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1 VOLUME YOUR PATH TO A BETTER YOU An Evening of Fashion and Wellness Acupuncture in Medicine followed by a Fashion Show Page 3 Walk for Mom Walk. Learn. Share. Join us on Saturday, June 9 Page 2 Annual Skin Cancer Screening May is National Skin Cancer Awareness Month. Skin cancer screenings at Holy Name Page 3 To register call , unless otherwise noted. Visit us online at.

2 A HOLY NAME MEDICAL CENTER PUBLICATION Proceeds fund FREE screening mammograms at 2018 For eligibility requirements, visit HolyName.org/WalkForMom Saturday, June 9 (Rain or shine) Holy Name Medical Center 718 Teaneck Rd, Teaneck, NJ South parking lot Check-in begins at 9:30 am Walk begins at 10:30 am (1.5 miles) Suggested donation: $10 Walk. Learn. Share. Join us for a fun-filled celebration including, music, T-shirts, food, performances and prizes. For more information call , or WalkForMom@HolyName.org For sponsorship information, visit HolyName.org/WalkForMom 2

3 NOTE: The location for all classes is Holy Name Medical Center Marian Hall Conference Center, unless otherwise noted. EVENTS Memories on Hold Alzheimer s Awareness Symposium In partnership with Links, Inc., Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority and Alzheimer s NJ Date: Saturday, April 14 Time: 9:00 am 2:30 pm More than 5 million Americans are living with Alzheimer s. By 2050 this number could rise as high as 16 million. Since 2000, deaths from heart disease have decreased by 14%, while deaths from Alzheimer s disease have increased by 89%. African-Americans are about twice as likely to have Alzheimer s or other dementias as Caucasians. Almost two-thirds of Americans with Alzheimer s are women. Join us for this valuable seminar addressing information about delaying onset, early detection and caring for a loved one with the disease. Breakfast (continental) and lunch will be provided. Annual Skin Cancer Screening Date: Saturday, May 5 Time: 9:00 am 12:00 pm Location: Patricia Lynch Cancer Center at Holy Name Call for more information and to schedule an appointment. FREE Screening May is National Skin Cancer Awareness Month, a good time to recognize the dangers of sun exposure without adequate skin protection. Skin cancer is the most prevalent type of cancer, with an estimated one million-plus Americans developing the disease every year. Make an appointment for your FREE skin cancer screening today. Fashion Discussing Acupuncture in Medicine followed by a fashion show from Dress Barn NEW SERIES Especially for An Evening of Seniors This new series will address the health concerns and the impact of illnesses on the over-55 community. All classes will be held at the Richard Rodda Recreational Center, 250 Colonial Court, Teaneck. Cholesterol and You Date: Wednesday, April 25 Time: 12:00 1:00 pm Speaker: Michael Cohen, MD Interventional Cardiologist What is cholesterol? How does it affect your risk of getting heart disease? Learn about the benefits of prevention and treatment of high cholesterol through lifestyle modifications including diet and exercise. and WELLNESS Date: Wednesday, April 25 Time: 7:00 8:30 pm Location: Atrium of Westy Storage Space 65 Commerce Way, Hackensack, NJ Speaker: Sohee Bidol-Lee, MD Acupuncture is often considered a part of complementary medicine. Dr. Lee will discuss how she combines Western medicine with acupuncture in her practice, when and how it is effective and methods of treatment. Following her talk, enjoy a fashion show highlighting spring and summer trends from Dress Barn in Paramus. For Your Eyes Only Date: Monday, June 25 Time: 12:00 1:00 pm Speaker: Andrew Brown, MD Ophthalmologist A cataract is a clouding of the lens in your eye that can significantly affect your vision. Cataracts are very common in older adults. Learn more about their symptoms and surgical treatment. 3

