Take charge of your health – your voice your choice
In celebration of Women’s Health Week from 2 to 6 September 2024, Maryborough District Health Service (MDHS) invites local women to take charge of their health at a special event on Monday 2 September.
The Well Women’s Drop-in will be held from 10 am to 12 noon at The Nest in Maryborough, offering a morning of empowerment, connection, and education.
This year’s Women’s Health Week theme ‘Your Voice. Your Choice’ highlights the power of women’s choice and voice in health decisions.
It aims to lift the lid on shame and amplify the voices of women who feel unheard.
MDHS is proud to join this nationwide movement, providing women with the tips, tools, and confidence to talk to their doctors, workplaces, and families about their health concerns.
“We encourage women to take this opportunity to prioritise their health,” said Fabiana, Health Promotion Officer, Maryborough District Health Service.
“Health decisions can be challenging, but with the right support and information, every woman can make the choice that’s best for her.”
“We’re encouraging to sign up to the campaign or take time out to come to our special event to do something positive for their health and wellbeing,” she said.
The event will feature giveaways, light catering and the chance to connect with healthcare professionals from MDHS.
Attendees will learn more about the various health services available to women to take charge of their health, including the Well Women’s Clinic, Maryborough BreastScreen, and the newly established Sexual and Reproductive Health Advice clinic.
MDHS is committed to promoting the health and well-being of women and families in the community. The event will provide information on critical health topics such as women’s health checks, cervical cancer screening, contraception and pregnancy choices, breast feeding and sexual health services.
In addition to Community Health Nurses, Lactation Consultants and an Endorsed Midwife, MDHS Aboriginal Hospital Liaison Officers will be available to help First Nations women find out more about health and support services.
It’s a chance to find out more about The Beautiful Shawl project which is coming to Maryborough in October. The Beautiful Shawl Project is a collaboration between BreastScreen Victoria and the Victorian Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (VACCHO) that provides a culturally safe and responsive alternative to traditional screening for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women.
“We are proud to support MDHS in encouraging women to take charge of their health.
“Join us on 2 September at The Nest to “raise your voice”, make informed health choices and connect with your local community,” said Central Goldfields Shire Mayor Cr Liesbeth Long
“Together, we can break down barriers and ensure that every woman’s health and well-being is prioritised,” she said.
For more information, call 5461 0333 or visit mdhs.vic.gov.au.
Event details
What: Well Women’s Drop-In
When: 10am – 12 noon, Monday 2 September
Where: The Nest, 91 Nolan Street, Maryborough
No RSVP required. Just drop-in.
About Women’s Health Week
Women’s Health Week is led by Jean Hailes for Women’s Health, a national not-for-profit organisation dedicated to improving women’s health.
Now in its 12th year, Women’s Health Week provides free, credible and practical health information to women across Australia.
This year new women’s health resources will be released including a nutrition guide, fact sheets, checklists and information on how to talk to your doctor.
Visit jeanhailes.org.au or sign up at womenshealthweek.com.au to receive daily updates, resources, and tips throughout the week.
Reproduced with permission from 2024 Jean Hailes Foundation.
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Take charge of your health by joining a Well Women’s Drop-in session with female health professionals on 2 September.