Why Oprah? - TUESDAY

[Guest guest]

I sure hope it is Tuesday – tomorrow – because I

have told EVERBODY that was when it is on. I can’t remember who

said that it was going to be on this Tuesday, but I hope it was correct

information. Chelle, did you hear from Chris? Did she know when it would be on?

I’m retired – and even if I wasn’t I would

never consider myself a “housewife”. I think that term is no longer

viable for any woman who doesn’t work because she doesn’t have to

or doesn’t choose too.

nne

From:

VulvarDisorders [mailto:VulvarDisorders ] On

Behalf Of Chelle

Sent: Monday, March 31, 2008 2:36 PM

To: VulvarDisorders

Subject: Why Oprah? -

, I think you may have missed the point of 'why' the

NVA has tried to get coverage on the Oprah Show. I don't watch her show

anymore, but MILLIONS of 'people' do! She reaches a worldwide audience -

of all different ages.

The best part though, was the NVA's request for Vulvodynia

sufferers to be a local Media Contact when the segment airs. That is

a really BIG deal. The NVA is looking 'BEYOND' Oprah and will

contact Local News Stations across the country asking them to feature a follow

up on Vulvodynia with a LOCAL vulvar pain sufferer. How good can it

get? Your story, on your local News Station, educating MANY in your 'own'

area - including Local Doctors and practitioners.

Many doctors offices have a T.V. - Last time I had my

teeth cleaned - my Dentist had put small wall-mounted tv's in every room.

Guess what was on while my teeth were being cleaned??? Dr. Oz on Oprah

discussing Health Info! I plan to call my doctors offices (and a few

others when I know for sure the segment will air) - to let them 'know' what

will be airing. I even plan to email my friends that I've told about

Vulvar pain. This could have a snowball effect....if/when it airs.

If Oprah's Show doesn't air it, then I'm sure the NVA will work tirelessly to

find another Media Outlet.

As for your comments about housewives...a bit harsh in my

opinion, though maybe you didn't mean for them to be. Vulvar pain

conditions affect women of all ages from teens all the way up to

those who have 'retired' from their jobs. As for being able to watch the

show...or not watch it...... record it! Or have a friend record it for

you. People work/go to school so many different hours and shifts

these days, that we'd never find a 'time' that would work for everyone!

If anyone is interested in being a LOCAL media contact for

the NVA.... contact Chris@... and ask if

they have a contact for your area. Hugs, Chelle

PS - Your idea about contacting the Health Channels - is

very good. Let us know if you find out anything!