The Resource November 2015

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1 The Resource November 2015 Your resource for excellent health information, classes and screenings. The Health Resources Center (HRC) in Johnson City is located inside The Mall at Johnson City on the lower level beside Belk Women s Store. Some classes are held in our annex located at the back of The Mall, between Belk Home Store & Belk Women s Store. Enter directly from parking lot 17 at the green awning Open Mon. Sat., 8am 6pm The Indian Path Health Resources Center in Kingsport is located on the upper level of the Kingsport Town Center near JCPenney Open Mon. Sat., 8am 6pm

2 Johnson City Health Resources Center Classes Date/Time/Speaker Description Registration is required. Call Free unless otherwise noted. DIABETES Are You At Risk for Type 2 Diabetes? Diabetes Prevention Series: 1 of 3 Diabetes Prevention Series: 2 of 3 Diabetes Prevention Series: 3 of 3 Sweet Holiday Tips for Diabetes Diabetes 101: Monitoring & Being Active Lilly Diabetes My Educator Program Happy Feet with Diabetes Diabetes 101: Healthy Eating FOOD & NUTRITION Eat to Breathe: Nutrition in Congestive Heart Failure Tues., Nov. 10, 8-10am, HRC Tues., Nov. 10, 4:30-5:15pm, HRC Tues., Nov. 10, 5:15-6pm, HRC Tues., Nov. 10, 6-6:45pm, HRC Wed., Nov. 11, 2-3pm, HRC Teri Hurt, RN, CDE, MSHA Wed., Nov. 11, 3:30-5pm, Annex Teri Hurt, RN, CDE, MSHA Wed., Nov. 18, 6-7pm, HRC Heidi Mohn, RN, CDE, Lilly Diabetes Educator Are you at risk for developing diabetes? Stop in and find out with this quick and easy questionnaire. Find out simple steps that can help prevent or manage diabetes better. What is Pre-Diabetes? Have you been told you have pre-diabetes or borderline diabetes? Gain the tools you need to change the course you are on and learn how to decrease your risk of developing diabetes. Eating to Prevent Diabetes. Have you been told you have pre-diabetes or borderline diabetes? Gain the tools you need to change the course you are on and learn how to decrease your risk of developing diabetes. Moving to Prevent Diabetes. Have you been told you have pre-diabetes or borderline diabetes? Gain the tools you need to change the course you are on and learn how to decrease your risk of developing diabetes. Join us to learn how a little planning and preparation can keep you on a healthy path at holiday gatherings with friends and family. Find out how being active can help you get better control of your blood sugar. Monitoring basics will also be discussed. Interactive, personalized program designed to help you fit diabetes care into your busy life. Call to register! Fri., Nov. 20, 11am-12pm, HRC Diabetes can take a toll on your feet and skin. Join us to learn how to prevent diabetes related Virginia Kanner, RN, CWOCN, MSHA complications. Monofilament foot screening following talk. Mon., Nov. 23, 12-1:30pm, Annex Mon., Nov. 16, 12:30-1:30pm, HRC Not sure how to eat now that you have diabetes? Learn the basics about healthy food choices and portion control plus common myths and truths about diabetes. Maintaining your nutritional health can be a challenge when you have CHF. Recommendations and tips for better nutrition will be discussed. Tips to Avoid Holiday Weight Gain Tues., Nov. 17, 5-6pm, HRC Alice Sulkowski, RD, CDE Learn ways to enjoy holiday festivities and food without packing on the pounds. Practical tips, ideas and recipes will be available. Soup-er Nutrition Tips & Tricks of Crock Pot Cooking HEALTH SCREENINGS Coronary Risk Panel Screening HEALTHY LIVING Hope for Your Breath Friends Money Matters: Social Security for Couples Medication Management Thyroid Disorders 101 Uncontrolled Seizures Yoga for Every Body Wed., Nov. 18, 12-1pm, HRC Elizabeth Elizondo, MS, UT Extension Thurs., Nov. 19, 2-3pm, HRC Sat. Nov. 21, 7:30-9am, Annex Mon., Nov. 2, 12-12:30pm, HRC Stacie Davis, RN, Oncology Tues., Nov. 3, 5-6pm, HRC Michael Bird, CFP Wed., Nov. 4, 9-10am, HRC Lisa Heaton, RN, MSHA Thurs., Nov. 5, 2-3pm, HRC Jeanne Clarke, RN, MSHA Thurs., Nov. 5, 5-6pm, HRC Wayne St. John, LPN Thurs., Nov. 5, 12, 19; 6-7pm, Annex Glynda Ramsey, MD Soups on! Join us to get some new ideas for making simple soups that are quick, easy, tasty and healthy! Samples and recipes will be provided. Hearty slow-cooked meals can warm up those cold days. Join us to learn the tips and tricks to better slow-cooking. Recipes provided. Screening includes total cholesterol, HDL, LDL, triglicerides, blood glucose and hematocrit. No food or drink (except water) 8-12 hours before the test. $25, cash or check. Tools and resources to communicate with your breath friends and family about smoking cessation, risk of lung cancer, hope and opportunities for better lung health. Learn important information about spousal benefits, survivor benefits and how re-marriage affects ex-spouse benefits. Plus, you ll learn how to avoid mistakes at the Social Security office. Join us to learn information about medication safety, and tips for properly taking your medications. Join us to learn the basics of thyroid function and thyroid disease. Sometimes the best medicine isn t just another medicine. Learn about treatment options for people with uncontrolled seizures. This class is for everyone! Learn to maintain balance and calm in the midst of life s daily stresses. Bring a yoga mat. $5 fee.

