Upstate Women's Health Network, Downtown Committee to celebrate National Women's Health & Fitness Day in Syracuse
SYRACUSE, N.Y.--Upstate’s Women’s Health Network will join the Downtown Committee to celebrate the 14th Annual National Women’s Health & Fitness Day Wednesday, Sept. 30, by hosting a health fair and celebration at the SUNY Oswego Metro Center in Clinton Square. The fair runs from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
The event is free and is open to the public. Many services will provide information about healthy living--eating healthy, staying active--health screenings and mini talks improving work/life balance.
This event will be one of hundreds of events across the country helping to promote active, healthy lifestyles through physical fitness, good nutrition and preventive care. According to Cathy Patrick, coordinator for Upstate Women’s Health, “Our health fair is a wonderful opportunity for women to make, renew, and revitalize their commitment to live healthier lives through better health and fitness.”
Mini-talks are among of the highlights of the event and include:
Stay Fit At Your Desk
Chair exercises, tips and fun demos for fitness and mobility in the workplace
Techniques to Strengthen and Tone Your Pelvic Floor
Life events like childbirth and middle age can change pelvic tone. Under guidance by our experts, learn how to improve tone and prevent progression of low tone.
Heath Wealth for the Mind and Body
Wellness includes health of both our minds and bodies. Learn about the mind-body health connections and their impact on overall health.
Portion Distortion
Portion sizes have changed over the years. Portion size and awareness can have a significant impact on our daily intake and overall health. Learn about portion control and awareness tips.
Food Labels and How to Read Them
Reading food labels to identify not only what is in food but how much of certain vitamins and minerals the food contains can be confusing. Learn tips for reading and understanding food labels.
The Pendulum of Breast Cancer Surgery: Will Breast Cancer Surgeons Become Extinct?
The information available about breast cancer, breast cancer detection and treatment options has evolved over time. Learn about the changes and the direction of breast cancer and surgery from the experts.
