On May 12-16, the Olson Center for Women’s Health at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, will host a week of free presentations, health screenings and a health fair. The goal of the events, which are open to the community, is to raise awareness about women’s health issues and educate women about simple steps they can take for healthier lives.
The events celebrate National Women’s Health Week, a nationwide initiative of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office on Women’s Health, to bring attention to the importance of women’s health.
“Our goal is to provide important health updates and promote the importance of being aware of health are screening and treatments,” said Sonja Kinney, M.D., medical director of the Olson Center and a UNMC associate professor in obstetrics and gynecology. “We know that many women are the main care provider for their families- and if they get the message that their health is important, we’ll get that to translate to better health for everyone.”
Wellness fair
Monday, May 12
9 a.m. to 1 p.m. – education, demonstrations, and giveaways
Durham Outpatient Center West Atrium
Self-defense demonstration
Wednesday – May 14
Noon to 1 p.m. – self-defense class and demonstration, presented by Tactical 88
Durham Outpatient Center West Atrium
Presentations (registration required)
Olson Center, Durham Outpatient Center, 4th floor
Tuesday, May 13
11 a.m. – “Your Teeth & Your Health,” Kristopher Hasstedt, D.D.S. and Alan Hergenrader, D.D.S., UNMC College of Dentistry
12:15 p.m. – “Teen Health & Pregnancy,” Libby Crockett, M.D., UNMC Department of obstetrics and gynecology, (nursing credit available)
Wednesday, May 14
12:30 p.m. “An Update on Pregnancy Testing and What it Means,” Ramzy Nakad, M.D., UNMC Department of obstetrics and gynecology, (nursing credit available)
Thursday, May 15
11 a.m. – “Why Am I Not Losing Weight?” Nessie Ferguson, nutrition therapist, The Nebraska Medical Center
12:15 p.m. – “What if I’m Not Ready? Alternatives to Hysterectomy,” Laura Cudzilo, M.D., UNMC Department of obstetrics and gynecology
Free health screenings
Each day from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Olson Center, Durham Outpatient Center, 4th floor
Tuesday, May 13
DermaScan sun damage screenings, sleep issues and treatment devices
Thursday, May 15
Glaucoma, hearing tests, latest in eye frame fashions display
Friday, May 16
Massage, acupuncture, blood pressure, body mass index measurements
To learn more about women’s health week at the Olson Center or to register, please visit www.olsoncenter.com or call 402-559-6345. For more information about National Women’s Health Week, go to http://www.womenshealth.gov/whw.
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