More than 500 women attended a panel discussion on health and wellness sponsored by Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, held at the Newark Liberty Airport Marriott. The event featured a panel of clinical experts addressing a range of health topics relevant to women across different life stages.
Panel Topics and Speakers
The panel included information about heart health, weight management, cancer care, behavioral health concerns, and chronic disease management. Clinical experts from Newark Beth Israel Medical Center participated, including specialists in cardiology, internal medicine, nutrition, obstetrics and gynecology, oncology, and geriatric care. Yvette L. Murillo, a Sickle Cell Nurse Practitioner, and Cristina Vargas, a Behavioral Health Outpatient Services specialist, also contributed to the discussion.
Interactive Wellness Activities
In addition to the educational panel, attendees participated in interactive wellness activities and vital health screenings. These included blood pressure, glucose, and pulmonary function testing. The event also offered hands-on wellness activities such as yoga, massage, meditation, mindfulness, Zumba, and “self-care bingo.”
Equity and Community Focus
According to Atiya Jaha-Rashidi, chief equity officer and vice president of community relations at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center and Children’s Hospital of New Jersey, who moderated the event, “Women’s Health Day serves as a reminder that our health matters and deserves our full attention.” The event was part of Newark Beth Israel Medical Center’s broader wellness programs and community outreach efforts aimed at promoting health equity and access to care.
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