Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a medical disorder that can cause irregular periods, acne, extra facial hair, trouble getting pregnant, weight gain and obesity. People with this condition also are at increased risk of obesity, heart disease and diabetes. And it’s more common than you may think -- approximately 5 to 8 percent of all...
In Osteoporosis Prevention presented by CWC KK Swanson, you’ll learn techniques & tools to build stronger bones & muscles. Osteoporosis, a condition in which bones become weaker, affects millions of people every year. The good news is, through diet and exercise, it is possible to strengthen our bones! In Osteoporosis Prevention presented by Crosby Wellness...
The Winter Park Health Foundation, AdventHealth and Central Florida Vocal Arts invite you to a unique and special event at the Center for Health & Wellbeing that celebrates the powerful intersection of the Arts in Health. In advance of their upcoming shows at The Plaza Live, you are invited to a special preview of “The...
Relax. Let Go. Release. Receive. Time in nature is essential to grounding and embodying the goodness life has to offer. It uplifts the mood, boosts the immune system, and relieves stress. Join us for a special Outdoor Meditation class on the grounds of Ward Park, directly adjacent to the Center for Health & Wellbeing....
Licensed mental health counselor Jill Hamilton Buss explores how to focus on increasing self-compassion and decreasing negative self-talk. In this workshop, licensed mental health counselor Jill Hamilton Buss will explore how we can focus on increasing self-compassion and decreasing negative self-talk. If we could all conquer these two challenges (especially for women), we’d be far...
You’ve covered all the basics about caring for baby. Now, learn how to save your baby’s life should she suddenly stop breathing, experience cardiac arrest or begin choking. This class, led by a certified instructor, will teach you how to handle these emergencies. Register at AdventHealthforwomen.com. $45
Join Certified Meditation Instructor Camille Sacco for community + connection, and to learn the basics of meditation and to experience a crystal bowl sound bath. Part meditation, part listening exercise, Sound Baths are healing musical performances played with crystal singing bowls and chimes. They can be very therapeutic because you are literally bathed in sound...
The latest research into diabetes has revealed some results that might surprise you (and even your health-care team). Even the thinking on the cause of diabetes has been turned on its head, opening up new avenues for turning this disease around. In fact, lifestyle factors are at the heart of the cause of diabetes, making...
We’re excited to announce the CHWB Book Club is back! A book club can have several goals at once, including the social aspect of getting together with others in a relaxed setting and the focused activity of discussing various elements of a particular book that everyone in the group has (mostly) read. A survey by...
The first half of the school year is already behind us, and before we head into the busy, holiday season, this is the perfect time to help your kids refocus on their school-year goals and take a deep breath in a safe and nurturing environment. The Winter Park Health Foundation and the CHILL program, which...
Essential oils can be a key asset to preventing or lessening the effects of respiratory illnesses during cold and flu season. Their anti-microbial effects coupled with ease of use make them a practical approach. Under the guidance of Judy Minear, a retired RN who is certified in aromatherapy, you’ll review the best methods to avoid...
Join the CHWB Women’s Empowerment Workshop to explore unhelpful cultural messages that serve as barriers to prioritizing your own wellbeing. During this workshop, yoga instructors Katie DeAscanis and Miranda Harris will incorporate meditation, conversation, a low-intensity yoga practice, and self-inquiry to help deconstruct unhelpful messages and create more authentic ways of being. No yoga experience...
