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2008 Health Initiatives
Every year, Speaking of Women's Health presents several National Health Initiatives at every conference - which include Breakout Sessions and Health Screenings. In 2008, the National Health Initiatives are:
Discovering the ‘Super Powers’ of Smart Skincare
Map out your Battle Plan in the War on Skin aging…Fend off the Attack of The Wrinkles. Partner with The Protective Powers of Sunscreen and Combat the Villainous Dark Eye Circles. Build the skills needed each day to become a lifetime member of the Smart Skin Care Super Heroes Team!
Sponsored by: L’Oréal Paris, Maybelline New York and Garnier
Your Joint Pain is Personal… So is Your Treatment
Can you no longer participate in an activity you enjoy because of chronic joint pain? Do you feel like you are on the sidelines of your life rather than in the game? Learn about arthritis and personalized treatment options for your pain.
Sponsored by: Stryker Orthopaedics
Making the Most of Your Doctor’s Appointment
Sponsored by: Stryker Orthopaedics
Do you know how to make the most of your time with your doctor? Learn what you can do to make your 15 minutes with your doctor beneficial for both of you.
Health News Below Your “Super Hero” Belt: - For Women and the Girls in Their Lives
Moms and other women of influence need to know the facts about healthy living and being the positive health example for the girls and young women in their lives– especially during adolescence and young adulthood. What will you say when "the time is right"? Everyday is the right time to be a girl’s healthy role model–because what you do is so much more important than what you say.
Sponsored by: Gardasil [Human Papillomavirus Quadrivalent (Types 6, 11, 16, and 18) Vaccine, Recombinant]
Strong Women, Strong Bones
Affecting about 28 million people in the United States, osteoporosis is a disease that thins and weakens bones to the point where they can break easily. Learn more about maintaining your bone health as you age and how to build stronger bones.
Sponsored by: Novartis
Discover Your Everyday ‘Me Time’
As moms, we’re used to juggling our family and work lives. Find out how to relax, renew and restore – and how to make everyday moments a chance to engage with your child. And how to find time everyday to take care of you, too!
Sponsored by: Huggies
You and Your Heart – What You Need to Know
Without regard to race or ethnicity, heart disease is the leading killer of women. Could you be at risk? Learn how simple lifestyle changes can keep your heart healthy.
Sponsored by: National Speaking of Women’s Health Foundation
Diabetes: Prevention and Treatment
One in three people with Diabetes are unaware they have the disease. Are you or your family at risk? Do you know what signs to look for? Learn the risks, symptoms and the advances in the treatment of Diabetes.
Sponsored by:National Speaking of Women’s Health Foundation
Gift Bag
At the conference, attendees receive a beautiful gift bag that contains educational materials and fabulous gifts that are provided by Local and National Sponsors.
Health Screening
Throughout the day, there are scheduled Power breaks when women can take advantage of valuable health screenings.
Continental Breakfast
During the continental breakfast, women review their program and choose the breakout sessions to attend for the day. This is an opportune time to network, make new friends, and connect with others that may have similar healthcare concerns or interests.
Morning Keynote Presentation
Following the morning keynote presentation, attendees go to breakout sessions. These sessions are on a multitude of topics and attendees choose from approximately 20 to 24 sessions that they would like to attend.
Lunch
Women enjoy an elegant sit-down lunch with festive decorations that add to the celebratory atmosphere. During lunch, Speaking of Women's Health awards to our selected Honorees, special Utah women, who have made extraordinary contributions to our community.
Afternoon Keynote Presentation
Following the lunch, there is the afternoon keynote presentation.
The day ends with additional breakout sessions and time to visit the health screenings and sponsor booths.
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