme for 2025 is: “Let’s Talk about Women’s Health: Uplifting Women in Their Health Journey.”  The week will feature a range of topics designed to inform and inspire women to take proactive steps in addressing their health. Programming will include:

• Routine Screenings: Understanding the importance of regular health check-ups and screenings based on age, and how they play a crucial role in early detection and prevention of diseases.

• Cardiovascular Health: Highlighting heart health statistics, especially the unique risks women face, and sharing strategies for maintaining cardiovascular well-being.

• Nutrition and Physical Activity: Recommendations for healthy eating and physical activity tailored to women’s unique needs.

• Mental Health and Stress Management: Addressing mental health challenges, providing coping strategies, and reinforcing the importance of supportive mental health practices.

Additional resources on women’s health, including infographics and links to health information, will be available on the IDPH Office of Women’s Health and Family Services webpage and social media channels.