Women's Health and History

Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer among women, accounting for about 30% of all new cancer cases in women.

Heart disease is the leading cause of death among women in the United States, accounting for about 25% of all deaths.

The American Cancer Society recommends that women start getting mammograms at the age of 40.

The American Cancer Society recommends that women start getting Pap smears at the age of 21.

Feminism is a movement that advocates for women's rights and equality.

Sandra Day O'Connor was the first woman to serve on the Supreme Court of the United States, from 1981 to 2006.

Women gained the right to vote in the United States in 1920, with the passage of the 19th Amendment to the Constitution.

Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits discrimination based on sex in the workplace.

The Pregnancy Discrimination Act of 1978 requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations for pregnant employees.

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 prohibits discrimination based on sex in education.

The Equal Pay Act of 1963 requires equal pay for equal work.

The Equal Credit Opportunity Act of 1974 prohibits discrimination based on sex in credit and lending.

The Fair Housing Act of 1968 prohibits discrimination based on sex in housing.

The Don't Ask, Don't Tell Repeal Act of 2010 prohibits discrimination based on sex in the military.