Minnesota women have unique health & lifestyle opportunities & challenges. From our people, to our landscapes and our weather, Minnesota is a place of rich diversity. This page provides links to local information to help you and your family locate healthy activities & health resources in Minnesota.

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Bicycling
Bicycling is a low-cost way to get around and get exercise at the same time. Here you will find resources on bike paths in Minnesota, safety tips and other useful information for bicyclists.

Breast and Cervical Cancer: SAGE Screening Program
The SAGE Screening Program is a statewide comprehensive breast and cervical cancer screening program whose primary objective is to increase the proportion of age appropriate women who are screened for breast and cervical cancer by providing free screening and follow-up services to uninsured and underinsured women, reaching out to women who may not have regular health care providers, educating the public about the importance of screening, raising awareness among health professionals and developing statewide partnerships to promote screening

Boat and Water Safety
With thousands of lakes and rivers, boating safety is important for many families in Minnesota. Here you will find information on Minnesota’s boating laws and how to avoid accidents on the water.

Environmental health
Many environmental health issues have distinct affects on women’s health, especially during pregnancy. The Minnesota Department of Health website includes information on the State’s environmental health issues including lead, asbestos and healthy drinking water. Because many lake fish contain contaminants, you will also find guidelines on eating fish in Minnesota.

Health Care Services
This Web site connects you with a wide range of information about the cost and quality of health care in Minnesota. It is designed to be a clearinghouse of health care information, whether you want to compare certain providers, learn how to be a wise health care consumer, or better manage your personal health. The site was created by the Governor's Health Cabinet to help all Minnesotans better understand health care options, costs and quality.

Health Insurance
The Department of Human Services provides information on Medical Assistance health coverage in multiple languages.

Minnesota Women’s Press Directory
The Minnesota Women’s Directory is a unique guide to local services and products for women. The Directory is published annually by the Minnesota Women’s Press.

Outdoor Activities: Find the Closest Location
Search by the type of outdoor activity you want to do and find the closest park.