If you're lacking in the self-care department, Tucson Medical Center is on to you.
That's why May is Women's Health Month. It's time for some TLC.
"We use the month of May to highlight the importance of women taking care of themselves as they are often caretakers for others," says Tara Bruce, the assistant manager of retail and wellness outreach at The Core, a Tucson Medical Center wellness hub at La Encantada.
The campaign started three years ago with a focus on moms β Mother's Day, anyone? β but has since expanded to educate women in all life stages.
In particular, The Core wants to engage millennial women, a demographic not usually targeted by the hospital.
"We often forget that just because you don't need medical care now doesn't mean there aren't things you can be doing in your 20s and 30s to make healthcare connections," Bruce says.
The classes affiliated with Women's Health Month are all free and mostly hosted at The Core, 2905 East Skyline Drive in Suite 277 on the second floor.
Here are a few of our favorite classes.
Visit tmcaz.com/womenshealth for the complete list.
The Art of Slowing Down
We all need this: Learn to be mindful and savor the moment with Amanda Freed, a massage therapist and yoga instructor. This class is part of the Lululemon Festival 520. Register here:
When: 2:30 p.m. Saturday, May 6.
Where: The Core, 2905 East Skyline Drive in Suite 277.
Running Safety and Personal Defense
Southern Arizona Roadrunners will teach you how to run safely and practice some self-defense moves. Register here:
When: 2 p.m. Sunday, May 7.
Where: The Core.
Running and Pregnancy
Dr. Erin Sperry from Crossroads OB/GYN will explore how pregnancy might impact your running routine. Register here.
When: 10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 13.
Where: The Core.
Contraceptives 101
Jenny Daleassandro, a women's health nurse practitioner from Crossroads OB/GYN, will answer contraceptive questions. Register here.
When: 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 17.
Where: The Core.
Mindful Consumer: Taking the Steps to Get There
Mrs. Green from Mrs. Green's World will discuss how everyday items such as clothes, beauty products and cleaning products affect our health. Register here.
When: 10:15 a.m. Saturday, May 20.
Where: The Core.
Children's Miracle Network Zumbathon
Miss Tucson Del Sol, Hannah Johnson will lead the fundraiser for Children's Miracle Network. Each class costs $10. Register here.
When: 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, May 21. Classes start at the top of the hour.
Where: The Core.
