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Marshall psychology department sponsors
Women’s Wellness Day at Pullman Square

Huntington, W. Va. - Marshall University’s psychology department will sponsor Women’s Wellness Day at Pullman Square in Huntington Saturday, May 17 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Women attending the event will have the opportunity to receive free health education and screenings.

The event is being held in connection with National Women’s Health Week, which is sponsored by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office on Women’s Health.

“National Women’s Health Week is important because it encourages women to make their health a top priority,” said Dr. Pamela Mulder, professor of psychology at Marshall “Often, women are the caregivers for their families and forget to take care of themselves. With National Women’s Health Week we remind women that they too need to visit the doctor, make sure their screenings are up-to-date and just take a minute to think about their health.”

Numerous community healthcare organizations will be participating. Cabell Huntington Hospital Breast Health Center will provide free osteoporosis screening, healthy breast education, and massage therapy. Dr. Linda Savory from Cabell Huntington’s Women’s and Family Medical Center will provide confidential screening results. Savory’s office will also provide basic health screens, including blood pressure, pulse oximetry and glucose. The Marshall University Psychology Clinic will offer information about women and mental health, including postpartum depression and weight management. Prestera Center will offer information about women and addiction. CONTACT and Branches will distribute information concerning women and sexual assault and domestic violence. The Marshall University Biomedical Sciences Department will present their latest research findings regarding nutrition and cancer. Curves will educate women about the importance of regular, healthy exercise. Shawn Bresnahan will be offering two Healthy Heart Cooking demonstrations at noon and 1 p.m. at LeCook Store.

In addition, Pullman Square merchants, including Empire Books & News, Inspired, Heels, Runway Couture, Merle Norman, Edible Arrangements, Cold Stone Creamery and Benny’s Cheesesteak, will offer promotional specials during the hours of the event. In addition, Pullman Square and downtown merchants, including Inspired, Heels, Runway Couture, LeCook Store, Mug & Pia, Cold Stone Creamery, Benny’s Cheesesteak, Starbuck’s and Max & Erma’s have provided door prizes to be given away to women participating in the wellness event.

National Women’s Health Week is a nationwide initiative that calls attention to the importance of women’s health. During the week, families, health organizations, businesses, communities, the government and individuals come together to raise awareness about women’s health issues and educate women about simple steps they can take for a longer, healthier and happier lives. The theme for National Women’s Health Week 2008 is “It’s Your Time: Get Inspired. Get Healthy.”  

To learn more about Women’s Wellness Day at Pullman Square, please contact either Penny Koontz at (740) 354-8005 or Sallie Richards at (304) 733-4233.