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U.S. DHHS Office on Women's Health website for girls ages 10 - 16. We have resources for parents and teachers too!

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Happy #WomensHistoryMonth ! Celebrate by learning about #IncredibleWomen like @Astro_Ellen , the first Hispanic woman in space and current director of @Nasa_Johnson Space Center. 👩‍🚀🚀
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"Just because you are different doesn't make you a bad person. In fact, I think it’s the opposite." – @JazzJennings__ http://t.co/SMBxZm4ugN
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Anyone who has been in the military is a veteran. Say thanks to the #womenVets in your life this #VeteransDay !
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PLEASE RT! Take the anti-bullying pledge and take a stand against bullying. http://t.co/famOjSG7dc http://t.co/v9BowpyRPj
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Be an #upstander and offer support to someone who is being bullied. #StopBullying
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Let bullies know that being mean is NOT okay. http://t.co/5wyY9ZrAaY #StopBullying365 http://t.co/HfRenFJ168
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Girls who participate in sports are less likely to do drugs, less likely to get pregnant, & more likely to graduate high school! #khchat
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Eating healthy can make your body feel great. And it can help you maintain a healthy weight.
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Anyone who has been in the military is a veteran. Say thanks to the #WomenVets in your life this #VeteransDay !
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Today, we honor Dr. Maya Angelou, who inspires women around the world. http://t.co/sI50jmCKbe
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You may use smoking as a way to fit in, but sometimes fitting in is overrated. #StopSmoking #GreatAmericanSmokeOut
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Watch gymnast @jordyn_wieber fly through the air & talk about prom! via @NIDAnews50 @naturalhigh : http://t.co/JFEFHqw7Pz #DrugFacts
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#girls are amazing! Don’t let anything get in the way of your dreams. #dayofthegirl
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A plant-based diet doesn’t have to be basic! Salads are great, but there are so many other foods that #vegetarians can enjoy! Check out a few of them here: . #EatHealthy #NationalNutritionMonth
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FACT: You can’t tell by a girl’s size if she has an eating disorder. http://t.co/zd8sOKIL0J #NEDAwareness
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Real friends stick it out, even when things get tough. ♥ if you agree!
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“You MUST do the things you think you cannot do.” – Eleanor Roosevelt #NWHW http://t.co/Vp61mWLC1b
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Love what makes you YOU. Find the confidence to embrace your 🌟 with these tips: . #selflove #confidence
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You are what you drink. (Drink water!) http://t.co/7qJl5aCC5H #H2O http://t.co/oXPPO4cG5A
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Getting enough sleep can help you do better in school AND feel less stressed. http://t.co/JWVpFCtkNl #fact http://t.co/U3NpOXpbhB
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If you’ve lost a family member or had a hard year, you might feel down around the #holidays — and that’s okay.
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Dads! Try a new activity with your daughter this weekend like kayaking or fishing!
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Congratulations to 17-year-old #MalalaYousafzai for being the youngest #nobelpeaceprize winner! #girlhero http://t.co/ue0fdhBk2m
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You are what you drink. (Drink water!) http://t.co/atLw7O3g4c #H2O http://t.co/LGeJanHPW6
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#Parents : Even if you think #bullying isn't an issue, ask your daughter about it ———> http://t.co/I4CKhE7Zrk
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"Just because you are different doesn't make you a bad person. In fact, I think it’s the opposite." – @JazzJennings__ http://t.co/cxBkk8g3nI
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You don't have to be an athlete to be fit. You just have to sit less & move more! http://t.co/Wnx3W7tcKX #fact http://t.co/enHBdvEyaB
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Smart girls everywhere are saying, "no, thanks" to #drugs . Practice saying it out loud so you’re prepared. #NDAFW
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Remember, no amount of smoking is a safe amount of smoking. #safetyfirst #smokefreeteen
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IMPORTANT: Parents, talk with your daughter if you think she is #bullying other kids. http://t.co/RMwKenah6t http://t.co/7qYhMVF499
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Q: Does vegetarian eating = healthy eating? A: #Vegetarian eating CAN be #healthyeating if you make sure to get the nutrients you need. Thinking about going veg? Here’s what you should know: .
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Exercise during teen years (beginning at 12) can help protect girls from breast cancer when they are older. http://t.co/C2tAOFgmwF #khchat
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What makes a healthy friendship? #truefriends
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You may have many feelings when dealing w/ grief & sudden loss. You don’t have to deal w/ them alone. 24/7 teen helpline: 1-800-448-3000.
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Hurt and pain isn’t always visible. Know the warning signs for #suicide and #BeThe1To save a life.
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Stretching is important to help lengthen and loosen your muscles. Get our top 7 stretches! http://go.usa.gov/WBD
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Talk to your daughter about #bullying and what to do if it happens to her or her friends. http://t.co/WeNdVQI68k
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Sparklers burn hot enough to melt metal. For July 4th, use glow sticks instead! They’re safer and last longer.
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The 1st woman licensed to practice medicine in GA! #IncredibleWomen #WomensHistoryMonth
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RT: Talk to your daughter about #bullying and what to do if it happens to her or her friends.
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. @monnie22 plays for the #WNBA & she wants to help you feel more confident about your talents! http://t.co/RQKAd8AsPH http://t.co/XvoKSrYMQT
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Smoking pot affects your memory & ability to learn. Teens who do it are more likely to get lower grades. http://t.co/aBQ5E3wAK3 #drugfree
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All #STDs are preventable. Have you talked w/ your bae about #safesex ? Learn more at . #KTFF
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Study hard and try to get good grades in every class. Your future self will thank you. #AmbitiousGirl
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Parents! If your daughter is being bullied, make sure she knows she can talk to you or other trusted adults. http://t.co/APS4wlDidS
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#PARENTS ! Share these tips on how to build strong, happy, healthy relationships w/ your daughter.
