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Women's Health
The Lee County Health Department and the Office of
Women's Health are working everyday to increase the awareness of
women's health issues. Our mission is to ensure that all women and
girls are healthier and have a better sense of well-being.
 Women's Health / GYN Clinic
Women's Health Services provide family planning,
cancer and sexually transmitted disease screenings, as well as
treatment for uncomplicated gynecologic problems through our clinic.
Also, specially trained nurse practitioners are available for
further diagnostic testing in the event of an abnormal pap smear.
PAP Test
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Appointments:
Lee County Health Department
83 Pondella Rd.
North Fort Myers, FL 33903
(239) 461-6100
Family Planning
Our Family Planning Clinic provides testing,
counseling and family planning support. We offer a variety of
current methods of birth control, such as:
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Confidential Pregnancy Testing
and
Emergency Contraception
Available
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There's no charge for the contraceptive chosen,
only for the
office visit.
We also participate in the Title X Program for
female and male sterilization. This an income-based,
federally-funded program.
Take a simple survey to help you choose the best method of birth control for you: www.bestmethodforme.com
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What to expect at any age:
 Tweens (9-12 years)
During adolescence, your body goes through many changes. You are
becoming a woman. This time in your life is called
puberty.
During puberty you will notice changes such as new body hair, a
different body shape, and getting your
period. Learning about the
exciting changes going on with your body will help you get
through them, even if you are feeling unsure of yourself. The
first step is to get to know your
body. Realize that we are all
different and unique. Getting to know your body, and learning to
love the woman you are becoming, will do wonders for
your
emotional health. Heard a health term, but you aren't sure what it is?
Look it up!
Tween Links:
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 Teens (13-19 years)
By now, you have probably gotten your period and realized that a
lot is going on with your body. Now would be the time to take a
more in depth look at
your reproductive system. While you have
become more confident, and realized that all girls go through
these changes, you will need to be sure to practice good hygiene.
Practicing good
hygiene and feeling confident about your new
body are great tools that boost your
self-esteem. As you get
older, you will also realize that you have different feelings
about the opposite sex. You may start thinking about dating and
having a steady boyfriend. While these are all natural thoughts
and feelings, you should get the facts before you go any
further. Some girls your age are already having sex. It’s really best to
wait until you are older to be sexually active. There is so much
to think about emotionally! You would also be at risk for
pregnancy, or getting an STD. It’s
important to talk about these things with a parent, teacher or
counselor. Sometimes our friends don’t have accurate facts!
Teens Medical Exams
Teen Links:
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 Young Women (20-39 years)
At this point in your life, you have graduated from childhood
into adulthood. Adolescence is over. As you go through the next
years of your life, you will be dating and thinking about
marriage. Before you become sexually active, it’s important to
think about family planning and STD risks. It’s very important
that you continue to be physically active, as it is during thee
years that your metabolism starts to slow, and health issues can
start to arise. For this reason, it is very important to start
actively maintaining your
health and well-being.
Young Women Medical Exams:
Take a simple survey to help you choose the best method of birth control for you: www.bestmethodforme.com
Young Women Links:
www.managingcontraception.com
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 Middle-Age Women (40-59 years)
You have just entered a new walk of life with many changes. You
are achieving career goals, raising children and basically doing
it all. As you achieve your goals it is important to take time
out for yourself to
relax. Remember to complete the recommended
screenings, and make the appropriate lifestyle adjustments to
prevent the development of chronic diseases. Prior to your body
going through
menopause, be familiar with the symptoms and voice
any concerns you may have with your physician.
Middle- Age Medical Exams:
Take a simple survey to help you choose the best method of birth control for you: www.bestmethodforme.com
Middle-Age Links:
www.managingcontraception.com
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Mature Women (60+ years)
You are as young as you feel! The important thing to remember
when you are a mature woman is that eating right and staying
active keeps your spirit and body well. Being active strengthens
your bones and helps prevent
osteoporosis and fractures. Live
life well.
Mature Women Medical Exams:
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 Pregnant Women
When you decide to start a family, you need to make sure that
you consult your physician regarding any changes you will need
to make to your
current lifestyle. There are many things to
consider when you are
getting pregnant. If you think you are
pregnant, it is important to understand the
signs and symptoms
of pregnancy. Caring for yourself will be vital to your unborn
child’s health. Proper diet and exercise are essential to your
pregnancy wellness. It will not be hard, though, to get excited
about your
baby’s development, and taking on the tender
challenge of
labor and birth.
Pregnant Women Medical Exams:
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Heard a term, but you aren't sure what it is?
Look it up!
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For more information, or to make an appointment, contact:
Lee County Health Department
83 Pondella Road
North Fort Myers, FL 33903
(239)
461-6100 |
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