3 Lowering Your Cholesterol Good Grief It s the Holidays Make a DASH for Better Blood Pressure Home Safe Home Living Well With Arthritis Stress Management Tips Mon., Nov. 9, 12:30-1:30pm, HRC Mon., Nov. 9, 7-8pm, Annex Brian Scott, MA, LPC/MHSP, NCC Tues., Nov. 10, 12-1pm, HRC Wed., Nov. 11, 9-10am, HRC Lisa Heaton, RN, MSHA Thurs., Nov. 12, 1-2pm HRC Milligan College OT Students Fri., Nov. 13, 12-1pm, HRC Heart Saver First Aid Sat., Nov. 14, 8-11am, Annex Heart Saver CPR Give Tai Chi a Try! Congestive Heart Failure Sat., Nov. 14, 12-3pm, Annex Mon., Nov. 16, 5-6pm, Annex Tonya Van Hook, Certified Tai Chi for Arthritis Instructor, Medical QiGong Practitioner Tues., Nov. 17, 11am-12pm, HRC Julia Bates, NP, CHF Clinic, JCMC Learn practical nutrition lifestyle tips to help you improve cholesterol and triglyceride levels. Join us to learn coping skills that can help you through this season, after loosing a loved one. Refreshments provided. Sponsored by Tetrick Funeral Services. A healthy lifestyle plays an important role in lowering high blood pressure. Learn about the DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) eating plan and how exercise can help lower blood pressure. Learn practical tips to stay safe, healthy and happy in your own home year round. Falls and home accidents are often preventable learn how! Join us to learn how adaptive equipment and joint protection techniques can improve your quality of life while protecting your joints! Trying to unwind? Learn practical tips to manage your stress, and techniques to help you relax and get through the busy holiday season. How to manage medical emergencies and injuries in the first few minutes, until professional help arrives. Fee for class. Online registration Select Classes & Programs from top blue bar > MSHA Training Center > Basic Heartsaver. CPR can save lives. This class is for anyone in the community. It includes CPR for adult, child and infant victims. Fee for class. Online registration Select Classes & Programs from top blue bar > MSHA Training Center > Basic Heartsaver Learn more about Tai Chi and Qigong, the similarities and differences, chronic illnesses that may be prevented or improved with these exercises, plus stress management and psychological benefits. Try them out and see which is best for you. Gain a better understanding of Heart Failure. Plus, learn about the CHF clinic at JCMC and how to take advantage of this great resource! COPD Tues., Nov. 17, 2-3pm, HRC Jeanne Clarke, RN, MSHA Learn the facts about chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), also known as emphysema or chronic bronchitis. Prevention of COPD and treatment options will be discussed. Living with Chronic Kidney Disease Living Well With Arthritis Oh My Aching! Self Management Techniques for Chronic Pain Body Butters: Nourish Your Skin Palpitations Asthma Basics Osteoporosis SUPPORT GROUP Tues., Nov. 17, 2-3:30pm, Annex Marianna Higgins, LCSW Tues., Nov. 17, 5:30-6:30pm, Annex Milligan College OT Students Wed., Nov. 18, 3-4pm, HRC Milligan College OT Students Thurs., Nov. 19, 12-1pm, HRC Fri., Nov. 20, 2-3pm, HRC Tues., Nov. 24, 11am-12pm, HRC Lisa Heaton, RN, MSHA Mon., Nov. 30, 2-3pm, HRC Focus will be on chronic kidney disease including diagnosis, stages, signs and symptoms as well as treatment options of hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis and transplant. Join us to learn how adaptive equipment and joint protection techniques can improve your quality of life while protecting your joints! Living with chronic pain can be challenging. Join us to learn how you can improve your quality of life by using self-management techniques to minimize your pain! Learn the benefits of using natural homemade body butter, tips for making it for yourself, or as a unique gift. Demos & Free Samples. Does it ever feel as if your heart skips a beat? Join us to learn more about palpitations, what causes them and when you need to seek medical attention. Join us to learn asthma basics, the importance of an asthma action plan and common asthma terminology. Gain a better understanding of osteoporosis, how it develops, the role of exercise, information on bone density testing and treatment options. Mended Hearts Fibromyalgia Multiple Myeloma Mommy & Me: Breast Feeding Weight Loss Surgery Lymphedema Tues., Nov. 3, 