Valuable links from your May 2026 edition of Through the Wire:
Page 1
One Size Does Not Fit All
Men and women have very different health care needs.
Did you know that there is an entire department dedicated to women’s health at the Department of Health and Human Services? Visit womenshealth.gov to learn more about the Office on Women’s Health and women’s health issues.
Know Your Benefits to Take Charge of Your Good Health
Don’t forget that the EWTF has well-woman health benefits that include one routine pap smear per year and one mammogram per year for women age 35 and older
Plan information on these screenings, gynecological care, maternity coverage and general health care coverage is always available through the EWTF Summary Plan Description at www.ewtf.org/health-benefits-spd/table-of-contents.
Page 2
Heart Disease Is a Heavy Burden on Women
Heart disease is the #1 health risk for women, yet only 56% of women know that heart disease is the top health risk they face.
Hello Heart is a EWTF partner provider that can help all of our participants—men and women—take control of their heart health., visit https://preferences.helloheart.com/EWTF
Page 3
Menopause is a natural, common part of a woman’s lifetime reproductive cycle yet myths and misconceptions about menopause abound.
Seeking out professional help, such as the services offered through the Revive and Thrive program with BHS, our employee assistance provider, can help take the edge off menopause, Call 800-327-2251 or visit https://member.myrevive.health/selfsignup?code=IBEW. Use code IBEW. You can also download the Revive & Thrive app for your smartphone or tablet
Progeny can help you navigate such issues as family planning, fertility, pregnancy, and, yes, menopause. Reach out to Progyny via email at education@progyny.com.