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Health conference - Lipoedema: what if it wasn't cellulite?

Health conference - Lipoedema: what if it wasn't cellulite?

Agir pour le Coeur des Femmes is pleased to take part in a conference dedicated to lipoedema that will be organized at the end of the summer in New Caledonia.  Practical information:
Southern Province Auditorium - Wednesday, August 27, 2025 - 6pm to 8pm (welcome from 5:45pm)
Free event - Open to all
Free parking nearby - Free admission

You've got sore, swollen, tender legs, marked by unexplained bruises?
What if it wasn't cellulite... but a little-known condition called lipedema?
One in 10 women could be affected, but few talk about it.
Come and find out more, ask your questions and chat with specialists (angiologist, dietician, masseur-physiotherapist) at this evening dedicated to women's health, organized in partnership with Agir pour le Cœur des Femmes and the Southern Province (CIDFE).

ON THE PROGRAM
- 6:00 pm - Medical conference: Understanding lipedema - Dr Souad SEDIRI, Angiologist, Lymphologist
- 18h45 - Nutrition and inflammation - Claire DELIGNE, Dietician
- 19h15 - Physical activity and drainage - Solenne DE SAINTE MARIE, Physiotherapist
- 19h35 - Open discussion with the speakers

Why come?
- Better understand your symptoms
- Discover concrete, multidisciplinary solutions
- Exchange ideas in a friendly setting
- Take charge of your health
For more information on the health conference and to receive all the information on the actions of the lipedema collective of new caledonia, register on : subscribepage.io/wUUVti 

This conference is supported by:
Agir pour le Cœur des Femmes, Province Sud, PiLeJe, SantéO, Prolinea, and L Calédonie Magazine.
 You too can support this women's public health cause!
Take part in the recognition of lipedema in New Caledonia by contributing to our awareness campaign.
Make a donation via our Leetchi kitty:
https://www.leetchi.com/fr/c/reconnaissance-du-lip%C5%93deme-nc-5737680
Want to know more? Subscribe to the event newsletter at the following link: subscribepage.io/wUUVti


 
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