11:30am-1pm, Annex Lynn Frierson, Facilitator Tues., Nov. 3, 5-6:30pm, Annex Cate Abraham Sat., Nov. 7, 11am-1pm, Annex Darlene Jessee, Facilitator Mon., Nov. 9, 10-11:30am, Annex Chasta Hite, RNC, IBCLC, MSHA Wed., Nov. 11, 6-7:30pm, Annex Michael Phillips, Behavioral Health Assessment Counselor, Woodridge Thurs., Nov. 12, 5-6pm, HRC Jennifer Hovatter, BS, Public Health Facilitator Mended Hearts offers information and support to individuals who have had heart surgery. If you or a loved one has fibromyalgia, get the information and support you need. Join us to learn how Tai Chi and water therapy can help with Fibromyalgia pain. Dress comfortably. If you or someone you love has multiple myeloma, please join us for information and caring support. Get to know other moms who are breastfeeding and gain information and support. Support is here for your journey! Join others on the same journey for tools, shared learning, strategies and support. Together, we will support your success. Join us for this support group that is devoted to advocating and assisting those with lymphedema.

4 Early Onset Alzheimer s Fri., Nov. 13, 11am-12pm, Annex Tabitha Ebbert, Alzheimer s Assoc. NOVEMBER 2015 Join us for emotional, educational and social support for caregivers and people in the early stage of Alzheimer s disease or another form of dementia. Parkinson s Smart Recovery Sat., Nov. 21, 10:30am-12:30pm, Annex Patsy Meridith, Certified Nutrition Consultant, Natural Foods Market Every Wed., 4:30-6pm, HRC Sara T. & Brittany W., Facilitators Join us to learn a natural approach to controlling the complications of Parkinson s treatments emphasizing healthy foods, key dietary supplements and adequate activity. No matter what your addictive substance or behavior, learn tools to help you overcome and be empowered to take responsibility of your recovery through behavioral changes. Registration not required. Kingsport Health Resources Center Classes Date/Time/Speaker Description Registration is required. Call Free unless otherwise noted. DIABETES Lilly Diabetes My Educator Program Watch Out for Winter FOOD & NUTRITION Fuel Up for Activity Healthy Food & Supplement Trends Healthy Twists on Holiday Sides Eat to Breathe: Nutrition in CHF Enjoy the Holidays Without Weight Gain HEALTH SCREENINGS Labs Blood Glucose Screenings Child I.D & Fingerprinting HEALTHY LIVING Hope for Your Breath Friends Yoga Basics Dealing with Bullies: In School or at Home Thyroid Disorders 101 Turkey Time Stress Tips Home Safe Home Dash to Better Blood Pressure Money Matters: Social Security for Couples Tues., Nov. 17, 10-11am Heidi Mohn, RN, CDE, Lilly Diabetes Educator Wed., Nov. 18, 5-6pm Teri Hurt, RN, CDE Thurs., Nov. 5, 3-4pm Meredith Crilly, RD Tues., Nov. 10, 3-4pm Tanya Dykes, RD Wed., Nov. 11, 6-7pm Katie Gagel, RD Wed., Nov. 18, 3-4pm Fri., Nov. 20, Noon-1pm Elizabeth Hall, RDN, LDN, Food City Tues., Nov. 10, 7-9am Thurs., Nov. 19, 8-10am Teri Hurt, RN, CDE Any day, Mon.-Sat. 8am-6pm Mon., Nov. 2, 3-4pm Gayle Hawley, RN, BSN, OCN Nurse Navigator & Latanya Angel Wiles, Oncology Navigator Tues., Nov. 3, 10, 17, 24; 10:30-11:30am Amy Fitzpatrick, MS, RD, R-HYI Tues., Nov. 3, 3:45-4:45pm Sara Carico, LMSW Wed., Nov. 4, 3-4pm Fri., Nov. 6, 11:30am-Noon Tanya Fuccio, RN Fri., Nov. 6, 5-6pm Tanya Fuccio, RN Mon., Nov. 9, 9-10am Tues., Nov. 10, 5-6pm Michael Bird, CFP Interactive, personalized program designed to help you fit diabetes care into your busy life. Learn how to monitor and treat high or low blood sugar, eat healthy and stay active. You ll leave with an action plan to share with your healthcare provider. Call to register! Pneumonia, flu, dry, cracked skin oh my! The winter months can be scary when you have diabetes. Learn how to prevent complications and stay healthy during the cold winter months. Learn about selecting the best foods to eat before and after activity to maximize your energy level. This class will cover some of the top supplement and diet promotions on the market today and help you learn how to sort through mixed messages about nutrition. Enoy a cooking demonstration centered around side items served at holiday gatherings. There are many ways to prepare light dishes that will keep your guests asking for more! Maintaining your nutritional health can be a challenge when you have CHF. Recommendations and tips for better