Heart Health Screenings: What Do You Need,
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Cardiovascular disease, meaning disease related to the heart and blood vessels, is the leading cause of death and disability among adult Americans.
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Sleep Apnea Can Damage the Heart
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It has long been recognized that untreated sleep apnea leads to a host of medical problems that can significantly compromise one's health, quality of life and longevity.
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What To Consider When Buying A Hearing Aid
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Choosing a hearing aid is a big decision that will improve quality of life, relationships, safety and communication ability.
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Cigarette Smoking: How It Affects You?
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The Western Pennsylvania Guide to Good Health will present a series of articles about the adverse health effects of smoking and second hand smoke. In this first part, we examine the way smoking impacts organs beyond the lungs.
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Adult First Aid - Thursday, January 26 from 6 - 9 p.m. Adult first aid classes are offered by Monongahela Valley Hospital in conjunction with the Valley Health and Safety Training Center. The $30 fee is payable to VHSTC and advance registration is required at 724-684-9536.
January 30
The Washington Hospital Breastfeeding Support Group
For pregnant women, mothers who are currently breastfeeding, fathers and siblings. Last Monday each month (except December) from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the Community Room The Washington Hospital. Register by calling (724) 250-4476.
Breastfeeding Class - Monday, January 30 from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. at the Mon-Vale HealthPLEX. This free class is designed for mothers who plan to breastfeed to help them feel more comfortable and confident while in the hospital after delivery and when returning home. Many props are used in this class including breast pumps. Partners and grandmothers are welcome and encouraged to attend. For more information, call 724-258-BABY (2229).
Introduction to Breastfeeding
Location: Community Ed. Classroom, 5th Floor, St. Clair Hospital
Cost: $40 per person or $50 per couple
Led by a lactation consultant, Introduction to Breastfeeding is designed to facilitate a woman's choice to breastfeed. The "why and how" of breastfeeding are discussed, along with emphasis on positioning baby, latching on, breast care, the father's role, returning to work and breastfeeding challenges. Participants are given the opportunity to ask questions, as well as view breast pumps, nursing bras and additional nursing accessories. Classes offered monthly. For more information, please call 412-942-5895 or visit the website www.stclair.org
Adult CPR Instruction - Tuesday, January 31 from 6 - 9 p.m. Adult CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) classes are offered by Monongahela Valley Hospital in conjunction with Valley Health and Safety Training Center (VHSTC). The $40 fee is payable to VHSTC and advance registration is required at 724-684-9536.
February 4
8th Annual All Abilities Camp Fair
ABOARD presents the 8th Annual All Abilities Camp Fair for typical children and those with disabilities on Saturday, February 4, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. at The Mall at Robinson, 100 Robinson Centre Dr. For more information, contact ABOARD at (412) 781-4116 or 1-800-827-9385 or jenniferfulton@aboard.org.
A free screening of the film "A Place for All: Faith and Community for Persons with Disabilities" will take place from 6:30-8:30 p.m. on Wednesday, February 1 at Jewish Family & Children's Service of Pittsburgh, 5743 Bartlett Street. For more information or to RSVP, contact Linda at (412) 802-5945 or lmarino@jfcspgh.org.
Depression and Seasonal Affective Disorder
Join Monongahela Valley Hospital's new psychiatrist Amanda M. Rush, M.D., when she discusses depression and seasonal affective disorder (SAD) at MVH's free community Innovations in Medicine lecture series in February and March. Dr. Rush will discuss SAD on Thursday, February 9, at the hospital's Anthony M. Lombardi Education Conference Center. She will repeat this Innovations presentation on Thursday, March 1, at the Mon-Vale HealthPLEX at WillowPointe Plaza on Route 51 in Rostraver. Both Innovations programs are free and begin at 6 p.m.; parking. To register, call 724-258-1333.
Ski/Sporting Clays Fundraiser for Blind & Vision
Rehabilitation Services of Pittsburgh
Diann Roffe, an Olympic gold medalist in the 1994 Winter Olympics in Lillehammer, Norway, and a world champion ski competitor, will be featured at the 2012 Corporate Cup Ski Race and Sporting Clays to benefit Blind and Vision Rehabilitation Services of Pittsburgh (BVRS) on Friday, February 10 at Seven Springs Mountain Resort. Registration for this 28th annual fundraiser benefitting the agency that provides services to people who are blind or vision impaired are being accepted online at http://www.blindvr.org/fundraisingevents.asp or by phone to Cindy Smith at (412) 368-4400 ext. 2208.
BVRS Plans Safety Training Class for Visually Impaired
Blind and Vision Rehabilitation Services of Pittsburgh's (BVRS) next New Outlook class on skills and techniques for seniors and others interested in tips for living safely in the home with vision loss starts Wednesday, March 7. Training in a variety of adaptive skills and techniques is offered one day each week from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for six weeks. Scheduling is flexible, and the class is free for individuals who qualify. For more information on the New Outlook class or to register, call (412) 368-4400.
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Allegheny County Health Department Offers Free Group Presentations on Prostate, Ovarian and Colorectal Cancer
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Donnell House Celebrates
10th Anniversary
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accessAbilities Expands Services
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The Watson Institute
LEAP Preschool Program Celebrates 30 Years
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Breast Surgery Specialist Dr. Denise Gilman Joins Angott Surgical Associates in Washington County
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The Pressley Ridge School for Autism: A New School, a New Leader and a New Approach
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Nominations Sought for Breastfeeding Friendly Place Awards
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