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Take Charge of Your Health – Learn how to treat or prevent leading causes of death in men. Dr. Larry Eastburn will discuss which screening exams you should ask for at your next check-up; today at 5:30 p.m. at the Sacred Heart Doctor’s Building, Suite 1000, 101 W. Eighth Ave. For information or to reserve a spot, call 474-2400.

Varicose Veins: What Are they? How Are They Treated? – Learn about new treatment options for varicose veins. Dr. Tracey Magnusen will lead this discussion, Monday from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Valley Hospital Health Education Center, Room 39, 12606 E. Mission. For information and to register, call the Community Health Education and Resources office at 232-8138.

Health and Healing Workshop: Finding Balance – Learn techniques that support your health and well-being at Radha Yoga Center, 406 S. Coeur d’Alene Street, Suite T, next Tuesday, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. The cost is $10. For more information, call 838-3575.

City-Wide Blood Drive – Inland Northwest Blood Center is stocking up the blood supply in preparation for the Fourth of July holiday and the summer months, June 30-July 2 from 7 a.m.-6 p.m. at 210 W. Cataldo Ave. in Spokane and 1341 Northwood Center Court in Coeur d’Alene. For general information, eligibility questions or to schedule a convenient appointment call 624-0151, (800) 423-0151 or visit www.inbc2.com.

Mantra Yoga: Morning Spiritual Practice – This free chanting mantra yoga class will teach you how to transform emotions and provide a sense of inner calm. The class meets Thursdays from 7-7:30 a.m. at the Radha Yoga Center, 406 S. Coeur d’Alene St., Suite T. For more information, call 838-3575.

Today

Medicare Prescription Drug Card Seminar – Spokane Valley Rep. Lynn Schindler and Northwest Health Systems’ Vicki Powell present this seminar to help with enrollment and answer your questions; today at 7 p.m. at Brighton Court Assisted Living, 1308 N. Vercler, Spokane Valley. To reserve a space, call 926-4533.

Upcoming

Cancer Research Update – Dr. Stephen Anthony, a medical oncologist and research director of Cancer Care Northwest, presents this lecture on current cancer research, new vaccines and new drug development; Thursday at 6 p.m. at Cancer Care Northwest, 601 S. Sherman. Reserve a seat before Tuesday at 747-4316.

Drug and alcohol

Tobacco Cessation Classes – CHER is offering free tobacco cessation classes throughout Spokane. Call 232-8138 or 232-8139.

Tobacco Cessation Classes – These classes will be offered to Group Health members for free. For a list of dates and times, call 1-800-992-2279 or visit www.ghc.org.

Parenting/Childbirth

Infant and Developmental Massage Classes - Individual and group classes offered in the Spokane area, call Lori at 466-8435 for more information.

Birth Preparation and Breastfeeding Classes – Group Health is offering these classes. For dates, times and fees call 1-800-992-2279 or visit www.ghc.org.

Maternity Center Tour – Free Holy Family Hospital tours, second and fourth Wednesday of each month, 8 p.m. or by appointment. Call 482-BABY for information or appointment.

Parenting and Childbirth Programs – Various classes including child CPR, breast-feeding, infant massage and sibling preparation are offered through Community Health Education and Resources, 715 S. Cowley. For information on times, locations, and dates call 232-8138.

Parenting Classes – for single parents of children from newborn to 1 year, sponsored by Catholic Charities Childbirth and Parenting Alone Program, Wednesdays 2-4 p.m., CAPA offices, 707 N. Cedar, Suite B. Free; for registration and information, call 325-7667.

Yoga

Low-Cost Yoga Class – every Thursday from 12:05-12:50 p.m., West Central Community Center gymnasium, 1603 N. Belt. Learn breathing, stretching, and relaxation techniques. Bring comfortable workout clothing. Cost is a minimum donation of $2. Contact Rick Harris at 326-9540.

Yoga for Stress Management and Wellness - Tuesdays 4:30-5:30 p.m., Harding Family Center, 411 N. 15th, Coeur d’Alene. First class is free, $30 for 6 classes. Call Anastazia at (208) 762-1535 for more information.

Yoga in the Valley – To increase strength and mobility, relaxation and overall sense of well-being. First class is free, call Jennifer at 217-9268.