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Lunch and Learn: Be Active Your Way - This lunch and learn will cover what you need to know to take the next step toward better physical health. Please bring your own lunch. May 21, noon-1 p.m., INHS Community Wellness Center, 501 N. Riverpoint Blvd., Suite 245. Free. (509) 232-8131.
World Doctors Conference - This conference will explore how God works with the medical community and why you should include prayer in your field of study. June 11-12, Healing Rooms Ministries, 115 E. Pacific Ave. $190. (509) 456-0517.
Today
InBody 570 Tests - The InBody machine gives you a picture of your body composition. Visit https://wellness.inhs.org to register for a 20-minute appointment. Today and May 19, 9-11 a.m., INHS Community Wellness Center, 501 N. Riverpoint Blvd., Suite 245. $20. (509) 232-8145.
Food as Medicine - Joe Abate, chief medical officer of Heritage Health, who will offer a medical perspective on food and the current state of health. Additionally, three guest presenters will share their stories of how they healed themselves through changing their diets. Registration is required at www.InFarmU.org. Today, 5:30 p.m., University of Idaho Kootenai County Extension Office, 1808 N. Third St., Coeur d’Alene. $5. (503) 307-4505.
How Does Your Mind Create Your World - Explore your mind and how it relates to your inner and outer worlds, your true ideals, values and purpose. The reflective practices will provide insight into how your mind creates your world, whether you are new to yoga or a longtime practitioner. Bring a notebook or journal. Today, 7-9 p.m., Yasodhara Yoga Center, 406 S. Coeur d’Alene St. $30. (509) 280-7610.
Skin Cancer Screening – Today-Friday. Appointment required. Visit https://wellness.inhs.org for a full list of the varying appointment times and locations. Free. (509) 242-4264.
Upcoming
Living Well with Diabetes - A six-week workshop series. Learn how to manage symptoms, exercise to improve strength, eat healthy, properly use medication, and work more effectively with health care providers. Register at http://courseregistration.inhs.org. Wednesday, 5 p.m., INHS Community Wellness Center, 501 N. Riverpoint Blvd., Suite 245. Free. (509) 209-2156.
Pilgrim’s Market Events – Wednesday, 6:30-8 p.m., Food Nutrients vs. Supplements, free; Thursday , 6:30-8 p.m., An Eater’s Guide to Popular Diets, free; May 21, 6:30-8 p.m., Probiotics and Healthy Weight Loss, free. Call to make reservations. Pilgrim’s Market, 1316 N. Fourth St., Coeur d’Alene. (208) 676-9730.
Pre-Diabetes Class - Two-part series teaches the understanding needed to help delay or prevent the progression of pre-diabetes to type 2 diabetes. Support person can participate at no charge. To register and for information, visit wellness.inhs.org. Two-part class series begin on Thursday and May 28, 2-4 p.m., Providence Medical Park, 16528 E. Desmet Court. $30. (509) 242-4264.
Weight Release - Hypnosis can effortlessly help you to lay down the excess weight for good. Includes free CD to reinforce at home what you are learning in class. Fridays beginning May 15, 6-7:30 p.m., St. Joseph Family Center, 1016 N. Superior St. $48. (509) 483-6495.
Kidical Mass Bike Ride - Kids and their families are invited to a fun, safe bike ride. All types of bikes, trailers, Xtracycles, bakfiets, tandems, folding bikes, trikes are welcome. Ride through the neighborhood beginning at Chief Garry Park. Saturday, 1 p.m., Chief Garry Park, 2701 E. Sinto Ave. Free. (509) 723 2908.
Introduction to Yoga - Instructors from South Perry Yoga focus on getting you comfortable with some basic poses and routines. Open to adults of all fitness levels. It’s best to wear comfortable clothes and please bring a yoga mat if you have one. Saturday, 2 p.m., Otis Orchards Library, 22324 E. Wellesley Ave., Otis Orchards. Free. (509) 893-8390.
Beginning Meditation - Explore your capacity for focused relaxation in this introduction to basic meditation practices. Please bring pillows or blankets. Sunday, 1 p.m., Cheney Library, 610 First St., Cheney, (509) 893-8280; June 8, 6:30 p.m., Moran Prairie Library, 6004 S. Regal St., (509) 893-8340. Free.
