Women’s wellness exams play an essential role in protecting long-term health and preventing serious illness. This resource is designed for Afghan men who are involved in healthcare decisions within their families and want to better understand women’s preventive care. The culturally adapted video series explains the purpose of wellness exams, patient rights in the U.S. healthcare system, privacy protections, and what happens during an exam. By understanding this process, men can provide informed and supportive encouragement to their wives or female family members. All videos are available in English, Pashto, and Dari to ensure accessibility for Afghan communities.
Video Series 1: Introduction to the Women’s Wellness Exam
This session introduces Afghan men to the purpose and importance of women’s wellness exams, encouraging them to support their wives and family members in accessing care.
Video Links:
- English: https://youtu.be/47tFOAV8fLs
- Pashto: https://youtu.be/ItHvWNoWl5E
- Dari: https://youtu.be/ZrATMZlhnRk
Video Series 2: Women’s Wellness — Patient Rights in the U.S.
This session explains the rights of women in the U.S. healthcare system, including dignity, privacy, non-discrimination, and the right to request interpreters or female providers. Men learn how they can help ensure these rights are respected.
Video Links:
- English: https://youtu.be/rXtCGY92kLs
- Pashto: https://youtu.be/mt2dYLgunZ0
- Dari: https://youtu.be/YBe8bo9rQkc
Video Series 3: Women’s Wellness — Understanding What Happens During a Wellness Exam
This session helps men understand the process of a women’s wellness exam, including breast exams, pelvic exams, and Pap tests, so they can provide informed support to their wives or female family members.
Video Links:
- English: https://youtu.be/7k1QyHFf4so
- Pashto: https://youtu.be/naCw69guOZA
- Dari: https://youtu.be/VUWK4MvLs7k
Resources
For more information and related health education materials, visit:
https://mhi.taskforce.org/health-education/afghan-health-education/womens-wellness/