HealthLinks Charleston May/June 2023

12 | www. Char l es tonPhys i c i ans . com | www.Hea l thL i nksChar l es ton . com HEALTHY AREA EVENTS l ving MAY 11-13 Neurology and Women’s Health for Primary Care Conference Francis Marion Hotel 387 King St., Charleston Times vary Continuing Medical Education for Primary Care in Charleston presents three days of half sessions where participating medical professionals can earn up to 12 hours of accredited CME credits for their continuing education requirements. The conference will focus specifically on advancements in neurology and updates in women’s health. Topics such as stroke prevention and treatment, cranial nerves, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease and contraception will be presented in the historic Francis Marion Hotel. Registration and fees required. To learn more: mceconferences.com. MAY 15 Chip in Fore a Cause Golf Tournament Ocean Winds Course - Seabrook Island Varied tee times Teams or individuals can register for this day of fun on the greens at Seabrook Island Golf Course while supporting The Point, a local charity whose mission is to support the needs of women in health crisis. To learn more and register: thepointis.org. MAY 13 G.O.A.T. 5K The Goatery at Kiawah River 3883 Betsey Kerrison Parkway, Johns Island 8:30 a.m. A 5K run with unobstructed views of the Kiawah River can’t be . . .baaaa-d, can it? Sponsored by Blue Sky Endurance, the third annual G.O.A.T. 5K is sure to thrill as you jog, run or sprint your way through a trail system carved out of 2,000 acres of land along one of the Carolinas’ most beautiful island riversides. Biscuits and coffee await you post-race, along with real goats who are eager for selfies. Proceeds benefit Lowcountry Farm Conservation. To learn more and register: blueskyendurance.com. MAY 13 Moms’ Run 5K Philip Simmons High School 3080 Village Drive, Charleston 7 a.m. With categories for adults, adults with strollers and for kids, the Moms’ Run celebrates its 20th year honoring mothers. Proceeds from this event help fund Postpartum Support Charleston and is its largest fundraiser of the year. Your contribution supports work with families facing postpartum issues such as depression, anxiety and OCD, both during and after pregnancy. The run is held conjunction with Roper St. Francis Healthcare, Verde and Philip Simmons High School. To learn more and register: ppdsupport.org or runsignup.com.

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