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Spokane, Washington  Est. May 19, 1883

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Today

Detox Cleanse Informational Meeting - Detoxes are meant to help with energy, brain fog, weight issues, allergies and more. Come learn if a detox is right for you. For more information, email accesshealthchoices3@gmail.com. Today, 5:15 p.m., Access Health Choices, 1315 N. Division St. (509) 624-0908.

Upcoming

Pilgrim’s Events - Events include: Thursday, 6:30-8 p.m., A Natural Approach to Food Allergies, Leaky Gut and Autoimmune Disease, free; July 22, 6:30-8 p.m., Rethinking Your Vitamin Regimen, free; July 30, 6:30-8 p.m., Juicing for Health and Healing, $10; Aug. 6, 6:30-8 p.m., Healthy Summer Cooking Shortcuts, $10; Aug. 13, 6:30-8 p.m., Holy Hormones!, free; Aug. 27, 6:30-8 p.m., Elimination Diet Support: A Guided Journey to Ultimate Health, free. Call for reservations. Pilgrim’s Market, 1316 N. Fourth St., Coeur d’Alene. Free. (208) 676-9730.

A1c Screening - A quick A1c test can help you understand your blood sugar levels over a period of time. Register at wellness.inhs.org for a 15-minute appointment. July 21, 8-8:45 a.m., or Aug. 11, 4-5 p.m., INHS Community Wellness Center, 501 N. Riverpoint Blvd., Suite 245. $15. (509) 232-8145.

InBody 570 Tests - The InBody machine gives you a complete picture of your body composition. Visit wellness.inhs.org to register for a 20-minute appointment. July 21, Aug. 4 and Aug. 18, 9-11 a.m., INHS Community Wellness Center, 501 N. Riverpoint Blvd., Suite 245. $20. (509) 232-8145.

Know Your Numbers: Risk Factor Screening - Do you have hidden risks? Sign up to get immediate results for: cholesterol, blood glucose, height, weight, waist circumference and blood pressure. July 24, 7:30-9:15 a.m., INHS Community Wellness Center, 501 N. Riverpoint Blvd., Suite 245. $45. (509) 232-8145.

Babysitting Basics - This course prepares youths, ages 10-15, to be successful babysitters. Register at wellness.inhs.org. July 25 or Aug. 14, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Institute, Room 200, 711 S. Cowley St. $40. (509) 232-8145.

Deaf and Hard of Hearing Awareness Day - Nexus Inland Northwest will host the annual Deaf and Hard of Hearing Awareness Day/Fundraiser at the park. For more information or to purchase tickets, please call (509) 328-9220 or (509) 315-2288 or email frontoffice@nexusinw.com. July 25, 11 a.m., Silverwood Theme Park, 27843 N. U.S. Highway 95, Athol, Idaho. Advance: $36/adults; $19/youths and seniors. At the gates: $40/adults: $20/youths and seniors. $5/parking.

MedGem Testing - Metabolism analysis using a MedGem calorimeter. Find out how many calories your body uses per day. Tests take 15 minutes and are followed by a 15 minute consultation by a registered dietitian. Fasting is required for best results. Do not eat or drink anything other than water for eight hours before your appointment. Call for an appointment or visit wellness.inhs.org. July 27, 8-10 a.m., INHS Community Wellness Center, 501 N. Riverpoint Blvd., Suite 245. $35. (509) 232-8145.

2015 Spokane & Northern Idaho Walk for Apraxia - Onsite registration starts at 9 a.m. and walk starts at 10 a.m. Every dollar raised helps support the Childhood Apraxia of Speech Association. Aug. 1, 9 a.m., Mirabeau Point Park, 13500 E. Mirabeau Parkway. $20/adult; $10/child. (509) 981-8598.

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