From Staff Reports:
 

Empowering Women was the theme on Tuesday in Artesia. The Women for a Better Artesia, in collaboration with Artesia General Hospital (AGH), hosted an empowering Breast Cancer Awareness lunch event at the Artesia Country Club. With over 50 men and women in attendance, the gathering was a heartfelt effort to raise awareness about the importance of early detection and proactive health care.

The luncheon began with a warm welcome from event organizer and Women for a Better Artesia organizer, Sandra Borges. She highlighted the significance of community involvement in supporting one another through health challenges. “It’s about taking care of ourselves and encouraging the women in our lives to do the same,” Borges said in her opening remarks. The room was filled with conversation and camaraderie, as women of all ages shared their personal stories, bonded over their shared experiences, and uplifted one another.

Halie Estrada the lead mammography tech at AGH talked about the process and importance of mammograms while the keynote speaker, Laurie Crockett NP, from AGH, gave a humorous take on health and aging within her own family and talked about the importance of dealing with the small issues to take care of the large ones.

She also talked about, early detection, and the latest advancements in treatment. Crockett emphasized the importance of mammograms and self-exams, noting that “catching it early saves lives.” Her presentation was followed by a Q&A session, where attendees had the chance to ask questions and engage in meaningful dialogue. To cap off the event, attendees were eligible for several gift drawings. The sense of community and support was palpable as women left the event feeling more informed and empowered to take control of their health. This luncheon was just one of many ways the Women for a Better Artesia and AGH are committed to making a positive impact on the health and well-being of women in the community.