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May Women's Health

May Women's Health

​​​​​During May, the Our Healthy Kentucky Home campaign focuses on Women's Health. ​According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, in 2023, nearly 16% of U.S. adult women reported being in fair or poor health. Women face unique challenges affecting their physical, mental, and emotional health. Understanding these specific health needs is incredibly helpful in promoting long-term wellness. By incorporating modest lifestyle changes into your daily routine, you can improve your health and well-being at every stage of life. ​We encourage you to use the resources below to personalize the Our Healthy Kentucky Home campaign to meet your unique circumstances.​​​

​Women's Health Resources​​​​​

​Kentucky Specific Resources​

Shareable Resources

​Improve Your Health Through Simple Steps

Simple steps such as eating 2 servings of fruits or vegetables daily, exercising at least 30 minutes 3 times per week and engaging with others to stay connected can help improve your health. Visit OurHealthyKyHome.ky.gov to learn more. Join the #OurHealthyKyHome campaign. 

Better Nutrition Better Health

Women have unique nutritional needs that change throughout different stages of life. Learn more about your unique nutritional needs by visiting: OurHealthyKyHome.ky.gov Join the #OurHealthyKyHome campaign. ​​


Regular physical activity can help lower the risk for many diseases that affect women, including heart disease and stroke.  Increasing physical activity can also reduce feelings of anxiety and improve sleep. Learn ways you can increase your physical activity by visiting: OurHealthyKyHome.ky.gov. Join the #OurHealthyKyHome campaign.

Engage with Others for Better Health

Engaging with others and having strong social connections is crucial for mental health. Strong social ties can help manage stress, reduce anxiety and depression and lead to a longer, healthier life. Visit OurHealthyKyHome.ky.gov to learn more. Join the #OurHealthyKyHome campaign. ​

Eat Healthy Live Healthy

Did you know? The amount of calories you need is based on your physical activity level, age, height, weight, and other unique health considerations. Get a personalized calorie recommendation by using the MyPlate Plan tool at https://www.myplate.gov/myplate-plan. Join the #OurHealthyKyHome campaign. 

Physical Fitness at Any Age

Physical activity is important for all women throughout their lives no matter their age, stage of life, or physical abilities. Visit https://womenshealth.gov/getting-active/physical-activity-all-women for tips on how to get active. Visit​OurHealthyKyHome.ky.gov to learn more. 

Improve Social Connections​

Making social connections can be hard, but a few small acts of connection can build supportive, meaningful relationships. To learn new ways you can improve your health through social connections, visit: https://www.cdc.gov/social-connectedness/improving/index.html. ​

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