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Free Nutrition Education Classes – The University of Idaho Extension Nutrition Program, 1000 Hubbard Ave., Suite 140, Coeur d’Alene, is offering free weekly classes for those receiving food stamps, school free-lunch programs, and other health and wellness programs. The first class meets today from 11 a.m.-noon and will discuss developing a spending plan. For more information, call (208) 446-1680.

Sleep Over for Science – The Eastern Washington Area Health Education Center and the 4-H Clubs of Eastern Washington present an overnight health careers education camp for fourth-, fifth- and sixth grade students Friday through Saturday at the Washington State University Spokane Riverpoint Campus, Health Sciences building, 610 N. Riverpoint Blvd. The cost is $15 and includes breakfast and supplies. For more information, call Bonnie Wagner at 358-7644 or e-mail bonniew@wsu.edu.

Resolution 2005 Health and Life Improvement Expo – St. Joseph’s Family Center is presenting this wellness fair to learn fun ways to keep your New Year’s resolutions about getting in shape. The expo includes demonstrations in martial arts, yoga and dance, and there will be educational seminars, as well. The expo is on Saturday from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Spokane Convention Center. Admission is $8 and is good for both days. For more information, call Rachael Grafmiller at 218-6519.

Medicare 101 – This monthly class will explain the benefits of Medicare and is for anyone turning 65 and eligible for Medicare benefits. The class will next meet next Tuesday, from 1-3 p.m. at the Coeur d’Alene Fire Station, 1500 N. 15th St. Reservations are required. For more information, call (208) 666-6847 or (800) 488-5725.

Epilepsy Educational Resources – the Epilepsy Foundation Northwest, 315 W. Mission No. 21, is offering free educational presentations about seizure recognition and first aid. On Jan. 26, there will be a special meeting featuring Cyberonics’ Therapeutic consultant, Dan DeYoung from 7-8:30 p.m. at the Lindaman Center, 315 W. Mission Ave. For information, call the foundation at 325-1128, e-mail sjohnston@epilepsywa.org, or visit www.epilepsynw.org.

The National Alliance for the Mentally Ill – For adult relatives of adults with mental illnesses, this course will meet on Jan. 29 from 9:30 a.m.-noon and every Saturday morning after that for 12 weeks at Sacred Heart Medical Center, 101 W. Eighth Ave. For information, call Ron Anderson at 235-4630.

Therapeutic Lifestyle Changes – This program offered by TLC Health Services, 10015 N. Division St., Suite 101, will focus on treating metabolic syndrome and obesity. For an introductory visit, call TLC at 467-1739 or e-mail TLCHealth2@aol.com.

ADHD and Addiction Assessment Screening – Dr. Bob Colonna will provide information on ADD/HD and addiction assessments by appointment. For information, call (208) 784-8891.

Upcoming

North Idaho Partners in Care Mobile Clinic – will visit a variety of North Idaho locations this month. Clinics provide primary health care for all ages, acute and chronic disease care, immunizations and cancer screenings. Sites include: the Athol, Timberlake Fire Station, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Thursday, dental only. For an appointment call (208) 415-5100; at Harrison City Hall from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday. For an appointment call (208) 245-4556.

Blood Pressure Checks – provided Wednesday, Feb. 16 and March 16 from 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at The Medicine Shoppe pharmacies, 1327 W. Northwest Blvd. and 520 S. Pines Road. For more information, call 327-1504 or 924-1222.

Cancer Fitness Recovery Program – The Medically Directed Wellness Center at St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Institute is looking for four underinsured or uninsured women to participate in its Cancer Fitness Recovery Program. The program helps cancer survivors deal with the side effects of chemotherapy and radiation. The Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation has set aside money for women who cannot afford to join. For more information, call 473-6013.

Introduction to Yoga – The Radha Yoga Center, 406 S. Coeur d’Alene Street, Suite T, is offering this two-week course; on Wednesday and Jan. 26 from 5:30-7 p.m. the cost is $15. For information, call 838-3575 or e-mail radhayoga@comcast.net.

Breastfeeding Basics – This two-week course will discuss both prenatal and postnatal benefits and techniques, starting today from 6:30-8:30 p.m., at St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Institute, 711 S. Cowley. The cost is $30 and registration is required. For information, call the Community Health Education and Resources office at 232-8138.

Prepared Childbirth – This five-week class for expectant parents in the last three months of pregnancy will discuss the stages and management of labor, breathing techniques, muscle toning and relaxation. The class begins today from 7-9 p.m. at Deaconess Medical Center, 800 W. Fifth Ave.; Thursday from 7-9 p.m. at Sacred Heart Medical Center, 101 W. Eighth Ave.; Monday from 7-9 p.m., also at Sacred Heart Medical Center.The cost is $80 and registration is required. For information, call the Community Health and Education Resources office at 232-8138.