nutrition will be discussed. Come to learn strategies to help avoid holiday weight gain while still enjoying friends, family and the feast! No food/drink (except water) for 8-12 hours before the test. Call for an appointment. $25 Coronary Risk Panel total cholesterol, HDL, LDL, triglycerides, glucose and hematocrit. $20 Liver Panel albumin, bilirubin: total, direct, and indirect, bilirubin ratio, alkaline phosphatase, total protein, ALT, AST. $20 Hemoglobin A1c. $30 TSH - thyroid. $35 PSA - prostate. Cash/check only. Stop by for a free screening either before or after breakfast. No food or beverages (except water) for 8 hours prior to testing, if you prefer a fasting result. No appointment necessary. Free! It is important to act fast when a child is missing. The Child I.D. Kit will help you be prepared to give law enforcement information they need. Drop in to pick up a kit, learn safety tips and have your child fingerprinted. Tools and resources to communicate with your friends and family about smoking cessation, risk of lung cancer, hope and opportunities for better lung health. Learn how yoga and meditation can be used as part of a holistic approach to health and wellbeing. Bring a mat. $5 Fee. Cash only. Dealing with that difficult person at home, or trying to cope with your child being bullied at school? Join Sara as she shares strategies to handle these stressful situations. Join us to learn the basics of thyroid function and thyroid disease. Pop in for a quick class with some simple tips to take the stress out of your next holiday event. Nearly 20,000 people die yearly from home accidents. Most of these can be prevented! Learn practical tips to stay safe, healthy and happy in your own home year round. Discover the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH), how exercise can help and ways to cope with stress. Join a certified financial planner to learn how couples can best maximize their social security benefits. Continues on Reverse

5 Continued from Inside Neck & Back Pain COPD Chronic Sinusitis Benefits of Raw & Organic Self Care Products CHF Seasonal Safety Elder Concern, Care & Abuse Lower Your Cholesterol Oh My Aching! Self-Management Techniques for Chronic Pain Palpitations 101 Exercise Prescription No Fibbing: Atrial Fibrillation Living Well with Arthritis Medication Management Cardiac Trivia Challenge Cardiomyopathy Joint Replacement CPR for Health Care Providers Brain Tumors SUPPORT GROUPS Healing the Hurt: Grief Better Breathers Club Gluten-Free TriCities Wed., Nov. 11, Noon-1pm Stan Johnson, Medical Exercise Specialist, Great Body Company Wed., Nov. 11, 2-3pm Thurs., Nov. 12, Noon-1pm Phil Jones, MD, Allergist Thurs., Nov. 12, 1-2pm Travis Pate, Kindred Company Thurs., Nov. 12, 3-4pm Fri., Nov. 13, Noon-1pm Tom Patton, Kingsport Police Dept. Fri., Nov. 13, 1-2pm Linda Evans, Supervisor, TN Department of Human Services Mon., Nov. 16, 9-10am Tues., Nov. 17, 9-10am Milligan College Occupational Therapy Students Wed., Nov. 18, 1-1:30pm Thurs., Nov. 19, 11am-Noon Alysen Carter, MD, ETSU Family Physicians Thurs., Nov. 19, 2-3pm Thurs., Nov. 19, 5-6pm Milligan College Occupational Therapy Students Mon., Nov. 23, 9-10am Tues., Nov. 24, 8:30-9:30am Friday, Nov. 27, 10-11am Fri., Nov. 27, 1-3pm Joy Martin, RN Sat., Nov. 28, 8am-Noon MSHA American Heart Team Mon., Nov. 30, 11am-Noon Dr. Selma Kominek, East TN Brain & Spine Tues., Nov. 3, 5-6pm Facilitator: Sara Carico, LMSW Thurs., Nov. 5, 1-2:30pm Tammie Heaton, BS, CRT Thurs., Nov. 5, 4:30-5:30pm Facilitator: Jill Skeans NEW Learn why so many suffer from neck and/or back pain and how to prevent and treat it. Learn the facts about chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) also known as emphysema or chronic bronchitis. Prevention of COPD and treatment options will be discussed. Do you suffer from headaches, facial swelling or nasal stuffiness? It could be chronic sinusitis. Learn what could be causing it, treatment options and prevention. Learn about synthetic/preservative-free self care products such as lip balm, body butter, beard balm and achy body oil created with responsible sourcing of raw materials. Product sampling available. Have you or someone you know been diagnosed with CHF? Join us to learn the basics of CHF and useful strategies for preventing hospital admissions. Crime runs