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Spokane, Washington  Est. May 19, 1883

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Health Talk – Dr. Sylvia Rojas will speak on the prevention, causes and treatments of headaches, including migraines, at 6:30 p.m. in the Meyer Health and Science Building on the North Idaho College campus in Coeur d’Alene. Call (208) 769-3495 for more information.

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Spokane Cardiology Heart Talks – Dr. Harold Goldberg will discuss new therapies and approaches for atrial fibrillation, Thursday at 7 p.m. at Red Lion Hotel at the Park, 303 W. North River Drive. Call (509) 340-3204 to register.

Healthy Eating with Diabetes – The University of Idaho Extension and Benewah Medical Center will present this free four-part nutrition education program, Monday from 5-8 p.m. at the Coeur d’Alene Tribal Wellness Center, 1100 A. St., Plummer, Idaho. The class will be offered Mondays through May 21. Call (208) 686-1716 to register.

Other programs

First Aid/CPR Classes – Pediatric CPR refresher class and a new student class are held the third Wednesday of each month in Spokane. An adult CPR refresher class and a new student class are held on the first Wednesday of each month in Spokane. Registration is required. For more information, location and times, call Rick Bennett at (509) 979-0849, e-mail nwss2@hotmail.com, or visit www.northwestsafetyservices.com.

FUNctional Fitness Class – U-District Physical Therapy is offering a specialized conditioning class for active people of all levels and ages. This class follows a circuit-training style and focuses on dynamic flexibility, agility, functional lower body strength, balance and total body conditioning. There are three sessions: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7-8 a.m. or 6-7 p.m., or Mondays and Wednesdays from 6-7 p.m. at U-District Physical Therapy, 125 S. Cowley. Cost is $50 per month. Call (509) 458-7686 to sign up.

Health for All – This community-based health care access project links uninsured individuals and families in Eastern Washington with state health insurance programs and assists those who do not qualify for state-sponsored coverage by linking them with appropriate community resources. Call (866) 444-3066; in Spokane County, call (509) 444-3066.

Inland Northwest Hypnosis practice group – This group is for those with training and/or education in hypnosis to practice skills and research theories. It meets at 6:30 p.m. on the last Thursday of each month at 696 Ithaca St., Post Falls. Contact (208) 457-8580 for more information.

Living Well with Chronic Conditions – A five-week workshop through Group Health Cooperative 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.

Master Home Environmentalist Program – The American Lung Association of Washington is offering trained volunteers to offer solutions for indoor environmental health problems in your home. To schedule an appointment, call (509) 325-6516 or e-mail cthompson@alaw.org.

Metaphysical Research Society – First Thursday of each month, 7:30 p.m., (509) 838-8155.

Polio Outreach of Spokane – For information about post-polio syndrome, call Sharman Collins, (509) 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 go to www.durablemedical.com.

Sole Sessions Reflexology – These individual foot and hand sessions will work to improve circulation, relieve tension and more with certified reflexologist Linda Bussard at St. Joseph’s Family Center, in the Francis Building, 1016 N. Superior. To schedule an appointment call (509) 998-1062.

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 (509) 358-7580.

Striders – a community walking and exercise program promoting fitness, fun, friends and health education since 1995. Meets Tuesdays and Fridays, 8-9 a.m. at the Northside Eagles Lodge, 6410 N. Lidgerwood St., Mondays and Wednesdays from 8-9 a.m. at the Valley YMCA, 2421 N. Discovery Place; Mondays and Wednesdays from 8-9 a.m. in Coeur d’Alene. For information, call Carol at (509) 926-1697, or in Idaho call (208) 772-6381.

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 (509) 928-4328.

Take off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) – Meets every Thursday at St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, 9704 N. Division. Weigh-in is at 5:45 p.m. and the meeting starts at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call Sandy at (509) 487-4416, or visit www.tops.org.

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 (509) 467-1739 or e-mail TLCHealth2@aol.com.

TLC Health and Education Services – is accepting new patients and offers primary health care, nutrition counseling, massage therapy, family counseling and fitness training. Located at 10015 N. Division Suite 101. For a free get-acquainted visit, call (509) 467-1739 or e-mail TLCHealth2@aol.com.