It's time, ladies! Coffey Health System’s 29th Women’s Health Conference is on Wednesday, October 9. The event begins with a 5:30 p.m. social hour in the Burlington High School commons area. Appetizers will be served. Presentations begin in the theater at 6:30 p.m.
The Women’s Health Conference combines lifesaving information with a fun atmosphere. Women of all ages are welcome. Admission is free, but advanced registration is strongly encouraged. It’s easy to do, call (620) 364-4507.
“We’re excited to welcome everyone back,” said CHS Marketing Director Tracy Campbell. “A great evening is planned, highlighting mental/brain health and new breast MRI services at Coffey Health System.”
New CHS Chief Executive Officer Stacy Augustyn is the evening’s emcee. Speakers include Licensed Therapist Amy Osner and Mammography Technologist Lynn Bolen. Osner will discuss common mental health issues women face at each stage of life, and introduce a new partnership between The University of Kansas Health System and Coffey Health System. Bolen will review breast MRI technology at Coffey County Hospital. Additionally, Audrey Dunkel, vice president for governmental relations at the Kansas Hospital Association, will review the differences between traditional Medicare and Medicare Advantage plans.
“Even if we haven’t reached age 65 yet, many of our parents, friends, and neighbors are facing decisions about Medicare plans, which makes it important that we all understand the risks and benefits. This is especially important in rural areas like ours,” said Campbell. “Dunkel will highlight key differences between traditional Medicare and the more restrictive Medicare Advantage option.”
Fun and informational booths will also be featured during the social hour. Participants can receive their annual flu shot, book an appointment for CHS & The University of Kansas Health System’s upcoming Brain Health Day, and schedule their mammogram.
“One in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime, so it is vital that women understand the importance of mammography and that they know the facts about breast cancer,” explains Lead Mammography Technologist Lynn Bolen. “We encourage women of all ages to know their family history and learn about risk factors of breast cancer.”