Health Bulletin Board
Today
Managing Uterine Fibroids – One out of four or five women may be affected by uterine fibroids that are fairly common and usually harmless. This forum will discuss treatment options at 5:30 p.m. in the Avista Classroom of Sacred Heart Women’s Health Center, 101 W. Eighth Ave. Registration is required. For information, call 474-2400.
Diabetes Screening and Blood Pressure Information – The East Central Community Center, 500 S. Stone, is offering blood glucose tests, blood pressure screening and information from 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. For information, call 625-6693.
Depression and You – This panel discussion will cover the signs, symptoms and treatment of depression and will include a resource fair and dinner from 6-8:30 p.m. in the Providence Auditorium of Sacred Heart Medical Center, 20 W. Ninth Ave.. Registration is required. For information, call the Community Health Education and Resources office at 232-8138.
New listings
Free Diabetes Screenings – The American Diabetes Association, Inland Northwest Health Services and LifeScan are presenting these screenings today from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. and 6-8 p.m.; Wednesday from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. and Thursday from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at Northern Quest Casino, 100 N. Hayford Road, Airway Heights. For information, call Inland Northwest Health Services at 232-8100.
Adult/AED and First Aid – Presented by the American Red Cross, Wednesday at the Washington State University Student Recreation Center, Pullman. For cost and times, call 335-8732.
Adult, Infant, Child CPR and First Aid – Presented by the American Red Cross, Wednesday and Thursday from 6-10 p.m. at the Colfax Fire Department. For times and costs, call 397-3416.
Lifeguard Training Class – The Whitworth Aquatic Center, 300 W. Hawthorne Road, is hosting this class that will include Red Cross lifeguard certification, first aid, CPR for the professional rescuer and preventing disease transmission, Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 6, 13, 19 and 20. The cost is $180. For information, call Patti Hunter at 777-4246.
The Mountain Pose – Presented by the Radha Yoga Center, 406 S. Coeur d’Alene St. Suite T, this class on the mountain pose, Saturday from 10 a.m.-noon. The cost is $10. The center also is offering classes on Dreams and Daily Life on Tuesdays, and Kundalini Yoga on Wednesdays. For information, call 838-3575 or visit www.radha.org.
Weight Loss Seminar – Surgical Bariatrics Northwest, 750 N. Syringa St., Suite 205, Post Falls, is presenting four workshops that will discuss the benefits of low-impact surgical procedures that result in weight loss, Nov. 1 and 15 and Dec. 6 and 20. For times and more information, call (208) 262-0945.
Babycare Basics – For 10- to 15-year-olds interested in baby sitting. Class will discuss baby sitting issues and responsibilities, Tuesdays from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Nov. 1-22. The cost is $38 and registration is required. For information, call the Community Health Education and Resources office at 232-8138.
Learn about Acupuncture – Spokane Community College’s Asian/Pacific Club is presenting Paul Lu and Nancy Chen for a free acupuncture demonstration Nov. 1 from 5:45-7:15 p.m. in the Lair Student Union Center Littlefoot Room, Building 6, 1810 N. Greene St. For information, call Susan Butler at 533-7473.
Carpal Tunnel and Thoracic Outlet Syndrome Seminar – The Pearson and Weary Pain Relief Clinic presents this seminar that will focus on the symptoms and treatments of these conditions, Nov. 2 from 6:30-8 p.m. in the conference room of Mullan Center Building No. 2, 1410 N. Mullan Road, Spokane Valley. For information, call 927-8997 or 994-7947.
Insulin Pump Support Group – This meeting will feature a dietician Nov. 9 from 6-7:30 p.m. at Rockwood Clinic, 400 E. Fifth Ave., on the fourth floor. For information, call Deborah at 838-1391.
Ai Chi Classes – Aquatic specialist Patty Murphy will teach introductory Ai Chi classes on Mondays and Wednesdays through Nov. 9 from 4:30-5:30 p.m. at North Spokane Physical and Sports Therapy and Aquatics Clinic, 203 E. Dalke. The cost is $80. For information, call Murphy at 777-4735 or 995-7852 or e-mail pmurphy@whitworth.edu.
Upcoming
Women and Epilepsy: Hormones, Pregnancy and Menopause – This class will discuss how seizures are affected by hormones, Wednesday from 6:30-8 p.m. at the Lindaman Center, 315 W. Mission. For information, call the Epilepsy Foundation Northwest at 325-1128 or e-mail sjohnston@epilepsynw.org.
Second Annual Let’s Beat Breast Cancer Forum – Cancer Care Northwest is presenting this forum to commemorate Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The forum meets Wednesday at 6 p.m. in the Rendezvous Event Facility, 1003 E. Trent. For information, call 228-1135.
Stroke Awareness Forum – This forum will discuss strokes and treatment options, Thursday from 6-8:30 p.m. in the Providence Auditorium at Sacred Heart Hospital, 20 W. Ninth Ave. Registration is required. For information, call 474-4535.
Other programs
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.
Smoking Cessation Class – This class meets every Tuesday from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at the East Central Community Center, 500 S. Stone. For information, call 625-6693.
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.
Striders – a community walking and exercise program promoting fitness, fun, friends and health education since 1995. Valley Strider classes are at 8 a.m., Mondays and Wednesdays at the YMCA at Mirabeau Point. Northside Strider classes are at 8 a.m., Wednesdays and Fridays at the Corbin Senior Center, 827 W. Cleveland Avenue. Lake City Strider classes are at 8 a.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays at Community United Methodist Church, 1470 W. Hanley Ave., Coeur d’Alene. For information, call Carol at 926-1697 or Steve at (208) 571-2729.
Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) – Meets Tuesdays at 5:30 p.m. for weigh-in, meeting at 6 p.m. at Opportunity Presbyterian Church, 202 N. Pines. Call Kathy at 928-4328.
Therapeutic Lifestyle Changes – This program offered by TLC Health Services, 10015 N. Division, 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.
TLC Health and Education Services – This clinic, 10015 N. Division #101, is now accepting new patients and offers primary health care, nutrition counseling, massage therapy, family counseling and fitness training. For a free Get Acquainted Visit call 467-1739 or e-mail TLCHealth2@aol.com.
Women’s Group – This ongoing group addresses relationship issues including fear of intimacy, childhood sexual/physical abuse and depression/irritability. Meets weekly, Wednesdays 6-7:30 p.m. Cost: $25/week; for information call Donna Carolyn, Cedar Bridge Counseling, 624-3561.
Cancer Support
Cancer Support – For questions about cancer, call Providence Cancer Center at 474-5490. A nurse will answer questions and give the latest local and national information.
Look Good… Feel Better – A program offered by the American Cancer Society to help women diagnosed with cancer learn how to apply cosmetics and choose wigs and other head wear. The group meets monthly. For locations, time and more information, call Abby Wadlow at 455-3440, option 3.
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.
Chiropractic Care
Free Scoliosis Screenings – Liberty Lake Chiropractic Clinic, 1318 N. Liberty Lake Road. Call 891-4088.
Free Scoliosis Screen – Enlist professional expertise to your service group or club. Call Loren C. Miller, at 327-3393.
Free Scoliosis Screening – The progression of scoliosis can be slowed or stopped and reversed in most cases without surgery. Utilize this opportunity to have your child evaluated. Call Mark Guthrie, at 327-8188.
Free Workshop – Bond Chiropractic Health Center offers a free workshop on alternative health-care topics, 307 W. Francis. Call 489-1544 for times and dates.
Drug and alcohol
Daybreak of Spokane – offers residential and outpatient treatment for adolescents with emphasis on family. Downtown outpatient and residential, 628 S. Cowley, 624-3227; Valley outpatient, 11707 E. Sprague, Suite D-4, 960 E. Third Ave., 927-1991.
Parents of Addicted Teens – Group is forming. For information, call 747-6901 and leave a message.
Partners of Addicts – Group is forming. For information, call 747-6901 and leave a message.
Smoking Cessation Class – This class meets every Tuesday from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at the East Central Community Center, 500 S. Stone. For information, call 625-6693.
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 459-1086 or visit www.ghc.org.
Parenting/Childbirth
Baby Care Basics – This class will meet every Thursday in October from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Holy Family Health Education Center, 5633 N. Lidgerwood. Registration is required. For information, call the Community Health Education and Resources office at 232-8138.
Infant and Developmental Massage Classes – Individual and group classes offered in the Spokane area, call Lori at 466-8435 for more information.
Infant Massage – Integrative Medicine, 3430 S. Grand Blvd., is presenting this weekly class that will teach massage for your infant that will support physical, emotional and cognitive development on Tuesdays from 9:30-11 a.m. The cost is $80 for four classes and registration is required. For information, call Kim Harmson at 747-7377.
Birth Preparation and Breastfeeding Classes – Group Health is offering these classes. For dates, times and fees call 459-1086 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.
Parent/Childbirth Education – Classes at Holy Family, 5633 N. Lidgerwood St., are offered through Community Health Education and Resources and include: Baby Care Basics, Breastfeeding Basics, Prepared and Refresher Childbirth, Sibling Preparation, Infant/Child CPR, Children at Birth, Sensational Beginnings, Communicating with your Baby, and Infant Massage. For dates and times call CHER at 232-8138.
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.
Positive Power Yoga and Pilates Studio – 9107 N. Country Homes Blvd., Suite 7, offers a variety of classes including: yoga, Tuesdays from 4-5 p.m., the first class is free and $10 after that; yoga and Pilates fusion class, Saturdays from 9-10:30 a.m.; $5 donation and the proceeds will go to the Vanessa Behan Crisis Nursery; strength and core training with weights, Mondays from 9:30-10:30 a.m. and Tuesdays from 9:30-10:30 a.m., $10; Pilates, Wednesdays, 9:30-10:30 a.m., $10; yoga over 50, Fridays from 9-10:30 a.m. For information, call 467-9199.
Qi-Gong – The St. Joseph Family Center, 1016 N. Superior St., is offering this class, pronounced “chee-goong,” to help boost self-confidence, firm the body and relieve depression every Wednesday from noon-1:15 p.m. The cost is $40 for six sessions. For information, call the center at 483-6495.
Yoga and Pilates Classes – All fitness and experience levels welcome at the Fitness Studio of the Warehouse Athletic Facility, 800 N. Hamilton. Classes for Pilates/yoga blends meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:15-6:15 p.m. starting Sept. 6. The cost is $45 a month or $10 a class. For more information call Katie at 484-2670 or e-mail Katie@warehouseathletics.com.
Serenity Yoga – Yoga classes are now available for all ability levels at Serenity Yoga inside the Ninth Avenue Medical Building, 315 W. Ninth. For schedules and prices call 230-8070.