EVENTS & EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES
BREAST CANCER
To Save a Life, a program funded in part by grants from
the Ozark and
Arkansas
affiliates of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, provides
breast cancer education for individuals and groups desiring to learn more
about breast health. Contact Nancy Hochmuth, To Save a Life Coordinator,
at 479-314-1198 or nhochmuth@ftsm.mercy.net to request information or arrange a presentation
or information session.
To Save a Life also provides free mammograms and breast
diagnostic procedures for un- and under- insured women. Call
479-785-5700 to schedule an appointment and to inquire about program qualifications.
CARDIAC
Cardiac Rehabilitation
Take control of your lifestyle and learn to manage heart disease through
our Cardiac Rehab program. The staff provides education and exercise training
for the management of the risk factors that contribute to the development
and progression of heart disease. These include smoking cessation, cholesterol
management, high blood pressure, diabetes and weight and stress management.
This program requires a physician referral and is covered by most insurance
following a heart attack, bypass or valve surgery, angioplasty, stent placement
or those with angina. To register, call: 479-314-5616.
CPR
CPR for Healthcare Provider First Time Courses are held
twice each year in January and July. Contact Susan Snider, RN, Staff
Educator, at (479) 314-6091 or ssnider@ftsm.mercy.net for more details
and to register.
CPR for Healthcare Provider Recertification Courses are
held weekly on Wednesday mornings from 9:00 a.m. until noon. Contact Susan
Snider, RN, Staff Educator, at (479) 314-6091 or ssnider@ftsm.mercy.net for
more details and to register.
Family and Friends CPR “For Infants”
Remaining 2007 dates: November 10 & December 1
1:00 p.m. -5:00 p.m.
Sicard Room
Prior Registration Required
DIABETES
Diabetes Self Management Training (outpatient)
The Diabetes Education Program team is as available for individual needs
related to meal planning, carbohydrate counting, weight control, gestational
diabetes, or impaired glucose tolerance. A Registered Nurse is available
for individual needs related to insulin administration instruction, blood
glucose meter instruction, insulin pump training. A physician’s
referral is required. Call 479-314-6722 for details.
EXERCISE AND
FITNESS
Mercy
Fitness
Center
For a complete list of classes click
here.
Mercy Water Hogs
Mercy Water Hogs is a non-competitive opportunity for kids and young adults
to learn and practice the skills needed to become a proficient or advance
swimmer. Practices are held year round each Monday and Thursday from
5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Practices are lead by Coach Jeff Smith
and assisted by Mercy Fitness Aquatic Director, Diane Self.
Requirements:
Able to swim a minimum of one length front crawl/freestyle
At least 5 years of age
Female swimmers must have a one piece suit
Have a love of the water!
Contact Diane Self at 314-7400 or dself@ftsm.mercy.net for
more information.
FINANCIAL
“Life is Risky Even After Retiring”
Four distinct risks
facing us means that security is a tall “HILL” to
climb.
Presented by John R. Taylor, Senior Vice President
of the John R. Taylor Financial Group, a division of Sterne, Agee & Leach
Inc.
Tuesday, November 27th
6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Sicard Education Center
St. Edward Mercy Medical Center
H – Health is expensive
I – Inflation
L – Living longer
L – Living the good life
Call the Mercy Foundation Office at 479-314-1133 to make your reservations.
HOSPICE
Training for new Mercy Hospice volunteers is held on a regular basis.
For more information, please call Dianne Kitchen, Hospice Volunteer Coordinator,
at 479-314-1150 or (800)225-9743.
MERCY CHOICE
Cataract Awareness Seminar
Presented by Dr. Randy Ennen
Thursday, December 6th
11-Noon
St.
Edward Mercy Medical Center
Hennessy Center
Feel free to bring your lunch. Dessert and drinks
will be provided.
The seminar is free but seating is limited. Call
314-6016 for reservations.
WOMEN’S CENTER
Breast Feeding Classes
Sicard Room
Tuesdays 6:30 p.m. - 8:30
p.m.
Remaining dates in 2007:
November 20, December 4, & December 18.
Registration is required. Call 479-314-6120.
Cost is included in Childbirth Class fee.
Childbirth Classes (1 class session)
Sicard Room
Saturday 9:30 a.m.
– 4:30 p.m.
Remaining dates in 2007:November 3, November 17, December 8, & December
15
Registration is required. Call 479-314-6120.
Cost is $25.00
Childbirth Classes (4 class sessions)
Sicard Room
Thursdays 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Remaining dates in 2007:
November 1st, 8th, 15th, 29th;
December 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th
Registration is required. Call 479-314-6120.
Cost is $25.00
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