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1 Category Event Name date Postpartum Recovery Prevention Series: What is Pre-? Prevention Series: Move it To Prevent COPD Cardiomyopathy Chest Pain Atrial Fibrillation time/locatio n 12-1pm Description Speaker: Doreen Lancaster, RN What is the postpartum period? How can you feel optimal after the delivery of your baby? Join a Labor and Delivery nurse as she discusses strategies for enjoying this time with your baby. Speaker: Teri Hurt, RN, CDE Have you been told you have prediabetes 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. Speaker: Teri Hurt, RN, CDE Learn about the role physical activity plays in reducing your risk of developing diabetes. Speaker: Jeanne Clarke, RN 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. Speaker: Doreen Lancaster, RN Anyone can develop cardiomyopathy, a serious disease of the heart muscle. Assess your risk and learn the symptoms and treatment available. Speaker: Doreen Lancaster, RN Chest pain is not always caused by a heart problem. Learn about common causes of chest pain and when you need to seek medical attention. Speaker: Doreen Lancaster, RN 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. Thyroid Disorders 101 Stroke Mended Hearts 8-10am 11:30am- 1pm Speaker: Jeanne Clarke, RN Join us to learn the basics of thyroid function and thyroid disease. Speaker: Brian Mason, MD and Jeana Roper, RN, Stroke Program Manager Join this newly formed support group as they cover various stroke related topics. Facilitator: Lynn Frierson Mended Hearts offers information and support to individuals who have had heart surgery.

2 Prevention: Eating to Prevent Speaker: Crystal West, RDN, LDN Many of us don t realize the impact that foods and drinks have on our blood sugar. Eating throughout the day and consuming nutrient dense foods will help keep blood sugar under control and help avoid those dreaded highs and lows. Join us to learn more about eating with diabetes! 101: Eating 1-2pm Speaker: Crystal West, RDN, LDN 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. Palpitations 4-5pm Speaker: Doreen Lancaster, RN 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. Proper Use of Anti-Diabetic Medications am Speaker: ETSU student pharmacists Diabetics often take a number of medications with very specific directions for use are you using your medications as effectively as possible? Come find out! Sleep Apnea - CPAP Mask Options 9 Speaker: Jared Gullett, MSHA Regional Sleep Manager Join us for a show and tell with different CPAP masks. Medication Management Home Safe Home Doreen Lancaster, RN Join us to learn information about medication safety and tips for properly taking your medications. Speaker: Doreen Lancaster, RN Learn practical tips to stay safe, healthy and happy in your own home year round. Stop in for a fall risk assessment tool and pick up a room by room home safety checklist. Health Screenin g Labs - Cholesterol/A1C/PSA/TSH/Live r panel am No food or 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 or check only

3 Love Your Heart Day 11 10am- 2pm Stop by The Mall at Johnson City in front of JC Penney and learn ways to love your heart! MEGA HEART inflatable walk-through display, FREE heart healthy info, recipes & samples provided by Food City, blood pressure checks and more. Cholesterol screening at the HRC from 8-11 a.m. - $25 cash or check. Arthritis 13 Speaker: Doreen Lancaster, RN Did you know arthritis describes a group of over 100 diseases? Join us to learn the basics about symptoms, treatment, risk factors and the difference between the two most common forms, osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Food and Nutrition Food and Nutrition Fibromyalgia Chocolate-Sweet, Delicious & Good for the Heart Medicare 101 Love Your Heart in the Kitchen Congestive Heart Failure Advances in Joint Replacement Surgery On the Road to Managing Your pm 12:30-1:30pm 10-11am 11am- 12pm Facilitator: Marina Evans Join us for a time of caring and sharing. Speaker: Crystal West, RDN, LDN Chocolate sweet, rich and delicious is good for more than curing a broken heart. Research suggests that chocolate may help protect your cardiovascular system. Come taste some different types of chocolate & learn more about the heart health benefits this treat provides. Speaker: Jim Hunter What you need to know about Medicare. Speaker: Crystal West, RDN, LDN Learn more about heart healthy eating and how to cook for your heart at home. Samples & recipes provided! Speaker: Doreen Lancaster, RN Gain a better understanding of heart failure - from causes to treatments including lifestyle changes, daily monitoring and medications. Speaker: Misty Spano, RN, Director of Orthopedic Services, JCMC Join us to learn the advances and changes to joint replacement surgery. Speaker: Teri Hurt, RN, CDE Join us for a group-based, interactive approach to diabetes management. Using the Conversation Map, education sessions are centered around interaction and collaboration among participants.

