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May
25
Family Health Fair - Pathways to Wellness09:00 AM Location: St. Martin Clinic Walking Track; 15012 Lemoyne Blvd., St. Martin, MSFREE Screenings and Health Stops • Cholesterol • Glucose • Blood Pressure • Depression • Sleep • Body Mass Index • Smoking • Think First Kids Safety • Meet the Expert by Behavioral Health Services FREE food and drinks! For Kids: “Kids Corner” with: • Popcorn and Snow cones • Activities and games! Special Appearances by: Alan Belcher, MMA Champion; and Disney Characters
Jun
11
Breastfeeding Class06:00 PM Location: Singing River HospitalIn this free, one-day course, you will learn the healthy benefits of breastfeeding, proper latch on, nutrition, and how to work through any challenges you may have. We suggest you come in your seventh month of pregnancy. Father may attend with mother to be but is not required. Seating is limited so please call 228-497-7470 to register or register online now at https://cecc.mysrhs.com/rcii/class/default.asp.
Jun
15
Prepared Childbirth Class09:00 AM Location: Singing River HospitalPreparing for Childbirth Class. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Singing River Hospital. This free, one-day class is taught by Certified Childbirth Educators (RN's). We suggest you enroll in this class when you are in your 7th month of pregnancy. Mother and coach will learn about the stages of labor, delivery, & recovery, plus different type of anesthesia. You will learn about your newborn's appearance, general newborn care. At the end of class, you will have the opportunity to tour the Labor & Delivery area in the hospital. Lunch break is provided so bring lunch or money for lunch. Pre-registration required. Call 228-490-7470 or register online now at https://cecc.mysrhs.com/rcii/class/default.asp.
Jun
19
Diabetes Education12:30 PM Location: SRHS Clinics HurleySRHS, in partnership with Gulf Coast Health Educators, is empowering people with diabetes to better manage this disease by offering a free diabetes classes. The "I’m in Control” Diabetes/Pre-Diabetes Education Program can help patients decrease their risk of developing diabetes related complications. Learning diabetes self-management skills can help prevent or delay complications associated with diabetes. The “I’m in Control” program provides an engaging and informative way to learn these skills. Topics include: • how diabetes affects the body • meal planning • exercise • glucose monitoring • medications • goal setting • sick day management • coping with stress Participants also receive: • blood pressure screenings • foot screenings • individualized meal plans Class consists of an initial four-hour session, followed by one and three-month follow-up sessions. Classes are taught by Registered Nurses and Registered Dietitians. Admission is FREE* with an SRHS patient voucher. Get the voucher at http://www.mysrhs.com/services-a-specialties/diabetes-education.html 228-860-7530 / toll-free 1-888-784-6667 Provided by Singing River Health System in partnership with Gulf Coast Health Educators
Jun
20
Aphasia Communication and Support Group04:00 PM Location: neuroscience center 2nd floor conference room (3603 bienville blvd, OS)The group is for people who have been diagnosed with aphasia and we meet monthly for conversation, speech and language activities. People who wish to attend are encouraged to bring any additional communication device they may use (communication board, speech generating device etc.). Caregivers, spouses and/or family generally do not attend the meetings however may provide transportation. The group is led by a speech language pathologist who treats adults with acquired communication impairments following a neurological disorder or diagnosis. For more information, contact Anna Reeve, SLP, at 228-818-1207. |
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