KUALA LUMPUR: Sunway Medical Centre Velocity (SMCV) hosted an all-women retreat called ‘The Glow Retreat: Unwind and Rejuvenate’ in conjunction with International Women’s Day at the Grand Hyatt Hotel, here recently.
SMCV, in a statement, said the retreat welcomed 50 participants, including SMCV patients, key opinion leaders, media representatives, as well as members of the public comprising winners of SMCV’s social media giveaway.
With a focus on celebrating women’s strength and resilience, SMCV’s “The Glow Retreat: Unwind and Rejuvenate” provided a rejuvenating experience while paving the way for ongoing empowerment for women.
SMCV said at The Glow Retreat, participants enjoyed an array of different activities designed to allow them to wind down from their busy everyday routines and renourish their bodies and minds.
“This included a meditation and sound healing session conducted by Jojo Struys, the retreat’s emcee, wellness personality and founder of OhanaJo Studio, as well as aromatherapy perfume and candle-making workshops facilitated by organic skincare brand, Claire Organics,” according to the statement.
Focusing on women’s holistic well-being, SMCV organised wellness sharing sessions led by its consultants.
Consultant Obstetrician, Gynaecologist and Fertility Specialist Dr Farah Leong Rahman emphasised the significance of self-care for women, noting that women, often leading busy lives, may overlook the importance of their own physical and mental health.
“However, through retreats and activities like this, we are able to gather remarkable women together to raise awareness and educate them on the importance of prioritising their well-being,” she said.
Dr Farah also highlighted the importance of addressing women’s health comprehensively by discussing topics that are often neglected, such as vaginal health.
She explained that despite its importance, many women tend to overlook this aspect of their well-being.
Dr Farah together with Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist Dr Wong Yen Shi also highlighted the significant role of vaginal health in overall well-being and aimed to break the taboo surrounding the topic.
SMCV’s Consultant Psychiatrist Dr Ryan Tee Chun Keat called attention to the importance of carving out alone time for self-care.
Consultant Dermatologist Dr Irene Lee Chew Kek shed light on the effects of hormones on skin health and the participants also had the chance to explore colour theory and discover palettes that complement them best in a Colour Analysis Workshop led by Style by OSH.
“Additionally, Elixir, Japan’s number one anti-ageing skincare brand and participating partner, conducted a sharing session on skin health and demonstration for the participants,” the statement said.
In recognition of the participants’ endurance, determination, and commitment as women, SMCV also surprised the participants with a complimentary spa voucher for a full body massage treatment at UR Spa by The RuMa Hotel and Residences, enabling them to indulge in well-deserved ‘me time’ at their convenience.
Meanwhile, Chief Executive Officer of SMCV Susan Cheow, shared that SMCV viewed this retreat as an opportunity to celebrate and honour the strength, resilience, and accomplishments of women from different walks of life.
“Women seamlessly juggle multifaceted roles in life, whether as mothers, sisters, wives or professionals. Through this retreat, we would like to acknowledge the tireless efforts of these hardworking women, who wear multiple hats and contribute significantly to society,” she said.
The Glow Retreat also marked the launch of SMCV’s “Empowering Women Campaign”, a two-month-long campaign featuring initiatives such as promotions on women’s health screening packages and the rollout of the ‘HealthyHER’ video series.
“In this series, host Jojo Struys and SMCV consultants share their expertise and insights on women’s overall health and well-being, providing a platform for women to learn how to better care of their health and embrace self-love along the way,” it said.
SMCV is located at Lingkaran SV, Sunway Velocity, Kuala Lumpur. For enquiries, contact +603 9772 9191 or email smcv-enquiry@sunway.com.my and for more information visit www.sunmedvelocity.com.my. (Facebook: Sunway Medical Velocity). – BERNAMA