rampant during the holiday season. Don t be a victim. Join Officer Patton as he shares info on keeping safe whether out shopping, pumping gas or sitting at home. Is there a senior in your family, neighborhood or church that you are concerned about? Would you like to help but don t know what to do or feel uneasy to get involved? Learn what you can do to keep our elderly safe and maintain your anonymity. Learn practical nutrition and lifestyle tips to help you improve cholesterol and triglyceride numbers. Living with chronic pain can be challenging. Join us to learn how you can improve your quality of life by using self-management techniques to minimize your pain. It may be frightening to experience skipped heart beats, also known as palpitations. Join this 30 minute session to learn what causes palpitations and when you need to seek medical attention. Learn how exercise can help fight many of the diseases that are becoming more prevalent. Dr Carter will discuss different types of exercise in hopes that everyone can find something they enjoy, which will in turn provide motivation to get active and improve health. Do you ever feel like your heart is skipping a beat? It could be atrial fibrillation. Learn about this common cardiac condition and current treatment options. Living with arthritis can be challenging. Learn how adaptive equipment and joint protection techniques can improve your quality of life while protecting your joints! Multiple medications and combinations of over the counter, prescription and herbal supplements can be confusing and dangerous. Learn how to take your medication safely. Pill box & cup giveaway. How much do you know about heart health? Grab a cup of coffee and test your skills at this early morning, friendly competition and education session. Anyone can develop cardiomyopathy, a serious disease of the heart muscle. Assess your risk and learn the symptoms and treatment available. Learn how to prepare for joint replacement, what to expect before and after surgery and the questions you need to ask the doctor about your surgery. Includes CPR for adult, child and infant victims, plus AED training and airway obstruction. Includes new AHA guidelines. Fee for class. Online registration at MountainStatesHealth.com. Select Classes & Programs from top blue bar > MSHA Training Center > Advanced/Basic BLS. Did you know there are more than 100 types of brain tumors and over 70,000 people will be newly diagnosed this year? Dr Kominek will review warning signs and treatment options. A NEW grief support group focused on healing the hurt of loss in a supportive atmosphere. Join our professional therapist and other peers for sharing, validation, insight and tools to resuming a happier life. Ideal for those dealing with death, divorce, job or pet loss. Learn how to manage your lung disease and discover resources and local activities to help you in your day-to-day life. A great opportunity to get out of the house and become more active. Surviving the Holidays: Gluten free tips and recipes to help you get through the holiday season.

6 400 N. State of Franklin Road Johnson City, TN RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED NONPROFIT ORG U.S. POSTAGE PAID JOHNSON CITY, TN PERMIT NO. 189 In an effort to go green, please let us know if you do not wish to receive this calendar, or if is an option. Please call or or NEW Better Breather s Club: Learn to manage lung disease and learn about local resources. Beginning Nov. 5 th in Kingsport. Ongoing HRC Services Free blood pressure checks. Individual nutritional counseling by appointment with a registered dietitian. Cholesterol & A1C screenings: available daily, by appointment. Call to schedule. $25 fee each. Cash or check only. Johnson City location only. Fall Risk Assessment available daily. Learn your risk for falling and fall prevention tips. Sleep Apnea Screenings Registered nurse available to provide health information. COPD Screening: (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) Yellow Dot Program: Walk in any day, any time. Designed to supply first responders with an individual s medical information in the event of an emergency. Stop by to complete your Yellow Dot Emergency Medical Information form and receive a yellow dot car decal. Bring driver s license or current photo to make a copy for your form.