The Women's Health Center of DuBois |
| DRMC |
Making the difference for women! |
371-WOMN (9666) |
"At DRMC we are motivating women to make positive changes in their lives for better health through activities that include local health screenings, educational outreach, special events in the community, and participation in national health promotions and conferences."
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DRMC Spirit of Women Program
The Spirit of Women program at DuBois Regional Medical Center brings together health care providers and consumers dedicated to improving the health and wellness of all women. Membership is free and provides access to all of our programs and events plus valuable discounts at local restaurants, salons, specialty stores, and more.
Women in our community, and across the country, are committed to leading healthier, happier and more active lives. They are women like you...mothers, sisters, daughters and best friends. They are Spirit of Women members and through this unique program you can join us to celebrate the joys of being a woman.
Through your complimentary membership you will gain access to:
- Exclusive health education programs - including a menu of events for new moms and women conquering midlife
- Fun events that celebrate being a woman, including the national Day of Dance for Cardiovascular Health and Girls Night Out
- Discounts at local businesses
- A sisterhood of women who care about their health
- And much MORE!
For more information contact The Women’s Health Center of DuBois at (814) 371-WOMN (9666).
Spirit of Women
DRMC is part of the Spirit of Women Hospital Network, a coalition of leading hospitals in over 60 U.S. cities joined together to advance women's health (members site). Spirit of Women is a national movement led by member hospitals across the United States and supported by corporate partners and national media with the goal to move women to take action for better health …mind, body and spirit.
HeartCaring
HeartCaring is a nationwide clinical outreach program with a focus on a gender-specific approach to cardiovascular disease, administered with educational support from the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. The American Vascular Association is also a primary partner in the project. HeartCaring utilizes a three-prong approach that includes hospitals, clinicians, and consumers. This program is geared towards hospital employees and physician practices, especially family physicians and OB-GYNs, who then work to educate women ages 25 and over on risk factors for cardiovascular disease.
Walk With Spirit
Walk With Spirit is a Web-based walking motivation program that links walkers to hospitals, good health messages, and to each other across the United States. DRMC launched the program in Spring of 2007. Hospital employess can earn "Health Quest" points by participating.
New Mom Moments
New Mom Moments is a national multimedia campaign that accompanies women from moments of planning for pregnancy to moments of new and seasoned motherhood.
Plan-It Baby
Plan-It Baby educational workshop focuses on planning for a healthy pregnancy and pre-pregnancy care. This program targets women trying to become pregnant. The class addresses topics including maximizing your chances of conception, preparing your body for pregnancy and critical steps to take as soon as you become pregnant. This class is offered at different times throughout the year. To register please call (814) 375-INFO.
New Baby Day Camp
New Baby Day Camp for Big Brothers and Big Sisters is a fun and interactive day at camp, that helps siblings prepare for the arrival of a new baby. This program is focused on mothers who are pregnant and have toddlers at home. This class is offered at different times throughout the year. To register or learn more, please call (814)371-WOMN.
Family Spirit
Family Spirit (tm) is a program of Spirit of Women designed to activate and support the National Heart, Lung, & Blood Institute's We Can! initiative. Together with The American Academy of Family Physicians, the President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports, and others, the Spirit of Women network member hospitals will work to increase family wellness and decrease childhood obesity. This program will be implemented by DRMC with community education and outreach in the fall of 2007.
Day of Dance
Day of Dance for Heart Health is a celebration of dance as a way to have fun and prevent heart disease. It is anchored by a one day event hosted by Spirit of Women hospitals, including DRMC, and held in multiple locations throughout the United States. This year's event will be held February 23, 2008, at the DuBois Mall and features dance demonstrations, speakers, health screenings, tips on healthy nutrition and lifestyle, and other activities. The Red Shoe is a symbol associated with this event reminding women to dance, walk, and take action against heart disease. Click here for a list of sponsors for Day of Dance 2008.
Speakers Bureau
Need a speaker for an upcoming women's club meeting or an event you would like information on
women's health for? Contact the Women's Health Center of DuBois at 371-WOMN (9666) to arrange for a speaker to come to your event and speak on a variety of topics including Women's Heart Health, Preventative Medicine and Screenings for Your Age, Osteoporosis, Breast Health and Cancer Prevention, Mid-Life Issues, Moms and Daughters, Decision to Have a Baby, Benefits of Exercise and Nutrition. |
