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Health Education Programs
Lupus, women’s health and shaping up for summer are among the topics for July in Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center’s health education series.
Stephanie Krulewitz, M.A., C.A.C., C.C.D.P., C.C.S., L.A.D.C., will review food addiction and weight loss surgery on Wednesday, July 14, from 6:30 to 8 p.m., at the Saint Francis Care Community Health Resource Center, 31 Sycamore St., Glastonbury.
Women’s health and wellness will be discussed by Iacob Marcovici, M.D., an obstetrician/gynecologist, on Tuesday, July 20, from 6:30 to 8 p.m., at the Mandell Jewish Community Center, 335 Bloomfield Ave., West Hartford.
Thomas McLarney, M.D., a family practitioner, will discuss losing weight and shaping up for summer on Tuesday, July 20, from 6 to 7:30 p.m., at the Saint Francis Care Community Health Resource Center, 31 Sycamore St., Glastonbury.
Anne Parke, M.D., a rheumatologist, will discuss the diagnosis and management of the disease Lupus on Wednesday, July 21, from 6:30 to 8 p.m., at the Saint Francis Care Community Health Resource Center, 7 Elm St., Enfield.
There is no charge for any of these programs, but advance registration is required. Call 1-877-STFRANCIS (877-783-7262) for program information and registration, or visit Classes and Events at www.stfranciscare.com.
Positive Thoughts, Positive Outcomes Session Slated
Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center will present the program Positive Thoughts, Positive Outcomes for patients preparing for surgery on Tuesday, July 6, from 6:30 to 8 p.m., at the Saint Francis Care Community Health Resource Center, 7 Elm St., Enfield. Participants will have the opportunity to learn and experience mind/body techniques to enhance their recovery and healing. There is a $45 fee for the class. Advance registration is required. Call 1-877-STFRANCIS (877-783-7262) for program information and registration, or visit Classes and Events at www.stfranciscare.com.
Program to Review Surgical Treatment for Obesity
Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center will hold an informational session on surgical treatment for obesity, featuring Ioannis Raftopoulos, M.D., Director of the Hospital’s Bariatric Center, on Thursday, July 8, from 5:45 to 7 p.m., in the Hospital’s Gengras Auditorium, 114 Woodland St., Hartford. There is no charge for the program, but advance registration is required. Call 1-877-STFRANCIS (877-783-7262) for program information and registration, or visit Classes and Events at www.stfranciscare.com.
Weight Loss Through Hypnosis Sessions Offered
Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center will offer two classes on weight loss through hypnosis during July. During the sessions, participants will receive a post-hypnotic suggestion designed to help them lose unwanted cravings and reduce their consumption of sweets. Sessions will be held on Tuesday, July 13, from 6:30 to 8 p.m., at the Hospital, 114 Woodland St., Hartford; and on Thursday, July 22, from 6:30 to
8 p.m., at the Saint Francis Care Center for Health Enhancement, 35 Nod Road, Avon. There is a $40 fee for each session. Advance registration is required. Call 1-877-STFRANCIS (877-783-7262) for program information and registration, or visit Classes and Events at www.stfranciscare.com.
Stroke Prevention/Education Programs Planned
Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center will present a stroke education and prevention program Wednesday, July 14, from 1 to 3 p.m., at the Saint Francis Care Center for Health Enhancement, 35 Nod Road, Avon. Participants will learn about risk factors for stroke, including high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, obesity, physical inactivity and diet. There is no charge for this program, but advance registration is required. Call 1-877-STFRANCIS (877-783-7262) for program information and registration, or visit Classes and Events at www.stfranciscare.com.
Programs Slated on Smoking Cessation Through Hypnosis
Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center will present two programs on smoking cessation through hypnosis during July: on Wednesday, July 14, from 6:30 to 8 p.m., at the Saint Francis Care Community Health Resource Center, 7 Elm St., Enfield; and Tuesday, July 20, from 6:30 to 8 p.m., at the Saint Francis Care Community Health Resource Center, 546 Cromwell Ave., Rocky Hill. During the sessions, participants will receive a post-hypnotic suggestion designed to help them quit smoking. There is a $40 fee for each session. Advance registration is required. Call 1-877-STFRANCIS (877-783-7262) for program information and registration, or visit Classes and Events at www.stfranciscare.com.
Partner Massage Workshops Slated
Saint Francis Care at Enfield will present a partner massage workshop on Thursday, July 15, from 6:30 to 8 p.m., at the Saint Francis Care Community Health Resource Center, 7 Elm St., Enfield. The workshop will teach soothing and effective techniques to reduce stress and help a partner relax. Participants should wear comfortable clothing and bring a blanket, two pillows and a large bath towel. There is a fee of $25 per person for the workshop. Advance registration is required. Call
1-877-STFRANCIS (877-783-7262) for program information and registration, or visit Classes and Events at www.stfranciscare.com.
Look Good, Feel Better Session Set
Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center will present the American Cancer Society’s Look Good, Feel Better program for women with cancer on Monday, July 26, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Hospital, 114 Woodland St., Hartford. The program teaches beauty techniques to women with cancer to help them deal with appearance-related effects of their treatment. There is no charge for the program. Advance registration is required. Call 1-877-STFRANCIS (877-783-7262) for program information and registration, or visit Classes and Events at www.stfranciscare.com.
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