4 Ask the Cardiologist 16 Speaker: Daniel Merrick, MD Do you have questions about heart health? Want to know the latest about cholesterol, blood pressure and other risk factors? Have questions about testing or lifestyle factors that could improve your health? Join us for an informal Q&A session and get the information you need. refreshments provided. Trauma Stress Management Tips am- 1pm Stop by the Health Resources Center to pick up information on concussions, distracted driving, drinking and driving and other trauma related topics as well as prevention. Speaker: Doreen Lancaster, RN Trying to unwind? Learn practical tips to manage your stress and techniques to help you relax. CPR for Health care Providers Parkinson's Multiple Myeloma Lowering Your Cholesterol and Blood Pressure 0 9am-1pm 10-11:30am 12-2pm 3-4pm This class is for health care workers and includes CPR for adult, child and infant victims plus AED training and airway obstruction. Includes new AHA guidelines. Fee for class. Online registration at >. Select Classes & Programs from top blue bar > MSHA Training Center > Advanced/Basic BLS. Speaker: Mark Guimond, Owner and pharmacist at Boones Creek Pharmacy If you or someone you love has Parkinson's Disease, join us to learn about new therapy options. Facilitator: Darlene Jessee, If you or someone you love has multiple myeloma, join us for a time of caring and sharing. Speaker: Doreen Lancaster, RN Learn simple ways to help get your blood pressure under control and practical nutrition and lifestyle tips to help improve cholesterol and triglyceride numbers. Asthma Basics With Chronic Kidney Disease :30pm Speaker: Jeanne Clarke, RN Join us to learn asthma basics, the importance of an asthma action plan and common asthma terminology. Speaker: Marianna Higgins, LCSW Focus will be on chronic kidney disease including diagnosis, stages, signs and symptoms as well as treatment options of hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis, and transplant.

5 Money Matters: Social Security for Couples 1 Speaker: Michael Bird, Certified Financial Planner Learn the importance of coordinating your social security benefits with your spouse and the two key things you need to know about survivor benefits Preventing Blood Clots Chronic Fatigue Syndrome 22 2 Speaker: Doreen Lancaster, RN What to look for, how they occur, basic prevention tips and how to avoid this common medical problem Speaker: Doreen Lancaster, RNA Learn more about this complex disorder and how it can be managed. A nurse will share her personal story about her experience with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. What You Need to Know About Pneumonia Osteoporosis 3 4 Speaker: Jeanne Clarke, RN Find out more about pneumonia including who is at greatest risk, causes, treatment and vaccine information. Speaker: Doreen Lancaster, RN Gain a better understanding of osteoporosis, how it develops, the role of exercise, calcium and vitamin D, information on bone density testing and treatment options. Inflammation, Heart Disease and Depression The Anchor~Cancer am- 12pm Speaker: Steven Kendell, MD What is the link between inflammation, heart disease and depression? Join a local psychiatrist as he discussion this very important health topic. Facilitator: Nicole Andies, Patient Experience Liaison, JCMC The Anchor cancer support group welcomes all cancer patients and survivors to our first meeting! Find out what activities and meetings we have planned to help ease stress and help feel your best! 101: Taking Medications & Coping 7 Teri Hurt, RN, CDE Don t let diabetes get you down! Explore medication options to help you manage your blood sugar so you can stay healthy and lead a normal life. Survival Early Onset Alzheimer's 27 Friday' s Feb. 10 & Feb. 24 Speaker: Teri Hurt, RN, CDE Join us to learn the basic survival skills needed when you are newly diagnosed with diabetes. Facilitator: Tabitha Ebbert, Alzheimer's Association Join us for educational and social support for caregivers and people in the early stage of Alzheimer's disease or another form of dementia.

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Category Event Name date time Description Jeopardy Wed., Feb, 7 2-3pm Teri Hurt, RN, CDE Choose your diabetes category... Habits for 100. Learn about all aspects of diabetes in this fun interactive game.