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♥ THIS: Love your life, not your phone! Focus on what’s around you. #DontTextAndDrive
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What can other girls do to help stop #sexualbullying ? "We need to speak up for each other. Every time." #UnSlut
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“Respect your body. Eat well. Dance forever.” –Eliza Gaynor Minden #NWHW http://t.co/Kc7hSTGCXO
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New research shows teens who exercise regularly (about 60 mins every day) burn more calories and use blood sugar more efficiently. #khchat
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Share this --> The end of bullying begins with YOU. http://t.co/m9v7Fcv6Y6
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Healthy relationships require communication and commitment. http://go.usa.gov/W2b
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RT: Don’t compare yourself to others. Girls, you are #beautiful . #SmileOn
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Just because someone doesn’t say "no" it doesn't mean she is saying "yes." Silence is not consent.
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Parents! Are you setting a good example for your daughter? Help her respect & protect her body: http://t.co/UpqRUvYT5F
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Parents: Bullying doesn’t just happen at school. It can happen anywhere, even at home. http://t.co/hzQbC4EW35
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Let bullies know that being mean is not cool. #antibully
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Being a teen girl is tough. Sometimes you have to stop and breathe to help reduce the #stress .
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Teens exposed to more sex in movies started having sex younger, had more partners & were less likely to use condoms. http://t.co/SyHUC92I
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Regular exercise, including recess, can help you feel less stressed, improve self-esteem, and be ready to learn in school. #khchat
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RT! If someone sends you mean texts, show an adult you trust. #cyberbullying
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A1: Kids are not little adults! We can't expect them to sit for 8 hours straight. #khchat
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Authentic youth engagement benefits both youth and youth-serving programs. @HHSPopAffairs launched #OPAYouthCreate to promote youth participation and self-expression and give insight to programs about ways they can better meet the needs of youth.
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Parents! Heart disease is the #1 cause of death for women. Get girls started early with heart-healthy foods! http://t.co/kpJkX4Nc76
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Being active can boost sleep, build self-esteem, & bust stress. Get moving today! http://t.co/Sz7Rbr8u5s #activegirl
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If you see bullying, don’t laugh or join in. Let the bully know being mean is not okay. http://t.co/3jJjOWFurw #BeMoreThanABystander
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True friends: 🙌 Encourage and support you 🤗 Accept you for who you are ✋ Don't pressure you to do things that make you feel uncomfortable Find more #friendshipgoals here: .
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PLEASE RT! Take the anti-bullying pledge and take a stand against bullying. http://t.co/B9DKQcVdhT http://t.co/vK9bG0UMHy
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Education is key. There are still so many HIV/AIDS misconceptions, myths, and stereotypes. #NYHAADchat #KTFF
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It doesn’t matter if you wear makeup or not. Real beauty comes from the inside! #Wisdom4Life
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“No one deserves to be bullied.” –Chi Chi Monet http://t.co/YGeWkX8dnt http://t.co/9V0bNOOZuv http://t.co/AzKHQJhA3w
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If you aren’t feeling it this year, that’s ok. It is also ok to get help if you need it. #Health4theHolidays #lovingme
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Your most important summer accessory? H2O of course! 💦🥤 😎 Here’s how to #stayhydrated when the weather heats up: .
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Stand up and speak out for students who are being bullied at school.
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Share this pledge and stand up against bullying! http://t.co/GM14vSgQrD http://t.co/qFPYSsEkES
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Worry, sadness, and loneliness can be a normal part of life. But if these feelings get in the way of your everyday activities, it might be time to talk to an adult you trust.
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You know you have a good friend if she stays by your side through good & bad times. Hit “Like” if you agree!
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Don’t let the flu find you! Here’s the best way to prevent it: . #NIVW #FightFlu
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Did you know most teens don’t do drugs? RT this pledge to stay #drugfree . http://t.co/kqAqphFuXj http://t.co/LB8x7KHw2V
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. @monnie22 plays for the #WNBA & she wants to help you feel more confident about your talents! http://t.co/P56BS9F3ny http://t.co/giDybohgTn
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If your date has ever physically hurt you, tell a trusted adult right away. #TeenDVMonth http://t.co/JM6q1X1HG7 http://t.co/XRuJz4Pwtq
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Don’t be fooled — e-cigs, hookah pens, and vape pipes are just as bad for you as cigarettes. And just as addictive. http://t.co/MyXndYZCMB
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Do you have a #daughter ? Encourage her to eat healthier w/ these bite-size pieces of nutrition info —> http://t.co/aoXixuRRmG
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Your #parents and guardians are here to guide and comfort you. Let them know how you’re feeling. #TalkItOut
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“Life's most persistent and urgent question is, 'What are you doing for others?'” –Martin Luther King, Jr. Click here to find ways you can volunteer in your community: . #MLKDay #DayofService
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Share this pledge and stand up against bullying! http://t.co/dtLqIoGrMk
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Just because someone doesn’t say "no" it doesn't mean she is saying "yes." Silence is not consent.
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When your parents told you veggies 🥦🥒 would give you superpowers, 🌟 they weren’t far off! Learn how the vitamins in veggies can give you the power to take on the world ➡️ . #MoreMatters #HealthyEating
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RT! More than half of young people with #HIV don’t know they have it. The ONLY way to know is to get tested. http://t.co/vWnjaidNwu
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Dr. Virginia Apgar —> 1st woman to become full professor @ Columbia Med school. #IncredibleWomen #WomensHistoryMonth
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The flu is one nasty bug. Want to avoid it? Try these steps to stay safe during flu season. http://t.co/F18jJksIbP
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