Health Bulletin Board

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Free Nutrition Education Classes – The University of Idaho Extension Nutrition Program is offering free weekly classes to those who receive food stamps, other Health and Welfare programs or school free-lunch programs. This week’s class will discuss “Making Dollar Decisions” and will meet today from 9-11 a.m. at the Coeur d’Alene S.L. Start, 1323 E. Sherman, Suite 5. For information, call (208) 446-1680.

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Essential Reiki I Class – Candess Campbell, a Reiki master, will lead this class Saturday from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at 2317 W. Clarke Ave. The cost is $100 including attunement. Registration is required. For information, call 363-1789 or visit www.energymedicinedna.com.

Infant Massage – This prenatal class will discuss the benefits of “loving touch” using massage techniques, Wednesday from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Institutes, 711 S. Cowley. The cost is $20 and registration is required. For information, call the Community Health Education and Resources office at 232-8138.

Prepared Childbirth – For women in their last trimester of pregnancy, this class will discuss the stages and management of labor, breathing techniques, muscle toning and relaxation. The class meets weekly starting Wednesday, from 7-9 p.m. at the Deaconess Medical Center, 800 W. Fifth Ave. The cost is $80 and registration is required. For information, call the Community Health Education and Resources office at 232-8138.

Infant/Child CPR – Learn techniques to use for infants and children up to 8 years old, Monday from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Institute, 711 S. Cowley. The cost is $35 and registration is required. For information, call the Community Health Education and Resources office at 232-8138.

Communication: The Key to Dementia Care – the Alzheimer’s Association presents this seminar that will discuss tips and strategies to help communicate with those with Alzheimer’s or a related dementia, next Tuesday from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Guardian Angel Homes, 23102 E. Mission Ave., Liberty Lake. For information, call the Alzheimer’s Association at 483-8456.

Baby Care Basics – For new parents, this class will discuss the first few days and weeks with baby after returning from the hospital. The class meets weekly starting next Tuesday, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Holy Family Hospital, 5633 N. Lidgerwood. The cost is $55 and registration is required. For information, call the Community Health Education and Resources office at 232-8138.

Cardiovascular Health: Small Changes, Big Results! – Experts from Sacred Heart’s cardiac services unit will show you how to take control of your heart health, next Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. in the Avista Classroom at Sacred Hearth Women’s Health Center, 101 W. Eighth Ave. The cost is $5. For information call 474-2400.

Prenatal Yoga Classes – The Radha Yoga Center is offering this weekly class beginning Feb. 9 from 11 a.m.-noon at Sacred Heart Medical Center, 101 W. Eighth Ave. The cost is $10 per class. For information,call 474-2400.

Other programs

Eating Disorders – Treatment and support groups. For more information or to register, call Paige Numata at 455-6144. Additional information may be found on the Internet at www.spokanefamilytherapy.com.

Evening Walking Program – The Spokane Parks and Recreation Department is presenting this walking group that meets on Mondays and Thursdays from now through April 7 from 6 to 6:45 p.m. The cost is $29. For more information and meeting locations, call 625-6200.

Health for All – a community-based health care access project designed to link uninsured individuals and families in Eastern Washington with state health insurance programs and assist those who do not qualify for state-sponsored coverage by linking them with appropriate community resources. Call (866) 444-3066; in Spokane County, call 444-3066.

Hip and Knee Pain Free Seminar – Second and fourth Thursday of each month, 1 p.m., Holy Family Hospital Health Education Center. Learn the causes and treatment of hip and knee pain plus tips on diet, exercise, and medication. Call 474-7400 to register.

Living With Hepatitis C – meetings on the first Saturday of each month at the Kootenai Medical Center, Coeur d’Alene. To register, call Kristy S. at (208) 666-2930.

Living Well with Chronic Conditions – A five-week workshop that deals with the needs of those with chronic health problems. For a list of dates and times, call (800) 992-2279 or visit www.ghc.org.

Free Memory Clinics – Wednesdays, 9-10 a.m., Kootenai Medical Center, McGrane Center. Screenings along with information on memory loss, causes, treatments, and whether more testing may be needed. Screenings take approximately 15 minutes. Call (208) 659-8297 for more information.

Men’s Group Therapy – 10-week program to help mind and heart resolve issues affecting personal growth and fulfillment in relationship, work and family. Sliding fee scale. Tuesdays from 7-8:30 p.m. or Saturdays from 1-2:30 p.m. Call Chi Counseling Services, 999-5831.

Metaphysical Research Society – First Thursday of each month, 7:30 p.m., 838-8155

Multiple Sclerosis Self-Help Group – North side meets the third Thursday of each month at 2 p.m. at the Holy Family MS Center, 5901 N. Lidgerwood, Suite 25. Family group meets the fourth Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at St. Luke’s Rehabilitation, 711 S. Cowley, Suite 200. For information on meetings in the Eastern Washington and Northern Idaho areas, call the Inland Northwest Chapter of the National MS Society at (800) FIGHT-MS or 482-2022

Polio Outreach of Spokane – For information about post-polio syndrome call Sharman Collins, 448-8517, or e-mail sharmanrcollins@msn.com.

Power Wheelchairs Available – Miracle on Wheels for nonambulatory senior citizens 65 years and older, also available to the permanently disabled of any age. Call (800) 749-8778 or www.durablemedical.com for more details.

Schizophrenia Support Group – meets the first Monday of the month, 6:30 p.m., Spokane Mental Health, 107 S. Division, Room J. For information, call Ron Anderson at 235-4630.

Self Healing and Mediation – Learn stress management, relaxation techniques, breath work, and guided and silent meditation at Metaphysical Learning Center. Call 448-0491 for more information.

Speech, Language and Hearing Screenings - WSU Spokane’s Speech and Hearing Clinic, Health Sciences Building, 310 N. Riverpoint Blvd. Open to children and adults. Appointments necessary. Call 358-7580.

Stress Reduction Clinic – This clinic will teach you techniques to manage stress better at Sacred Heart Medical Center, 101 W. Eighth Ave. For information, call Dr. Mary Gentile at 487-6337.

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