What makes WISEWOMAN unique?
Many health programs include testing for cholesterol and blood pressure, but not all provide lifestyle education or testing at no or low cost—WISEWOMAN does. Through WISEWOMAN, qualified women receive testing and may receive educational programs that help women lower their risk for heart disease. These programs help women adopt healthy eating patterns and encourage women to be more physically active. Classes, quitlines, and counseling to help women deal with stress or quit smoking are offered. WISEWOMAN aims to help women know their risk for heart disease and develop a heart healthy lifestyle.
Many health programs include testing for cholesterol, diabetes, and blood pressure, but not all provide lifestyle education or testing at no or low cost—WISEWOMAN does. Through WISEWOMAN, qualified women receive testing and may receive educational programs that help women lower their risk for heart disease. These programs help women adopt healthy eating patterns and encourage women to be more physically active. Classes, quitlines, and counseling to help women deal with stress or quit smoking are offered. WISEWOMAN aims to help women know their risk for heart disease and develop a heart healthy lifestyle.