4 A HOLY NAME MEDICAL CENTER PUBLICATION LIFE SKILL SERIES Labyrinth Walk Date: Tuesday, May 22 Time: 5:30 6:30 pm Location: Teaneck Creek Conservancy 20 Puffin Way, Teaneck, NJ Speaker: Shelley Fratterola, Labyrinth Guide A labyrinth is a meandering path used for walking meditation that dates back 4,000 years. Join us in a contemplative walk and explore a unique option for dealing with the stress of daily life. FOR THE LOVE OF BABY All parenting, birthing and child care classes are FREE to all, even if you re not delivering at Holy Name. Parent Education classes are offered once a month. Please visit Holyname.org/Birthplace for dates of upcoming classes and to register online. For more information, call The Parent Education Department at or parenteducation@holyname.org. A Journey Through Pregnancy April 29 & May 20, 10:00 11:00 am Learn what to expect as your body changes to accommodate your developing baby during all the phases of pregnancy. Chair Yoga for Stress Reduction Date: Wednesday, June 13 Time: 7:00 8:00 pm Location: Teaneck Creek Conservancy 20 Puffin Way, Teaneck, NJ Speaker: Karen Schmidt, MS, RN Yoga can decrease stress and tension, increase strength, balance and flexibility and lower blood pressure. Join us to practice and learn how stretching and movement can help ease anxiety. The Delivery Experience April 29 & May 20, 11:30 am 1:00 pm Take a journey through the changes leading up to, during and after delivery. Care of Your New Family April 29 & May 20, 1:30 3:00 pm Familiarize yourself with knowledge that will create a smooth transition to life with a newborn. Breastfeeding Preparation Class April 15 & May 6, 4:00 6:00 pm Before you deliver, learn why and how to breastfeed your baby. This class, which includes a multimedia program, will increase your knowledge so you can have a successful breastfeeding experience. Tours of the BirthPlace April 15 & May 6 3:00 4:00 pm; 4:00 5:00 pm New Moms Group April 5 & May 3, 1:30 4:30pm Get important information about care for yourself and your new baby and socialize with other new moms. Babies are welcome to attend. The Safe Sitter courses offer the only national standard training curriculum exclusively devoted to preparing young teens to be safe in unsupervised settings, whether home alone, sibling sitting or babysitting. It is a competency-based, medically accurate course with first aid and life support content that follows current guidelines from the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Heart Association. A Curriculum for Young Teens Topics include: Indoor Safety Outdoor Safety Online Safety Personal Safety Handling Emergencies The RUSSELL BERRIE Child Development Child Care Duties Behavior Management Injury Prevention First Aid and Injury Management Choking Rescue Job Screening Setting a Wage Canceling Jobs Meeting Employers For more information and class dates, visit holynamectc.enrollware.com/schedule 4

5 NOTE: The location for all classes is Holy Name Medical Center Marian Hall Conference Center, unless otherwise noted. DIABETES CONTROL 2018 ADA Basic Course for Diabetes Self-Management These courses are recommended for patients newly diagnosed with diabetes or those interested in a refresher course. The following topics will be explored: Diabetes as a chronic disease Self-management strategies for nutrition and meal planning Exercise April Core day 1: Wednesday, April 11 9:00 am 12:00 pm Core day 2: Wednesday, April 18 9:00 am 12:00 pm May Core day 1: Wednesday, May 9 1:00 4:00 pm Core day 2: Wednesday, May 16 1:00 4:00 pm June Core day 1: Wednesday, June 13 9:00 am 12:00 pm Core day 2: Wednesday, June 14 9:00 am 12:00 pm Location: Given at registration Pre-registration is required. Call the Diabetes Center at to register. For information about classes in Korean call Blood glucose monitoring Medications Stress management Preventive care and risk reduction You must have a prescription for diabetes education from your physician, as well as recent laboratory test results for hemoglobin A1C, lipid panel, serum creatinine and microalbumin. Medicare covers diabetes education and supplies, and the State of New Jersey requires most private insurance companies to pay for diabetes education and supplies. Please check your insurance coverage. MEN S HEALTH SEMINAR TUESDAY, JUNE 12 Time: 6:00 pm Speaker: Christopher Wright, MD Did you know: ED, which is 3 times more common in men with diabetes than in men without diabetes, can be a warning sign of more serious issues. Symptoms of heart disease may develop within 2 3 years of the onset of ED. Approximately 4 in 10 men over the age of 45 may have low testosterone, which is more common in men who are obese, diabetic, have high cholesterol or high blood pressure. Nearly 1 in 10 American men has some degree of urinary incontinence that can interfere with the active life he once enjoyed. In observance of Men s Health Month, we invite you and your partner to our FREE educational seminar to learn more about ways to maintain your health. Refreshments will be served. Holy Name Medical Center is a NICHE member organization By becoming a NICHE (Nurses Improving Care for Healthsystem Elders) member, we signal our dedication to providing patient-centered care for older adults. We offer evidence-based, interdisciplinary approaches from a leading elder care nursing program that promote better outcomes, positive experiences and improved care for older adults. Find Holy Name in the Community The Center for Healthy Living will partner with community groups at the following events: Palisades Park Health Fair Lindbergh School 401 Glen Ave., Palisades Park April 14, 10:00 am 2:00 pm Bergen County Care Fair Fairleigh Dickinson Rothman Center 100 University Plaza Drive, Hackensack May 6, 12:00 4:00 pm HealthEASE Brain Health Event Hasbrouck Heights Library 320 Boulevard, Hasbrouck Heights June 10, 10:00 am 2:00 pm 5

