HEALTHY HER

HealthyHER Yampa Valley

Elevating Women’s Health through Access, Education, Prevention and Connection

Register TODAY! 
Join us for this FREE, one-day women’s health forum.

When: Thursday, September 24, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Where: The Hayden Center – Hayden, Colorado
Coffee, snacks and lunch included. Participants with dietary restrictions, food allergies, or specific dietary preferences are encouraged to bring their own meals or snacks to ensure your needs are met.

All women are welcome to attend!  So, be sure to share with friends, neighbors, and colleagues. Residents from Routt, Rio Blanco and Moffat counties will hear from experts on longevity and vitality, cancer and injury prevention, and advancements in women’s preventive health. Stop by our Health Resources Expo Hall to visit with local health care providers and support organizations. Learn how to access community health resources for yourself and family members. Free health screenings will be provided on-site by Northwest Colorado Health.

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Event Mission Statement

To create an inclusive forum in the Yampa Valley that expands access to reliable women’s health information and preventive care, fosters meaningful dialogue and build connections that support informed self-advocacy and well-being.

Our Values

  • Inclusivity
  • Accessibility
  • Community-Centered
  • Collaboration

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Meet our Speakers

Ragan Adams

Speaker

Ragan Adams worked for 42 years in many roles as a large animal veterinarian (general livestock practitioner, horse surgeon, researcher and state veterinary specialist for CSU Extension). She retired from Colorado State University in 2025. In 2024, prior to showing any clinical signs, she was diagnosed with lung cancer, found on a CAT scan taken for another reason. Treatment consisted of removing one lung lobe and the associated lymph nodes. Since then, she is evaluated every 6 months. So far, so good. She is committed to sharing her story to save lives.

Dr. Jan Lowery

Speaker

Dr. Jan Lowery is a Cancer Epidemiologist, Assistant Director and Professor at the University of Colorado Cancer Center and School of Public Health. She has over 20 years of experience working in cancer prevention and control research and public health practice to improve cancer screening in high-risk groups, who like herself, have a family history of cancer. She has partnered with community groups to increase access to cancer screening, genetic testing, and treatment. Outside of work, Jan enjoys spending time with her family and everything outdoors, including mountain biking and pickleball!

Emily Schweitzer

Speaker

Emily has been with The Health Partnership for over two years and has called the Yampa Valley home for nearly 11 years. Through her work with The Health Partnership, local schools, disability services, recreation and city programs, the ski resort, and numerous volunteer initiatives, she has developed a deep understanding of the community’s resources and support systems. Emily is passionate about connecting community members, providers, organizations, businesses, and more to the support they need and helping them navigate the many opportunities available throughout the Yampa Valley. Today, she will share practical ways to access local resources, build connections, and find support for yourself and your family.

Jennifer Himot

Speaker

With 28 years of experience in physical therapy, Jennifer Himot is dedicated to helping individuals achieve lifelong health and wellness through movement, and injury prevention. After earning a Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy, Jennifer has built a career focused on empowering patients to stay active, maintain independence, and improve their quality of life at every stage. Jennifer has helped countless patients overcome physical challenges, return to the activities they enjoy, and develop sustainable habits that promote longevity. When working with patients, Jennifer believes that movement is medicine and that the right combination of education, exercise, and preventive care can create lasting improvements in health and well-being.

Sarah Coleman

Speaker

Sarah is a certified professional Recovery & Life Coach (CPRC), certified CrossFit L3 (CCFT), Program Director at the Phoenix, and runs her own coaching business through sarahcolemancoaching.com. She is a food connoisseur, health champion and an avid outdoor enthusiast. Her passion lies in coaching – coaching you to be the best version of yourself! Her approach to coaching is not showing individuals what to do – it is giving them the tools to do it themselves and believe in their own strength. Through Sarah’s extensive experience and wisdom, she shares that when we have the support and knowledge to grow, we can remove the roadblocks and set ourselves up for longtime success.

Dr. Laurie LeBleu Vaszily

Speaker

Dr. Laurie LeBleu Vaszily is a board-certified OB/GYN and fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. She is also a women’s hormone therapy specialist, having completed advanced training through the Academy for Advanced Women’s Health Medicine. Dr. LeBleu has spent nearly 20 years caring for women through every stage of life. Her expertise includes preventive gynecology, minimally invasive surgery, obstetrics, and perimenopause and menopause care, with a passion for helping women reclaim their health and vitality. Dr. LeBleu practices at UCHealth Women’s Care Clinic in Steamboat Springs and Craig, Colorado.