2008 Initiatives

Speaking of Women’s Health’s Health Initiatives were be presented at every conference in 2008. Here are descriptions of the 2008 Health Initiatives:

Healthy Heart
Heart disease isn't just a “man's concern”- when combined with stroke, more than ½ of women will die due to heart-related problems. What can you do? Plenty! Learn about practical things you can do today to increase your heart health and improvements you can make in your overall lifestyle.
Sponsored by: NSWHF

Take Time for Beauty
L'Oréal Paris, Maybelline New York and Garnier want to share with you what’s new in the world of beauty! Makeup experts, hair stylists and skincare aestheticians will demonstrate professional application methods and answer your questions.
Sponsored by: L'

Oréal Paris, Maybelline New York and Garnier

It’s Time to Get Moving! A Healthy Lifestyle Starts with Healthy Joints
Learn about the common causes of joint pain and available treatment options, and gain a better understanding of your joints through the use of life-sized anatomical models.
Sponsored by: Stryker Orthopaedics

Six Life Lessons Children Need to Learn
Understand the six life lessons each child needs to learn about taking responsibility for their actions and accepting their consequences everyday. Parents, family members, and friends will learn practical suggestions for how those life lessons can be taught to children in the process of our everyday living.
Sponsored by: Huggies

Talking to Girls and Teens about Health and Self-Esteem
Did you know that your views on health, wellness and self-esteem can shape that of the next generation? Experts will share the latest information about women’s health, tips on how to balance your physical and emotional health, tools and activities to help today’s girl get a head start on finding her balance. This session will make a difference in your life and that of the next generation.
Sponsored by: Gardasil

Diabetes: Prevention and Treatment
1 in 4 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: Amylin Pharmaceuticals and Lilly Foundation