Local urologist Eugene Hong, M.D. will discuss female urinary health

Lake Charles, La. (April 27, 2012) - Women & Children’s Hospital (WCH) will host their next free Healthy Woman event on Thursday, May 3 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Lake Charles Country Club located at 3350 Country Club Road. 

The topic for this month’s event is female urinary health featuring board-certified urologist, Eugene Hong, M.D. “Attendees will learn about the symptoms, causes and treatment options for kidney stones and bladder infections,” said Nadia Nazeer, Healthy Woman program coordinator.  “These issues are common among women and it’s important for us to know how we can avoid these medical problems, or learn how to take care of ourselves if these conditions arise,” Nazeer added.

Women ages 25 and up are encouraged to attend. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the program begins at 5:45 p.m.   Refreshments will be served and door prizes will be offered following the program.  Anyone interested in attending this event or in joining Healthy Woman should go online to register at www.women-childrens.com/healthywoman or call Nadia Nazeer at 337-475-4064 to reserve your place by 5 pm, Tuesday, May 1.

Healthy Woman is a free community resource provided by Women & Children’s Hospital that provides women with the information they need to make informed healthcare and wellness decisions for themselves and their families. Healthy Woman offers free monthly seminars and activities, covering a wide range of subjects including women’s health issues, stress management, healthy cooking and more.