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Friday, September 25 | 6 PM
Friday, October 2 | 6 PM
Friday, November 20 | 6 PM
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Taming The Taboo Around Pelvic Floor Health
Friday, September 25 | 6 PM
This event is free and open to the community, and light refreshments will be provided.
About Dr. Emily Priestas:
Dr. Emily Priestas is a board-certified orthopedic and pelvic floor physical therapist, and the owner of Paradigm Pelvic Health & Wellness in Hagerstown, MD. With more than 10 years of experience working with individuals experiencing pelvic health concerns across the lifespan, she helps women and men reclaim their lives by addressing taboo symptoms like leaking pee, pain with intimacy, prolapse, and constipation, among other things. In addition to being a full-time clinician and business owner, Dr. Priestas is an adjunct professor within the Schools of Medicine at West Virginia University and Marshall University.
About Paradigm Pelvic Health & Wellness:
Paradigm Pelvic Health & Wellness is a place where complex cases are welcomed, intimate conversations are handled with skill and respect, and improving pelvic health isn’t just about a symptom. It’s about protecting a woman’s ability to exercise, to move without fear, to experience intimacy without pain, to show up fully in her life. Learn more on their website: www.paradigmpelvichealthandwellness.com.
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The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of Nutrition
Friday, October 2 | 6 PM
- Understanding what makes a healthy eating pattern
- The “good”: foods and habits that support overall health and wellness
- The “bad”: common nutrition myths and misleading health claims
- The “ugly”: fad diets, nutrition misinformation, and red flags to watch for
- How to read food labels and make informed food choices
- Practical tips for building balanced meals without giving up favorite foods
- Simple strategies for healthy eating that fit real life and busy schedules
This event is free and open to the community, and light refreshments will be provided.
About Wellspan Health:
Mission: Working as One to improve health through exceptional care for all, lifelong wellness, and healthy communities.
Vision: A Trusted Partner. Reimagining Healthcare. Inspired Health.
Values:
- Respect for All
- Working as One
- Assume Positive Intent
- Do the Right Thing
- Find a Better Way
How they inspire health:
Our commitment reaches beyond the doctor’s office. From transforming healthcare to protecting our planet, we’re working hard to create healthier communities for everyone.
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Heart Health
Friday, November 20 | 6 PM
Learn with Lindsay about the importance of keeping your heart healthy through the foods you consume. This one-hour presentation will include a heart-healthy recipe as well as ready-to-use information to keep your heart in tip-top shape!
This event is free and open to the community, and light refreshments will be provided.
About Lindsay
Lindsay has been working in public health for over 10 years, emphasizing educating the community on a variety of health topics. She is currently working in the Community Health Outreach Prevention & Promotion division of the Washington County Health Department, with a focus on chronic disease and nutrition. In her free time, Lindsay creates fused glass pieces, belly dances, and enjoys learning about history, different cultures and travel.
About Washington County Health Department:
Mission: Promote healthy behaviors, prevent disease and injury, and safeguard the environment
Vision: A healthy community for all
Values: Respect, Excellence, Commitment, Integrity, Professionalism, Equity. Our values are the RECIPE for our success as an organization.
Washington County Health Department (WCHD) is part of the Maryland Department of Health (MDH), as well as an agency of Washington County government. The Washington County Commissioners serve as the official Board of Health. Funding for WCHD is a combination of federal, state and county monies, plus third-party and private-pay reimbursements.
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