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- Last Updated on Monday, 01 July 2013 01:22
Breast Cancer Support Group - Monday, July 1 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.
“How to Know if You Need a Joint Replacement/Revision” - Monday, July 1 at 6 p.m., ECC. 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. Refreshments will be served and parking is free. To register, call the MVH reservation hotline at 724-258-1333.
Smoking Cessation Program - Tuesdays, July 2, 9, 16, and 23 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m., Primary Care Resource Center (PCRC), Hospital, fourth floor. Classes are offered at no charge to PCRC patients, MVH employees and anyone with a referral from an MVH-affiliated primary care physician. For all others, the cost for the complete program is $20. Space is limited and registration is required. To register, call 724-258-1932.
Bone Density Screening - Wednesday, July 3 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.
Childbirth Preparation Class - Wednesdays, July 10, 17, 24, and 31 from 7 – 9 p.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX. A four-week series of prenatal education classes designed to prepare couples for the birthing process. Topics include: signs of labor, vaginal and caesarian deliveries, the role of a labor coach, comfort measures including breathing and relaxation skills and pain medication options. Couples will rehearse what they learn in class to help relieve anxiety surrounding the birthing experience. To register, call 724-258-BABY (2229) ext. 25.
Managing Your Diabetes - Tuesday, July 9 – Thursday, July 11 from 8:30 – 11:30 a.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX. 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.
Better Breathers Club - Tuesday, July 9 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, July 9 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.
“Why Do You Need a Primary Care Physician?” - Tuesday, July 9 at 6 p.m., ECC. 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. Refreshments will be served and parking is free. To register, call the MVH reservation hotline at 724-258-1333.
Talk With a Doc: Back Pain - Thursday, July 11 at 7 p.m., Mt. Lebanon Public Library. Jose Ramirez-Del Toro, M.D. will present a free program to discuss symptoms and treatment for back pain. Refreshments will be served and parking is free. To register, call the MVH reservation hotline at 724-258-1333.
AARP 55 Alive Refresher Driving Course - Monday, July 15 from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., ECC. This is 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 one half-day session. The cost is $12 per person for AARP members and $14 for non-members. Pre-registration is required, call 724-258-1333.
Cancer Support Group - Monday, July 15 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.
Bariatric Surgery Information Session - Monday, July 15 at 6 p.m., ECC. Bariatric surgery is an option for people wanting to lose 100 pounds or more. MVH has teamed up with Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC to provide this free information session designed to give those individuals struggling with weight loss the facts to choose their best option. To learn if you are a candidate for this surgery, join Ramesh Ramanathan M.D., FRCS, as he discusses this topic in detail. To register, call 412-641-3632 or 412-802-8299.
Advanced Carbohydrate Counting - Wednesday, July 17 from 9 – 11 a.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.
Arthritis and Fibromyalgia Support Group - Wednesday, July 17 from 1 – 3 p.m., ECC. The Arthritis and Fibromyalgia Support Group is free and open to all persons with arthritis, fibromyalgia or related illnesses and their families. For more information, call 724-258-1321.
Ostomy Support Group - Thursday, July 18 from 2 – 3:30 p.m., ECC. This support group is free and open to all persons with ostomies and their families and friends. The group meets the third Thursday of each month. For more information, call 724-258-1773.
“Why Do You Need a Primary Care Physician?” - Thursday, July 18 at 6 p.m., Finleyville Community Center. 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. Refreshments will be served and parking is free. To register, call the MVH reservation hotline at 724-258-1333.
Managing Your Diabetes - Tuesday, July 23 – Thursday, July 25 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.
Public First-Aid Instruction - Thursday, July 25 from 6 – 9 p.m., ECC. Adult first aid classes are offered by the hospital in conjunction with Valley Health and Safety Training Center. The $30 fee is payable to VHSTC and advance registration is required by calling 724-684-9536.
Innovations in Knee Replacements - Monday, July 29 at 6 p.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX, Willow Room. 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. Refreshments will be served and parking is free. To register, call the MVH reservation hotline at 724-258-1333.
Breastfeeding Class - Monday, July 29 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.
Understanding Your Meal Plan - Tuesday, July 30 from 6 – 8 p.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX. 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.
Adult CPR Instruction - Tuesday, July 30 from 6 - 9 p.m., ECC. Adult cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) classes are offered by Monongahela Valley Hospital in conjunction with Valley Health and Safety Training Center. The $40 fee is payable to VHSTC and advance registration is required by calling 724-684-9536.
Understanding Your Blood Sugar Readings - Wednesday, July 31 from 6 – 8 p.m., Mon-Vale HealthPLEX. Learn how to make sense out of all those blood sugar readings you document. Understand how your diet, medications, illness and stress affect your blood sugar. 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.
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