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Women’s Health in Maine
Although men and women in Maine face many of the same health issues, health problems for women are often different. Symptoms for some diseases, such as heart attacks, are different for women than they are for men. Some conditions are more common in women, such as osteoporosis, breast cancer or depression. Other conditions, like pregnancy and menopause, only effect women.
Facts:
- More Maine women die from heart disease than men
- More Maine women die from stroke than men
- Maine women are more likely to be victims of reported domestic assault
On average, Maine women earn 75 cents for every dollar earned by men in our state. However, their out-of-pocket expenses for health services are about 68% more than what is paid by men of the same age. (From Healthy Maine 2010: Opportunities for All, Maine CDC)
You will find links and resources for common health issues faced by women in Maine below. Need help finding care or paying for health services? Try our Paying for Care and Finding Care sections.
News on Women's Health
More National News- Most Young, Black Females Are Not Getting HPV VaccineMedlinePlus, 2/4/09
- Sheehan's syndromeMayo Clinic, 1/31/09
- Some Heart Failure Meds May Raise Fracture Risk in WomenMedlinePlus, 1/27/09
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