It’s not too late to register for “Life Smart for Women” classes offered by McHenry County Department of Health (MCDH) on Thursdays beginning May 12 (ending June 30) from 7pm-8:30pm at the Woodstock Recreation Center 820 Lake Avenue . Child care is available for $1/child. This FREE 8-week interactive educational program is designed for women 18 and older and focuses on empowering women to make their health a top priority by making healthier choices. Lead by MCDH’s Lila Keller, BSN, RN, pre-registration is required at 815-338-4363.
The “Life Smart for Women” program will provide participants with skill building tools, goal setting and self-help tips to improve their health. Discussion topics will include nutrition, coping with stress, dealing with tobacco, alcohol, drugs and violence, and how to stay healthy through all ages of our life. They will also have the opportunity to evaluate their own personal risk factors for developing chronic diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease and stroke. Free cardiovascular screenings will be provided.
National Women's Health Week (May 8-14) is a week-long health observance coordinated by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Office on Women’s Health http://www.womenshealth.gov/whw/. It brings together communities, businesses, government, health organizations, and other groups in an effort to promote women's health. It encourages women to take steps to improve their physical and mental health and lower their risks of certain diseases. For more information, call Lila Keller at 815-334-4510 or visit www.mcdh.info
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