Health calendar 1/15/08

Today

• Aids to Daily Living: 10 and 11 a.m. at the Cape Area Family Resource Center on South Sprigg Street. The SEMO Alliance for Disability Independence will host the workshop to show practical ways for those who are elderly or disabled to modify everyday items such as toothbrushes, pencils and utensils so that they can be used more effectively and more easily. Sponsored by the Primary Care Coalition of the Community Caring Council. For more information, call Kay Azuma at 651-3747, extension 104.

Wednesday

• Flu shot clinic: 7 to 10 a.m. at Fitness Plus. There is a cost. Medicare and insurance not accepted. No appointment necessary. Call 331-5316 for more information.
• Grief support group: 1 to 3 p.m. at HealthPoint Plaza in Cape Girardeau. For more information, call facilitators Julie Metzger or Vicky Hyslop at 651-5549 or associate chaplain Connie Griswold at 651-5519.

Thursday

• Breast cancer support group: 7 p.m. at Womancare, Healing Arts Building. Kelly Heironimus, from the American Cancer Society, will be speaking about advances in breast cancer treatment. Call 331-5357 to register.
• We Can support group: 4 to 6 p.m. in meeting room 102 at Southeast Missouri Hospital. For cancer patients and their families to learn how to cope with cancer and various issues related to treatment. For more information, contact Pastoral Care at 651-5519 or the Generations Center at 651-5825.

Saturday

• Breast-feeding class: 9 to 10:30 a.m. in the Generations Center. Covers topics such as the benefits and techniques of breastfeeding, family involvement and support. Call Generations at 651-5825 or visit www.southeastmissourihospital.com to register.
• Breast-feeding support group: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. in the Generations Center. Provides an opportunity to meet and talk with other breast-feeding moms. Partners and support persons also are welcome. The meetings will start immediately following the breast-feeding class. For more information, call the Generations Center at 651-5825 or visit www.southeastmissourihospital.com.
• Preparation for childbirth class: 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Saint Francis Medical Center Registration Center. Comprehensive guide to expected bodily changes, labor signs and stages, pain control techniques and basic infant care. Tips on relaxing, positioning and breathing will also be discussed. Refreshments provided. Bring the "Pregnancy, Childbirth and Parenting Kit" provided by your physician's office. Register by calling 877-231-2229.

Monday

• Healthy cooking class: 6 p.m. at HealthPoint Plaza. "Splendid Soups" shows participants how to make delicious, healthy soups that can be stored for extended periods of time for a quick dinner later. There are various fees. Call 986-4440 to preregister.
• Childbirth preparation class: 6 to 8:30 p.m. in the Harrison Room at Southeast Missouri Hospital. Expectant parents are invited to attend this class designed to ease concerns and give a positive, confident attitude toward labor and delivery. Classes include what to expect throughout the birthing process, methods of relaxation and breathing, and a video on Caesarean section deliveries. Pre-registration is required. Call Generations at 651-5825 or visit www.southeastmissourihospital.com to register.

Tuesday

• Angels of God prayer group: 6 p.m. in the Pastoral Care conference room at Saint Francis Medical Center. For parents who have lost a child of any age. Call 331-5146 Monday through Friday 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. with questions. The day you plan to attend, call 331-5118 and leave a message for Father Augustine.
• Relay for Life kickoff: 5 to 7 p.m. at the Immaculate Conception Parish Center. Team packets will be available and the American Cancer Society staff and volunteers will be there to answer questions and review packets. For more information or to participate, call Kaci Hubbard at 334-9197 or e-mail kaci.hubbard@cancer.org.

@graphic_body:-- From staff reports