LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commemorating the Women's Healthy Life Expo, as
presented by the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists,
District II, on May 11, 2010

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize that the
quality and character of life in the communities across New York State
are reflective of the concerned and dedicated efforts of those organiza-
tions and individuals that are devoted to the welfare of the community
and its citizenry; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commem-
orate the Women's Healthy Life Expo, as presented by the American
Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, District II; this auspi-
cious occasion will be celebrated on Tuesday, May 11, 2010, at the North
Concourse of the Empire State Plaza in Albany, New York; and
WHEREAS, Founded in 1951 in Chicago, Illinois, the American Congress
of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) has over 52,000 members and is
the nation's leading group of professionals providing health care for
women; based in Washington, DC, it is a private, voluntary, nonprofit
membership organization; and
WHEREAS, ACOG works primarily in four areas: serving as a strong advo-
cate for quality health care for women; maintaining the highest stand-
ards of clinical practice and continuing education for its members;
promoting patient education and stimulating patient understanding of and
involvement in medical care; and increasing awareness among its members
and the public of the changing issues facing women's health care; and
WHEREAS, ACOG District II represents over 4,000 members who deliver
health care to New York women; its Albany office offers the New York
State Legislature its resources as a scientific and educational organ-
ization dedicated to quality health care for women; and
WHEREAS, The commitment to professional excellence, combined with its
choice to be a strong public advocate for women, has made ACOG District
II one of New York's most trusted and credible voices on all aspects of
health care for women; it is effective because it partners with diverse
groups to exchange ideas, identify priorities, develop strategy and
mobilize collective resources; and
WHEREAS, In conjunction with National Women's Health Week, May 9-15,
2010, the ACOG, District II, will present the women's health event of
the year, the Women's Healthy Life Expo, on Tuesday, May 11, 2010;
approximately 7,000 individuals are expected to attend; and
WHEREAS, The main goal of the Women's Healthy Life Expo is to encour-
age women to make their health a top priority by emphasizing healthy
lifestyle, nutrition and exercise as well as the importance of visiting
a health care provider regularly for check-ups and preventative screen-
ings; and
WHEREAS, The Women's Healthy Life Expo will provide women with the
tools and knowledge they need to take charge of their health and their
lives; it will provide free access to information and services, includ-
ing a private "ask the doctor" booth where they will get answers to
health questions and concerns; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when organiza-
tions and events of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to
our attention, they should be recognized and applauded by all the citi-
zens of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commemorate the Women's Healthy Life Expo, as presented by the American

Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, District II; and be it
further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists,
District II.