Staff report

Obici Hospital, 2800 Godwin Boulevard, will host Women’s (and Girls’) Night Out – a multi-generation health fair and evening of fun – on Nov. 16 from 6:30-8:30 p.m.

&uot;Women look forward to these periodic outings for several reasons – they get their questions answered, they hear good speakers, they spend a couple of hours on themselves,&uot; says Obici spokeswoman Pam Lowney. &uot;This time we’re suggesting they bring their mother or daughter or someone they’re extra close to so they’ll enjoy the night even more.&uot;

Guests are invited to mingle among displays on two floors. Health professionals representing Obici’s Breast Health Center, cardiac services, Heartburn Treatment Center, Sleep Disorders Center and Wellness Center will have displays on the Garden Level. Information on lymphedema treatment, nursing careers, smoking cessation and aromatherapy will be available. Chef Dan Hahn will demonstrate the technique of brining a turkey.

The Women’s Center Baby Fair will take place in the third floor lobby. Obstetricians/gynecologists, midwives, Healthy Families/First Steps and the Suffolk Health Department will be represented. There will be information on breastfeeding, breast pumps, formula, SIDS prevention, and skin care for pregnant women and new mothers.

Two guest speakers are scheduled. Anuradha Datyner, MD, of The Spine Center of Hampton Roads, will discuss &uot;Osteoporosis and Vertebral Compression Fractures.&uot; Prashanthi Koduri, MD, of North Suffolk Family Medicine, will address &uot;Comprehensive Health Care for the Adolescent.&uot;

Admission is free, but reservations are required and are limited. To make a reservation, call 934-4981.