The event garnered so much interest that they scheduled another event for this past Friday. The recent event sold out, and another event is already planned for October.
Hawaii Mom Blog was fortunate to be invited to the sold out event, and I am so happy that I attended.
With an expected turnout of about 150 guests, the Pali Momi Women's Center was transformed into a spa-like atmosphere where representatives from businesses such as Honolulu Nail Academy, Regis Salons, and Macy's were available to treat guests to manicures, hairstyling, and makeup sessions.
Guests also learned about breast cancer, different ways to reduce stress, and the numerous services that are offered at the facility (guests also had the opportunity to participate in mammograms and ultrasound screenings during the event).
Food and water was also provided during the event.
Yummy eats |
Mandala Design - a method of reducing stress |
Health Fair Game |
Grip Strength Evaluation |
Meditation session |
Skin care session |
Spicy Asian Salad Cups cooking demo |
Make-up session |
I thought the event was really fun, as well as very informative.
Some of the swag |
But the most important thing I left the event with is information. I read in magazines all the time about women's health, but actually going to an event, hearing from the speakers, and seeing the facilities at the Pali Momi Women's Center really made a difference. Nancy Von Borzestowski, Director of Pali Momi Women's Center, told of how Pali Momi is the only state facility with an automated whole breast ultrasound machine, which is important for women with dense breast tissue, and Dr. Susie Chen, Radiation Oncologist at the Cancer Center of Hawaii, gave a very thorough and enlightening presentation on breast cancer.
Girls' Night Out really inspired me to take action on my health. In fact, I just made an appointment with my primary care physician to ensure I get all the necessary screenings and tests done for a woman my age.
Thank you, Pali Momi, for such a great event!
The next Girls' Night Out event is in October! Be sure to register early! (Check https://www.hawaiipacifichealth.org/pali-momi/girlsnightout for updates on the October event).
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