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Dystonia Meditation – Learn to use meditation to decrease anxiety while confronting dystonia; Saturday, 1-3 p.m., at St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Institute, 711 S. Cowley, registration required by calling Denise Gibson, (509) 891-9131 or e-mail denise@designden.com.

Diabetes and Depression – Free program to help individuals with diabetes recognize and treat signs and symptoms of depression, Monday, 6-8 p.m., at Deaconess Health and Education Center, Room 267, 800 W. Fifth Ave. Call (509) 232-8145.

CPR For Infants and Children – class provides CPR techniques for infants through age 8, as well as management of choking, and accident and poison prevention, Nov. 10, 6:30-8:30 p.m., at St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Institute, 711 S. Cowley. Cost: $90. For information and registration call the Community Health Education Resources office at (509) 232-8138.

BLS Initial Certification – Course for healthcare professionals who respond to cardiac and respiratory emergencies. Participants will be required to pass a written and performance evaluation. Course materials are available upon paid registration, Nov. 11, 7:45 a.m.-1 p.m., at St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Institute, 711 S. Cowley St. Cost is $90. Call (509) 232-8138 to register and for more information.

Mental Fitness for Seniors – Free program sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Association, Nov. 13, 6 p.m., at Heritage Place, 702 W. Walnut Ave., Coeur d’Alene. Call (208) 664-2680 for information.

Upcoming

Meditations for Heart and Mind – Classes are held Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m., in Canticle House at St. Joseph’s Family Center, 1016 N. Superior St. Upcoming classes: Wednesday, Wisdom: Uncommon Common Sense. Cost is $10 per session. Call (509) 483-6495 to register and for more information.

Bringing Baby Home – Newborn care class, Thursday and Nov. 6, 6:30-8:30 p.m.; and Dec. 13, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.; held at Kootenai Medical Center, 2003 Lincoln Way, Coeur d’Alene. Cost is $10. Call (208) 666-2030 or visit www.kootenaihealth.org/education for more information.

Baby Sign Language – Four-week program for expectant parents in the last three months of pregnancy, Nov. 5, 6-8 p.m., at Sacred Hearth Medical Center, 20 W. Ninth Ave. Cost: $75 per couple. Call (509) 232-8145 for information and registration

Frankly Speaking About Lung Cancer – Free workshop will cover latest treatments for lung cancer, with expert panelist to discuss side effects and management. Nov. 6, 6:30-8 p.m., at Holy Family Hospital Health and Education Center, 5633 N. Lidgerwood. Light meal will be included. Registration required by calling (509) 232-8138.

Mental Fitness and Aging – Sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Association, free educational seminar, Nov. 7, 10 a.m.-noon, at the East Bonner County Library, 1407 W. Cedar St., Sandpoint. Call (208) 666-2996 for more information.

ABC’s of Breastfeeding Class – Nov. 10, 6:30-8:30 p.m.; held at Kootenai Medical Center, 2003 Lincoln Way, Coeur d’Alene. Cost is $10. Call (208) 666-2030 or visit www.kootenaihealth.org/education for more information.

Relax into Yoga – Gentle yoga class, covers stretching and relaxing your body and mind using classical yoga postures and relaxation exercises. Meets Mondays, through Dec. 3, 1:30-2:30 p.m. Cost is $48 for the series, $9 per drop-in. Classes are at Radha Yoga Center, 406 S. Coeur d’Alene St. Call (509) 838-3575, e-mail radhayoga@comcast.net, or visit www.radhayoga.org for more information.

Breathing, Relaxation and Meditation – For people living with cancer, fibromyalgia and other chronic conditions, their caretakers and family members. Meets Thursdays, through Dec. 6, 11:15 a.m.-noon, at Radha Yoga Center, 406 S. Coeur d’Alene St. Cost is by donation. Call (509) 838-3575, e-mail radhayoga@comcast.net, or visit www.radhayoga.org for more information.

Understanding Cancer – Series of free presentations for patients and their friends and family, open to the public. Nov. 13 class will focus on treatment and support services for lung cancer; Dec. 11 will be focused on treatment and support services for colorectal cancer. Classes are from 6:30-8 p.m., at Valley Hospital Health and Education Center, 12606 E. Mission Ave., Spokane Valley. A light meal will be provided. Preregistration is required; call (509) 232-8138 to register and for more information.