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Girl's Night Out: Celebration of Women's Health

On Tuesday, October 22 from 6:30-8:00pm, Newton-Wellesley Hospital will host a Girls Night Out: A Celebration of Women’s Health, at the Newton Marriott 2345 Commonwealth Avenue, Newton.

Welcome Reception – 6:30-7:00pm

Start the night off with complimentary hors d’oeuvres and a wine reception while visiting a

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variety of health and wellness displays. Enter to win a door prize!

Expert Health Panel – 7:00-8:00pm

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Health Questions You’re Afraid to Ask -- Stephanie Morris, MD

Do you have health questions that you’re uncomfortable asking your doctor? Are you curious

about symptoms associated with perimenopause and menopause such as changes in sexual

function, body changes and hot flashes? Are you experiencing abnormal uterine bleeding that is

bothersome or embarrassing? Are you concerned about having an HPV (Human Papillomavirus)

infection or an abnormal pap smear? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, then join us

for a discussion on some of the top issues patients find difficult to bring up to their doctor. There will be an opportunity to anonymously ask your own questions to be addressed during the talk.

Caring for Yourself Through the Decades -- Jennie Mastroianni, NP

Learn the health-focused essentials to keep you on track during each decade of your life with a

focus on self-care, healthy living and disease prevention strategies.

What Does Your Family History Tell You -- Taryn Rourke, Genetic Counselor

A family history of certain types of cancers can increase your risk of breast, colon and gynecological

cancers. Come and learn about who should have genetic testing and the benefits and risks of

these tests.

Registration is strongly encouraged. To reserve your space, email carefinder@partners.org or call 617-243-6622.

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