Taking Care of You

Taking Care of You is refreshing in its approach to empowering women with practical knowledge of medical conditions, highlighting the impact of sex and gender differences in medicine, and encouraging diverse participation in clinical research trials to advance our knowledge of women's health. Vivian W. Pinn, M.D., Former Director, Office of Research on Women's Health, NIH The medical system was not built to care for women. Taking Care of You was written by women for women and not only dives into this current failure of modern medicine but goes in deep to that next critical step - what women can do to get the lifesaving care they need. Alyson J. McGregor, M.D., Professor of Emergency Medicine and author of Sex Matters Taking Care of You is an illuminating and groundbreaking book packed with eye-opening evidence-based insights from two leading trailblazers on women`s health that will change how we think and address this critical issue for generations to come. It brings into clear focus why women have never been able to reach their full health potential and what we can do to ensure every woman is given a fair opportunity to thrive in our society. This is an essential resource for all health equity champions. Daniel E. Dawes, JD, Executive Director, Satcher Health Leadership Institute at Morehouse School of Medicine and author of The Political Determinants of Health This book is an excellent resource for all women, and highlights areas where race and ethnicity, in particular, impact women. Elena Rios, M.D., M.S.P.H., MACP, President & CEO, National Hispanic Medical Association Taking Care of You breaks down in a very clear and concise format information every woman should know, including information about common health conditions and ways in which women can be effectively empowered to make the right decisions for themselves. This book is a must-read for women of all ages. Garth Graham, M.D., M.P.H., FACP, FACC, Director and Global Head of Healthcare and Public Health Google/ Head of YouTube Health Taking Care of You has the kind of information that women need to obtain more equitable healthcare. The mission of this book is aligned with that of the White Institute to support, educate and advocate for those individuals impacted by healthcare disparities. I sincerely believe that my fellow humans can utilize this book to empower themselves and their communities to achieve better health. Augustus White III, MD, PhD, CEO Emeritus August A. White III Institute Ellen and Melvin Gordon Distinguished Professor of Medical Education and Professor of Orthopedic Surgery at Harvard Medical School and past Orthopaedic Surgeon-in-Chief at Beth Israel Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts. Taking Care of You is an insightful guide to help women understand and advocate for their health, as well as gain an understanding of the many healthcare inequities that exist in women's healthcare today. I'd highly recommend this resource to any woman! Jennifer Gates, MD Candidate *It is my privilege to recommend this service driven publication . Dr. Mary O'Connor has spent her entire career advocating for Medical equity. This book is further deposit on her life mission of making health care available to the marginalized and disadvantaged. I encourage those who have a heart for changing the medical landscape to explore the insights captured on these pages. I have no doubt that this effort will help us reach our goal of accessible heath care in America and beyond. Dr. W. Franklyn Richardson Chair, Conference of National Black Churches This is a timely book is full of important information, practical guidance and perspectives to help guide the health journeys' of all women who strive daily to better care for themselves, their families and communities. Wayne J. Riley, M.D., MPH, MBA, MACP President Emeritus, American College of Physicians President, SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University As a women's health advocate, I have always encouraged women to advocate for themselves as we do not receive the same health care as men, whether it is diagnosis, treatment or access to healthcare. That's why I was thrilled to see this book by Dr. Mary O'Connor and Kanwal Haq. They have very elegantly addressed topics that matter most to women so that women can take charge of their health and improve their lives and wellbeing. Monica P. Mallampalli, PhD CEO and Founder Institute for Women's Health Strategies