Health Bulletin Board

Today

Understanding Infertility – Supportive and educational presentation on all aspects of infertility and family building; 6-8 p.m. at Center for Reproductive Health, 508 W. Sixth Ave., Suite 500. Call (509) 462-7070 to reserve a spot.

Compassion Fatigue Class – Free class for caregivers and loved ones of the chronically ill; 9-11 a.m. at Providence Center for Faith and Healing at Sacred Heart Medical Center, 101 W. Eighth Ave. Call (509) 474-3008 to reserve a seat.

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Treatments for Hip and Knee Arthritis – Covers the latest information on treatments. Wednesday, 6:30 p.m., at Providence Holy Family Health Education Center, 5633 N. Lidgerwood St. Free. Call (509) 232-5971.

Healthy Heart Powwow – Event sponsored by the NATIVE Project of Spokane and Title VII Indian Education/Spokane Public Schools is held to promote cultural heritage and traditions, healthy living, diabetes prevention, heart health and more. Event will feature a healthy living booth offering free health information and blood pressure screens and checks along with information about HIV testing, sports physicals, mammograms, H1N1 flu vaccinations, vision screenings, wellness programs and depression screens. Friday, 6-10 p.m. at Garry Middle School, 725 E. Joseph Ave. Free dinner is at 6 p.m. Contact Tara or Dylan at (509) 325-5502.

“Parenting With Power, Persistence and Patience” – Held each Tuesday and Thursday, 6-8 pm. at North Central High School, 1600 N. Howard St. Classes are free, no registration is required. Presented by Spokane Public Schools. Topics include advocating for your child, building relationships, managing conflict, addressing adolescent high-risk behaviors and preventing adolescent substance abuse. Call (509) 354-7329.

Prepared Childbirth Class – Fast-paced one-session class gives an overview of childbirth topics. Main focus is progression of labor, breathing techniques, pain management and cesarean birth. Saturday, 8 a.m.-noon, at Providence Holy Family Health Education Center, 5633 N. Lidgerwood St. Cost is $50 and includes a support partner. Visit www.cherspokane.org to register.

The BodyTalk System – Advanced Energy Medicine – Certified BodyTalk practitioners will offer demonstration sessions and be available to answer questions at Spokane’s Holistic Chamber of Commerce Mind, Body, Spirit, Fair Saturday, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. at Unity Church, 2900 S. Bernard St. Call (406) 862-2608 or e-mail jaymienoble@yahoo.com for more information.

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Hidden Stresses and Your Health – Free public lecture by David D. Clarke, M.D., from Oregon Health and Sciences University will explore the hidden stresses and their ability to cause problems for our daily lives, our relationships and our health. Feb. 26, 4-5 p.m. at Riverpoint Campus, Academic Center Auditorium, Room 20, 600 N. Riverpoint Blvd. Reservations required by Monday. Event parking is available between 3:30 and 5:30 p.m. For more information, go to www.ahec.spokane.wsu.edu.

Upcoming

“Know Your Heart – Save Your Life” – A Healthy Woman event sponsored by Deaconess Medical Center and Valley Hospital and Medical Center. Evening will include an informal discussion and question-and-answer session about women’s heart disease; personal experiences of women who suffered and recovered from heart disease; free cholesterol screenings and blood pressure checks; drawings, giveaways and refreshments. Wednesday, 5-7 p.m. at Deaconess Health Education Center, 910 W. Fifth Ave. Free. Space is limited, preregistration is encouraged. Call (509) 473-2650 or e-mail hollanjj@empirehealth.org to register.

Pilgrim’s Natural Market Events – Preventative Stroke/Carotid Artery Screening: Learn the benefits of utilizing diagnostic ultrasound to see the inside of the carotid arteries and abdominal aorta which provides valuable information on people’s vascular health. Thursday, 5:30-6:15 p.m. . The Benefits of a Plant Food Diet: Covers both the scientific evidence as well as practical aspects of eating a plant based diet. Sunday, 5:30-7 p.m. Events are free and held at Pilgrim’s Natural Market, 1316 N. Fourth St., Coeur d’Alene. Call (208) 676-9730 for more information.

Medicare Advantage Seminars – Informational seminars on Group Health’s Medicare Advantage plans. Held at 10 a.m. Thursday and Feb. 25 at South Hill Medical Center, 4102 S. Regal St., Suite 101; and Friday and Feb. 26 at Oxford Suites, 15015 E. Indiana Ave. Visit www.ghc.org/ medicare/hmoSeminars.jhtml or call (800) 446-8882, Ext. 100 to register.

Living with Chronic Pain – Free community presentation to discuss the importance of good relationships, movement and breathing techniques to improve the quality of life for those living with chronic pain. Light meal is provided. Thursday, 6:30-8 p.m. at Valley Hospital Health and Education Center, 12606 E. Mission Ave., Spokane Valley. Visit www.cherspokane.org to register.

Mind, Body, Spirit Fair – Spokane Holistic Chamber of Commerce is holding the event to facilitate awareness in our community and help people realize the possibility of living a more holistic and sustainable lifestyle. Saturday, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. at Unity Church, 2900 S. Bernard St. Free. Call (509) 389-7290.

Red Cross Babysitter’s Training Course – For ages 11-15, class helps participants develop skills in leadership, basic care, safe play and first aid. $45 per class. Classes are 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday, March 6 and 20 at Red Cross Inland Northwest Chapter, 315 W. Nora Ave. Call (509) 326-3330, Ext. 215 or 209 or visit www.spokaneredcross.org/ classes.html.