INVeg Potluck - Vegan potluck followed by a presentation by Brandy Lucas on medicinal herbs and edibles. Child care is provided during the presentation hour for $5 per child or what you can afford. Please bring a plant-based dish to share, eating utensils, and a list of your ingredients. Sunday, 5-7 p.m., Woman’s Club of Spokane, 1428 W. Ninth Ave. Free. (509) 607-0409.
Online Tools for Health and Fitness - Discover health and fitness apps and websites to help you stay on track with your health goals. May 21, 7 p.m., North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Road, (509) 893-8350; May 28, 7 p.m., Spokane Valley Library, 12004 E. Main Ave., (509) 893-8400. Free.
Other programs
Alzheimer’s Association Helpline - In Spokane, call (509) 473-3390 or 24-hour help line, (800) 272-3900. Available Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Amputee Support Group - Support for people with amputations and their family and friends. Third Tuesday of each month, 11 a.m.-noon, St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Institute, 711 S. Cowley St. Visit www.stlukesrehab.org or call (509) 473-6681 for more information.
Anger Management for Men - Ongoing six-week men’s group, Wednesdays, 5-6:30 p.m., St. Joseph Family Center, 1016 N. Superior St. Cost: $15 per session or $90 for the six-week course. For more information, call (509) 483-6495.
Breast and Cervical Health Program - Provides eligible women with free health exams and mammograms sponsored by Spokane Regional Health District. Call (509) 324-1553 or (888) 461-8876.
Children’s Environmental Health Network - Web site offers information on organizations active in various fields, sources of data on child health and environmental hazards and more, www.cehn.org or call (202) 543-4033, email at cehn@cehn.org.
Corbin Senior Activity Center Senior Services - Classes and groups for mental, emotional and physical health. The center also offers events, tours and meeting space. Call (509) 327-1584 or visit www.corbinseniorcenter.org for listings.
CPR, First Aid and Automated External Defibrillator Classes - Offered by the American Red Cross. Check the Web site for class schedules. Inland Northwest Chapter, 315 W. Nora Ave. Cost is $35-$55, call (509) 326-3330 ext. 216, or visit www.spokaneredcross.org.
Depression Screenings - Offered to adults by Eastman Consulting Services, 607 S. Government Way, Spokane. Free. Call (509) 456-2190.
Diabetes Education - Community Health Education and Resources offers group or individual instruction on diabetes self-management. Course is for clients and their families who are new to diabetes. Call (509) 232-8145 for class times, dates and locations.
Heritage Health - Is a nonprofit health center in Coeur d’Alene providing medical, mental and behavioral health and dental services to everyone regardless of their ability to pay. For more information or to make an appointment, call the Center at (208) 620-5250 or visit www.myheritagehealth.org.
Divine Health - Word of Faith Christian Center is offering a weekly class on how to live in divine health, Sundays at 10 a.m. at the Word of Faith Christian Center, 4001 N. Cook St. Call (509) 891-5253.
First Aid/CPR Classes - Adult, child and infant first aid/CPR classes, new student and refresher courses, are available through the Safety Center, 1317 W. Kiernan Ave. Courses cover assessment of airway, breathing, and circulation techniques, as well as the use of protective barriers. Hands-on CPR exercises are included. Prices range from $35-$55 and include a training manual. Two-year certification cards are issued. Registration is required. For information, location and times, call Rick Bennett at (509) 979-0849, email rick@thesafetycenter.us, or visit www.thesafetycenter.us.
Fit for Retirement - Phoenix Training will offer small classes or one-on-one training for those of retirement age that want more than seated chair exercises. For a list of classes, visit www.phoenixtrainingofspokane .com or call (208) 659-1990.
Fitness Classes - Classes include: Zumba fitness/strength training combo, Zumba fitness, body blast, body fit, abs core xpress, and sweat, flex, and stretch. Held at various times and locations. Visit www.spokaneparks.org or call (509) 625-6200 to register or for more information.
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