Welcome to Destination Wellness!

In 2008, Speaking of Women’s Health is proud to introduce “Destination Wellness,” a new brand designed to identify health screenings and health-specific sponsor booths. The screenings listed below are all part of this new initiative that will be your “Destination Wellness Passport!”

BODY FAT ANALYSIS

Sara Lee Center for Women’s Health

Find out what your body fat percent is and how you compare to national recommendations. Literature on healthy diet and other issues of importance to women at all stages of life will be available.

SLEEP ASSESSMENT

Sponsored by: Unifi

Forsyth Sleep Center

Are you getting enough sleep? Millions of Americans do not get adequate sleep. Stop by the sleep booth and take the Epworth sleepiness scale quiz to find out exactly what may be bothering your sleep and steps you can take to be more rested.

COLORECTAL CANCER RISK ASSESSMENT

Derrick L. Davis Forsyth Regional Cancer Center

The Derrick L. Davis Forsyth Regional Cancer Center will have trained specialists on hand to discuss your colorectal cancer risk factors. Women identified as being at risk will be given a home test kit with instructions for follow-up with their primary care physician.

GENETIC COUNSELING

Sponsored by: Windsor Jewelers

Derrick L. Davis Forsyth Regional Cancer Center

A representative from Derrick L. Davis Forsyth Regional Cancer Center’s High Risk Clinic will be available to answer questions about what it means to be “high risk” and what is important to know about your family’s cancer history.

BREAST HEALTH

Sponsored by: Winston-Salem Womancare

Excel Imaging

Practice finding breast lumps using a breast health model and pick up the latest literature on breast health.

HEART SCREENING

Sponsored by: National Speaking of Women’s Health Foundation

Learn all about heart disease risk factors in your effort to be heart healthy – because knowledge is power. You’ll have your blood pressure, total cholesterol and body mass index (BMI) measured. The BMI analyzer requires bare feet. All results are instant. Your “Destination Wellness Passport” includes your personal assessment form with your results to begin a discussion with your physician.

HEART HEALTH CONSULTATION AND STROKE RISK ASSESSMENT

Sponsored by: Williams Oil Company / Wilco

Forsyth Cardiac and Vascular Center and the Stroke and Neurovascular Center at Forsyth Medical Center Understand your risk of heart disease and stroke. Experts from Forsyth Cardiac and Vascular Center, the CITIES Grant Program (Community Initiative to Eliminate Stroke) and the Center for Stroke and Neurovascular Medicine of Forsyth will be on hand to put it all together for you to identify your individual health risks.

BE “HIP,” GET MEASURED!

Diabetes and Nutrition Center at Forsyth Medical Center

Did you know that your waist-to-hip ratio is now an important factor in weight and body-fat assessment? This is because total body fat is no longer seen as the key indicator of weight-related health problems. Fat distribution is just as important. A high waist-to-hip ratio is associated with an increased risk for type 2 diabetes, hypertension and cardiovascular disease. How do you measure up? A waist-to-hip ratio measurement will be taken during this screening. This will provide each participant with important information for living healthier.

HAND REJUVENATION AND BROW THREADING

SilkRoad Salon and Spa

Hands are the ultimate accessory – rejuvenate the most visible parts of a woman’s body. Pamper your hands with a moisture rich well connected cream followed by a warm paraffin dip. Also take a lesson with the ancient culture of India and Egypt with threading hair removal.

BONE HEALTH SCREENING

Sponsored by: Novartis

Are you aware of the risk factors for low bone density? It’s something every woman should know. Each participant will place her bare right heel into an ultrasound-screening machine. You will leave the screening with an understanding of all of your risk factors and your T-score, the measurement that compares your bone density with that of healthy young women. An assessment form is yours to keep and discuss with your physician.

POSTURE ASSESSMENT

Sponsored by: Dewey’s Bakery

Forsyth Rehabilitation Center, Whitaker Rehabilitation Center and Martinat Outpatient Rehabilitation A physical therapist from Forsyth Rehabilitation Center will complete a posture assessment and will pass out information explaining proper posture, postural abnormalities and ways to exercise and change habits to promote proper posture.

FOOT PRESSURE SCAN

Sponsored by: First Community Bank

Foot Solutions

The I-Step foot scan will measure your foot, arch length and your arch height while displaying pressure areas on your feet. Trained pedorthists will give you recommendations regarding the type of arch support best suited to relieve your foot issues.

IF THE SHOE FITS

New Balance of Winston-Salem

Women often complain that their shoes hurt their feet. Is it the shoe or the size of the shoe that is the problem? New Balance of Winston-Salem will measure your foot and tell you the correct shoe size for you. Then you can be sure the shoe fits!

MINI-MASSAGES

Sponsored by: American Express Service Center

Forsyth Rehabilitation Center

Treat yourself to approximately 10 minutes of pampering. A trained massage therapist will massage of your neck, shoulders, back and hands.

SKIN CANCER SCREENING

Sponsored by: Calibre

May is Melanoma/Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention month. Join us while we educate you on how to perform monthly self skin assessments and learn the ABCD’s of skin cancer detection...it could save your life.

MENTAL AND EMOTIONAL HEALTH

Forsyth Behavioral Health

Be scored on symptoms of depression and have a trained behavioral health counselor review your risk for depression. Also, receive information regarding stress managment, signs of mental illness, how mental illness effects the family, and emotional supportive services

EVERYDAY SUPER HERO SKIN SCREENING

L’Oréal Paris, Maybelline New York and Garnier

Some Super Heroes have X-ray vision to help them see what the naked eye cannot. Today you have access to see your own facial skin in a way that your naked eye cannot! At the L”Oreal Paris Booth, trained skincare aestheticians will be performing light-based skin analysis. This is a non-invasive process which uses light frequency to capture and make visible various skin conditions such as: Congested pores/acne, Oily skin, Dark circles, Dead skin, Sun damage/dark spots, Dry skin/dehydration. The process takes less than 5 minutes and is easy. For best results your skin should be free of makeup (facial towelettes will be provided for you to wipe off your face makeup; eye makeup is ok to leave on). The machine uses black light - blue lamp technology. You place your head under the hood and look into the magnifying mirror. The skin specialist will look through the magnifying viewer on the opposite side of the machine and analyze your skin’s condition and recommend ways for you to improve your skincare regime.

ASK THE PHARMACIST

Wal-Mart

It’s the right time to ask questions to a pharmacist about the prescription medicines, over-the-counter drugs and supplements you are taking.

VISION SCREENING

Wal-Mart Vision Center

Let a vision health professional screen your vision and evaluate your need for a complete eye exam. Consult with vision health professionals to get your complete eye health needs assessed.

YOUR JOINT PAIN IS PERSONAL

Stryker Orthopaedics

Your joint pain is unique to you, your lifestyle, the condition of your bones and many other personal factors. Find out if your joint pain is mild, moderate or severe. Complete a quick assessment to know your number! Have your personalized joint pain level calculated and enter our raffle!

WHAT’S HAPPENING DOWN THERE?

Sponsored by: Ethicon

Join US Olympic athlete, Bonnie Blair, as she talks about common pelvic health conditions and shares her experience dealing with and seeking treatment for stress urinary incontinence.

DIABETES SCREENING

Sponsored by: National Speaking of Women’s Health Foundation

One in three people with Diabetes are unaware they have the disease. Are you or your family at risk? Do you know what signs to look for? Learn about advances in the treatment of diabetes and have your glucose measured.

For more information please read about the Breakout Sessions as well.
All screening prize entry forms must be turned in by 2:55pm.