6 CANCER CENTER PROGRAMS A HOLY NAME MEDICAL CENTER PUBLICATION Cancer Support Community, a nationally recognized organization formerly known as Gilda s Club, is partnered with Holy Name Medical Center to offer FREE cancer support programs to the entire community. These programs are available for anyone impacted by cancer including patients, survivors, caregivers and family members. Programs include: Support Groups Yoga Knitting Drum Circle Expressive Arts/Crafting Cancer Recovery Fitness Healthy Cooking Classes Educational Workshops Look Good Feel Better Expressive Writing Meditation Jewelry/Beading Essential Oils Kid s program for children who have a family member with cancer (Registration required for all events) For more information about our calendar of events or to donate or register for any program call: or cancersupport@holyname.org FREE SUPPORT GROUPS FREE CANCER SUPPORT GROUPS Bariatric Support Group Meets monthly in Marian Hall. Call for details, dates and times. Caregiver Support Group Meets monthly in DayAway 725 Teaneck Rd., Teaneck, NJ First Wednesday, 2:45 3:30 pm Advanced registration required. Call for more information. Diabetes Support Call for more information, dates and times. New Moms Group Call for more information. NEW! Stroke Survivors Group Call for more information. Breast Cancer Support Group Meets twice monthly. First & third Monday, 1:00 2:00 pm Call to register and for room locations. Cancer Support Group Meets in Marian Hall, 4:00 5:30 pm Second & fourth Wednesday. Call to register. Cancer Caregiver Support Group Meets in Marian Hall, 4:00 5:00 pm Second Wednesday of every month. Call to register. GYN Cancer Support Group Meets on second floor of the Cancer Center, 5:00 6:30 pm First Tuesday of every month. Call to register. Men s Cancer Support Group Meets in Marian Hall, 4:30 5:30 pm Third Thursday of every month. Call to register. Korean Cancer Patients Support Group First Thursday, 10:00 am 1:00 pm Call Hei Young Yoon at to register and for room location. Spanish Speaking Cancer Support Group Meets in Marian Hall, 1:00 2:00 pm Second Thursday of every month. Call to register. 6

7 NOTE: The location for all classes is Holy Name Medical Center Marian Hall Conference Center, unless otherwise noted. ONGOING EVENTS AT HOLY NAME Book Club Date: Meets monthly on the first Tuesday April 3, May 1, June 5, July 3, August 7 Time: 7:00 8:30 pm Share your thoughts on the month s great read, hear others opinions, open your mind, and offer suggestions for further reading. Call to discover the current month s reading selection. Bariatric Surgery Information Seminar Obesity is not a failure of willpower; it s a disease that can place you at risk for a number of serious illnesses and medical conditions. The best place to start when contemplating bariatric surgery is at one of our FREE patient seminars, held several times a month at Holy Name Medical Center. For dates and information, please call Hypnosis to Lose Weight Naturally Dates: Tuesdays April 3, May 1, June 5, July 10, August 7 Time: 7:00 9:00 pm Fee: $70.00 This two-hour weight reduction program teaches behavior modification and uses hypnosis to help you make permanent lifestyle changes that will reduce your weight gradually and naturally. The program is conducted by a certified hypnotist and includes a 30-day reinforcement CD, a series of behavior modification cards for daily positive tips and FREE reinforcement sessions for one year. CPR Classes: Adult, Child and Infant For dates, times and location, call or visit HolyNamectc.enrollware.com SHARING THE JOURNEY Hypnosis for Smoking Cessation Dates: Tuesdays April 10, June12, August 14 Time: 7:00 9:00 pm Fee: $70.00 This two-hour program teaches behavior modification through hypnosis without using scare tactics or gloomy statistics to help you stop smoking. It focuses on the pleasure and increased self-esteem you can attain as a non-smoker...without withdrawal symptoms or gaining weight. The program is conducted by a certified hypnotist and includes a 30-day reinforcement CD, a series of behavior modification cards for daily positive tips, and FREE reinforcement sessions for one year. Holy Name Hospice and Palliative Services will be offering bereavement groups for anyone who has experienced a loss in the past year. Each series runs for 8 weeks or 10 weeks. There is no charge but registration is required. Call , ext 7580 for more information. Meets at Holy Name Medical Center Meets weekly April 17 June 5 Every Tuesday evening 6:30 8:00 pm Meets weekly April 18 June 6 Every Wednesday morning 10:00 am 12:30 pm Bereavement Support Group at Villa Marie Claire 12 West Saddle River Road Saddle River, NJ Meets weekly April 17 June 5 Every Tuesday morning from 10:30 am 12:00 pm Loss of Child or Grandchild Support Group Meets at Holy Name Medical Center Meets 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month 1:00 2:30 pm 7

8 Healing begins here. 718 Teaneck Road I Teaneck NJ Enroll in Our Prescription for Wellness Program: A 12-Week Jumpstart to a Lifetime of Better Health At HNH Fitness, we know that wellness is a continuous journey to the destination of better health. As a medically-based fitness center, we understand that true wellness isn t just about cutting calories or dropping pounds it s about making real lifestyle changes. Our 12-week Prescription for Wellness plan is physician supervised, backed by our team of experienced medical staff, personal trainers, and nutritionists. We design a wellness and fitness plan tailored to your individual health goals and work with your physicians to help co-manage medical conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, and obesity. Our cutting edge technology will help you set goals and track your progress. We now offer Styku, state-of-the-art 3D fitness imaging that uses your body measurements and composition to create a personal full-body avatar, allowing you to see your body s changes over time. Our medically based lifestyle focuses on the following areas: Personalized, Medically-Based Wellness Assessment l Customized Healthy Plan Regular Fitness Sessions with Top Personal Trainers l Lifestyle Wellness Coaching Full Access to HNH Fitness l State-of-the-art Tools to Track Your Progress 514 Kinderkamack Road, Oradell For more information on Prescription for Wellness, or to speak to one of our friendly and knowledgeable staff members, call or HNHfitness@holyname.org. 8