Health calendar 3/3/09

Today

Back Surgery: When is it the right choice?

Back surgery options, including artificial disc replacement, will be discussed. Call 332-1587 for more information.

When: 6:30 p.m.

Where: Harrison Room at Southeast Missouri Hospital

Wednesday

Heart & Health screenings

Tests for total cholesterol, HDL, LDL, triglycerides, cardiac risk ratio and glucose and women's osteoporosis screening will be offered. Call 331-5970 for more information.

When: 7 to 10 a.m.

Where: Lobby atrium, Saint Francis Medical Center.

Understanding digestive disorders event

A board-certified gastroenterologist will talk about risk factors and symptoms related to digestive disorders. Call 331-5877 for more information.

When: 5:30 p.m.

Where: Franciscan conference room, Saint Francis Medical Center.

THURSDAY

Knee replacement surgery options

Total knee replacement surgery will be discussed. Call 332-1587 for more information.

When: 6:30 p.m.

Where: Harrison Room at Southeast Missouri Hospital.

Saturday

Fourth annual Fitness Plus Indoor triathlon

Participants will complete a 300-yard swim in the lap pool, a 5-mile stationary bicycle ride and a 2-mile indoor track run. Call 331-5311 for more information.

When: 9 a.m.

Where: Saint Francis Health and Wellness Center, 150 S. Mount Auburn Road.

Breast-feeding support group

A certified lactation consultant offers help for breast-feeding mothers.

When: 10 to 11 a.m.

Where: Call 877-231-2229 to verify location.

Monday

Infant care class

Topics include caregiver tips for parents, grandparents and others on infant feeding, daily care, sleeping patterns, and health and safety information.

When: 5:30 to 7 p.m.

Where: Call 877-231-2229 to verify location.

March 10

Sibling class

The class includes coaching for children ages 3 to 6 on the birthing process, holding infants, toy safety and being a good sibling.

When: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Where: Call 877-231-2229 to verify location.