The card provides women with guidelines for practicing good breast health, statistics on the prevalence of breast cancer and information to help them determine if they are eligible for a free or reduced cost mammogram through the Mother's Day Mammogram program. Women who qualify will be referred to a local participating mammography provider. Mrs. Engler has long been a vocal advocate for women. The Every Woman initiative focuses on increased awareness and education on heart disease and stroke, cancer, osteoporosis, depression and menopause. The First Lady is working with leading health providers, survivors and community activists to encourage women to reduce their risk for these serious health problems.
Women are major contributors to the health and well-being of families.