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- Last Updated on Friday, 31 May 2013 23:11
Monongahela Valley Hospital is sponsoring a variety of informative programs during June. Many of the events will be held in the hospital’s Anthony M. Lombardi Education Conference Center (ECC) unless otherwise noted.
Breast Cancer Support Group - Monday, June 3 from 2 - 4 p.m., Hospital 7-East Family Room. This support group is free and open to all breast cancer patients and their families. The group meets the first Monday of each month. For more information, call 724-258-1704.
Baby Care Class - Monday, June 3 from 6:30 – 9:30 p.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX. Parents-to-be will learn baby care basics at this instructional session. Topics include home safety, car seat safety, immunizations, breast and bottle feeding, pacifiers, bathing infants and additional topics. For more information, call 724-258-BABY (2229), ext. 25.
Managing Your Diabetes - Tuesday, June 4 – Thursday, June 6 from 8:30 – 11:30 a.m., ECC. This session builds on the education received in the Managing Your Diabetes program. Learn more about food choices, dining out, and how your eating habits affect your blood glucose control. Completion of the three-day Diabetes Self Management Training is required prior to attending this class. Registration is required at least one week prior to the start of the class. For more information and to register, contact the Center for Diabetes at 724-258-1483.
Bone Density Screening - Wednesday, June 5 from 1 - 3 p.m., Healthy Directions at the Finleyville Giant Eagle. Do you have brittle bones? Have you ever had a bone density test? This free, painless screening will indicate if you need a more extensive test and if you have osteoporosis. No appointments necessary. For more information, call 724-348-6699.
“How to Know if you Need a Joint Replacement/Revision”- Wednesday, June 5 at 6 p.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX, Willow Room. Ari Pressman, M.D., will present a free program to discuss signs and symptoms indicating the need for joint replacement or revision. This program is part of MVH's Innovations in Medicine series featuring physician guest speakers providing medical information to the community. Dr. Pressman will repeat the talk at the hospital, ECC, on Monday, July 1, at 6 p.m. Refreshments will be served and parking is free. To register, call the MVH reservation hotline at 724-258-1333.
American Cancer Society’s Cancer Prevention Study-3 - Thursday, June 6 from 8 a.m. – 12 p.m., ECC. We are researching today for a cancer-free tomorrow. Unite in the fight against cancer and join the American Cancer Society’s Cancer Prevention Study-3 (CPS-3). By signing up today, you can make an impact in the lives of many. Register at www.greaterpittsburghcps3.org.
Stroke Support Group - Thursday, June 6 from 1 – 2:30 p.m., ECC. The Stroke Support Group is designed for patients and caregivers to share, learn and grow with people who can personally relate to the daily challenges and struggles they face dealing with strokes and their after effects. For more information, call 724-258-1455.
“Why Do You Need a Primary Care Physician?” - Monday, June 10 at 6 p.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX, Willow Room. Laurie S. Molinda, M.D. This program is part of MVH's Innovations in Medicine series featuring physician guest speakers providing medical information to the community. Dr. Molinda will repeat the talk at the hospital, ECC, on Tuesday, July 9, at 6 p.m. Refreshments will be served and parking is free. To register, call the MVH reservation hotline at 724-258-1333.
Better Breathers Club - Tuesday, June 11 from 2 – 3 p.m., ECC. The Better Breathers Club is free and open to all adults and their friends, family or care-givers who want to learn or share information about living well with breathing issues. This group meets the second Tuesday of every month. For more information, call 724-258-1932 or 724-344-0287.
RSDS Support Group - Tuesday, June 11 from 6 - 8 p.m., ECC. The Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy Syndrome Support Group is free and open to all persons with RSDS or related illnesses. For more information, call 724-929-9492.
Advanced Carbohydrate Counting - Wednesday, June 12 from 6 – 8 p.m., ECC. This is a diabetes self-management class that focuses on counting carbohydrate intake. Topics range from how to measure the upward drive each meal has on blood sugar to information on the glycemic index. Completion of the three-day Diabetes Self-Management Training is required prior to attending this class. Registration is required at least one week prior to the start of the class. For more information or to register, call 724-258-1483.
Strawberry Festival - Friday, June 14 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., ECC and outside Central Plaza. The Auxiliary of Mon-Vale Health Resources, Inc. sponsors this ever-popular summer kick-off event. A delicious menu can be enjoyed in the comfort of the Anthony M. Lombardi Education Conference Center. Strawberry plants, home baked goods and crafts are a few of the offered amenities. Free parking available. For more information, please call 724-258-1167.
Cancer Support Group - Monday, June 17 at 2 p.m., Hospital 7-East Family Room. This support group is free and open to all cancer patients and their families. The group meets the third Monday of each month. For additional information, call 724-258-1704.
Breastfeeding Class - Monday, June 17 from 6:30 – 9:30 p.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX. This free class is designed for mothers who plan to breastfeed to help them feel more comfortable and confident while in the hospital after delivery and when returning home. Many props are used in this class including breast pumps. Partners and grandmothers are welcome and encouraged to attend. For more information, call 724-258-BABY (2229) ext. 25.
Managing Your Diabetes - Tuesday, June 18 – Thursday, June 20 from 6 – 9 p.m., ECC. This session builds on the education received in the Managing Your Diabetes program. Learn more about food choices, dining out, and how your eating habits affect your blood glucose control. Completion of the three-day Diabetes Self Management Training is required prior to attending this class. Registration is required at least one week prior to the start of the class. For more information and to register, contact the Center for Diabetes at 724-258-1483.
AARP 55 Alive Beginners Driving Course - Thursday, June 20 and Friday, June 21 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., ECC. The nation's first and largest classroom driver improvement course specially designed for motorists age 50 and older. It is intended to help improve skills while teaching accident and traffic violation avoidance. Some insurance companies offer discounts for course completion. All information is conveyed in a classroom setting in two half-day sessions. The cost is $12 per person for AARP members and $14 for non-members. Pre-registration is required, call 724-258-1333.
Innovations in Knee Replacements - Tuesday, June 25 at 6 p.m., ECC. Scott Baron, M.D., will present a free program to discuss the process of and innovative procedures for knee replacements. This program is part of MVH's Innovations in Medicine series featuring physician guest speakers providing medical information to the community. Dr. Baron will repeat the talk at the HealthPLEX Willow Room on Monday, July 29, at 6 p.m. Refreshments will be served and parking is free. To register, call the MVH reservation hotline at 724-258-1333.
Diabetes Support Group - Wednesday, June 26 from 6 - 8 p.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX, Center for Fitness and Health. This support program is free for people with diabetes, their families and caregivers. The topic will be, “Is the Dean Ornish Program Right for You?” Advanced registration is required by calling 724-258-1483.
Infant and Child CPR Class - Thursday, June 27 from 6 - 9 p.m., ECC. Be prepared to help a choking baby or small child. Sign up to learn emergency life saving techniques of clearing airway obstructions and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). The $40 fee is payable to VHSTC and advance registration is required by calling the Valley Health and Safety Training Center at 724-684-9536.
MVH and Red Cross Blood Drive - Friday, June 28 from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., ECC. MVH, in conjunction with the American Red Cross, is sponsoring a blood drive to benefit the local community. Free parking is available. For more information or to register, call 724-494-4090 or register online at redcrosslife.org.
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