This October, Catholic Medical Center will host a four-part women’s lecture series on the topic of Menopause.  The lectures include:

Menopause…It’s not just a musical!
Thursday, October 4 • 7PM
Deborah Enegess, MD • Deb Couyou, CNM • Bedford Women’s Care Associates
Catholic Medical Center • 100 McGregor Street
Join Dr. Deborah Enegess and certified nurse midwife Deb Couyou for an evening of valuable information on managing menopause.   Attendees will hear the findings of The Women’s Health Initiative study, learn about hormone replacement therapy and other treatment options for managing menopause.  Along the way, you’ll hear stories of real women and their menopause coping techniques.  

Staying Fit during Menopause
Thursday, October 18 • 7PM
Denise Housman, M.S., Exercise Physiology • Cardiovascular Wellness Department
Donna Lannan, MSPT • CMC Outpatient Rehabilitation Services
Catholic Medical Center • 100 McGregor Street
Strength loss, weight gain, belly fat, osteoporosis and heart disease; many women approaching menopause have these concerns. Exercise can be the key to physical and emotional well-being.  This program will deliver a no-nonsense hands on approach.  The program will focus on aspects of cardiovascular fitness, strength training, core muscle training, balance and flexibility exercises designed to target perimenopausal issues.

Eating Your Weigh through Menopause
Thursday, October 11 • 7PM
Jacqui Cuddihy RD, LD, CDE • CMC Nutrition Services
Catholic Medical Center • 100 McGregor Street
This presentation will provide insight into the physiological changes which predispose women to weight gain during menopause.  Discover how a well balanced diet is important for good health, and learn about changes in nutrient needs as well as the use of supplements to manage symptoms.

Catholic Medical Center Recognizes Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Be Pampered at the Breast Care Center at Catholic Medical Center
Thursday, October 25 • 6PM
In special recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Breast Care Center invites you to come and be pampered for the night.  Representatives from a variety of local businesses and community programs will be on hand to inspire and educate women on good nutrition and to advise on inner and outer body techniques. 

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.  During the entire month of October, Catholic Medical Center will send to interested persons a breast cancer risk assessment tool.  Simply request a copy by calling, ASK-A-NURSE, at 626.2626, and then bring your questions to your primary care provider to discuss.   If you do not have a primary care provider, ASK-A-NURSE can make a referral. 

Pre-registration for Catholic Medical Center’s Community Health Services educational programming is required.  For more information or to register, call ASK-A-NURSE® at 626-2626.