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Upcoming Events for October 2010
Stroke: The Cholesterol Connection
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| Description: |
7:30 – 8:30 a.m.
$15 cholesterol, HDL, LDL, triglyceride, and glucose tests (eight-hour fasting required); free blood pressure screenings
8:30 a.m.
Stroke Awareness and Prevention, led by Dr. James Ware, neurologist, medical director, Capital Health Stroke Program
9:15 a.m.
Preventive Cholesterol Therapy, led by Dr. Rolando deGoma, cardiologist
High cholesterol is a major risk factor for stroke. Cholesterol builds in the arteries, blocking normal blood flow to the brain, which can lead to a stroke. Lower your risk of having a stroke by keeping your cholesterol numbers within range. Join us to learn how. Light breakfast provided.
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| When: |
Saturday, October 2, 2010 7:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. |
| Location: |
Capital Health in Hamilton, 1445 Whitehorse-Mercerville Rd., Hamilton |
| Cost: |
Free |
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Condensed Prepared Childbirth Classes - 2 Evenings
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| Description: |
Mondays October 4 and 11, 2010
An intensive, seven-hours of prepared childbirth over two evenings. Includes abbreviated content of the Prepared Childbirth 4-week Series. Maternity unit tour included. Plan to finish class within a month of your due date. |
| When: |
Monday, October 4, 2010 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM |
| Location: |
Capital Health
Mercer Campus
446 Bellevue Avenue
Trenton, NJ 08618 |
| Cost: |
$130 per couple |
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Diabetes Education at Capital Health – Day Course
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| Description: |
This two-day comprehensive diabetes program, taught by a multidisciplinary staff, empowers individuals to successfully manage their diabetes. The program is recognized by the American Diabetes Association. Lunch provided. Physician referral required. Call 609-896-5972 to register. |
| When: |
Monday, October 4, 2010 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. |
| Location: |
Capital Health in Hamilton, 1401 Whitehorse-Mercerville Rd., Hamilton |
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Prepared Childbirth 4-Week Series
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| Description: |
Tuesdays, October 5 - November 2, 2010 (no class October 12)
This series consists of four weekly two-hour classes to prepare the expectant woman and her partner(s) for the birth experience. Includes: prenatal exercises, labor and birth, Lamaze and other labor coping skills, birth options, and alternatives, childbirth videos and a tour of the maternity unit. Plan to finish class within a month of your due date. |
| When: |
Tuesday, October 5, 2010 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Location: |
Capital Health
Mercer Campus
446 Bellevue Avenue
Trenton, NJ 08618 |
| Cost: |
$120 per couple |
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Breastfeeding Preparation Class
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| Description: |
This 2 1/2 hour class is taken before the birth of the baby. Includes getting ready for breastfeeding, getting started, milk production, avoiding early problems, and support systems available. Expectant fathers are encouraged to attend. Taught by a lactation consultant from Capital Health's Lactation Center. |
| When: |
Tuesday, October 5, 2010 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM |
| Location: |
Capital Health in Hamilton
1445 Whitehorse-Mercerville Road
Hamilton, NJ 08619 |
| Cost: |
$35 per couple |
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New Parent Mornings
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| Description: |
Held in the conference room at Capital Health in Hamilton. Discussion group for new parents with their babies birth to 8 months of age. Expectant parents are also welcome. Facilitated by a Capital Health nurse/lactation consultant. Call the Childbirth & Parent Education Program office at (609) 394-4140 to be sent a schedule of topics. |
| When: |
Tuesday, October 5, 2010 10:30 AM - 12 Noon |
| Location: |
Capital Health in Hamilton
1445 Whitehorse-Mercerville Road
Hamilton, NJ 08619 |
| Cost: |
$5 per session payable at the door. No pre-registration required. |
A Fireside Chat on Women’s Health
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| Description: |
Join Dr. Randi Protter, medical director of Capital Health’s Center for Women’s Health, as she discusses the uses of hormones from adolescence to beyond menopause. Learn new methods and products, how contraceptives can be used to treat medical conditions (not as birth control), and menopausal issues that may or may not warrant hormone treatment. Light refreshments provided. |
| When: |
Tuesday, October 5, 2010 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. |
| Location: |
Capital Health in Hamilton, 1401 Whitehorse-Mercerville Rd., Hamilton |
| Cost: |
Free |
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Women and Epilepsy
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| Description: |
Women with epilepsy may experience reproductive problems, osteoporosis, excessive weight gain, and sexual dysfunction. Come hear Dr. Rajesh Sachdeo of the Epilepsy Center at Capital Health’s Institute for Neurosciences discuss treatment options to help combat these issues. |
| When: |
Wednesday, October 6, 2010 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. |
| Location: |
Capital Health in Hamilton, 1445 Whitehorse-Mercerville Rd., Hamilton |
| Cost: |
Free |
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Heart Disease and Diabetes
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| Description: |
People with diabetes are at a higher risk of getting heart disease. Dr. Kristopher Young, a cardiologist with Heart Care Specialists at Capital Health, will explain the connection between the two and what you can do to protect your heart. |
| When: |
Wednesday, October 6, 2010 10:45 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. |
| Location: |
Lawrence Senior Center, 2207 Lawrenceville Rd., Lawrenceville |
| Cost: |
Free |
Diabetes Education at Capital Health – Evening Course
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| Description: |
This four-evening comprehensive diabetes program, taught by a multidisciplinary staff, empowers individuals to successfully manage their diabetes. The program is recognized by the American Diabetes Association. Dinner provided. Physician referral required. Call 609-896-5972 to register. |
| When: |
Wednesday, October 6, 2010 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. |
| Location: |
Capital Health in Hamilton, 1401 Whitehorse-Mercerville Rd., Hamilton |
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Baby Care Basics
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| Description: |
This 2 1/2 hour class helps prepare first-time expectant parents and prospective adoptive parents to care for their newborn. Includes sleeping, crying, comforting, bathing, diapering and nurturing yourselves as parents. |
| When: |
Thursday, October 7, 2010 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM |
| Location: |
Capital Health
Mercer Campus
446 Bellevue Avenue
Trenton, NJ 08618 |
| Cost: |
$35 per couple |
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Preventing Heart Disease
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| Description: |
Dr. Muhammad Mustafa, cardiologist, will explain how plaque builds up in arteries and can lead to heart disease. Then our registered and holistic nurse, Maryann Cavallaro, will teach you how to prevent heart disease by eating vegetarian and organic foods. |
| When: |
Thursday, October 7, 2010 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. |
| Location: |
Marrazzo’s Thriftway, 1400 Parkway Ave., Ewing |
| Cost: |
Free |
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Asthma Through the Years
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| Description: |
Come to this informative program to hear Dr. Robert Pedowitz, of Bordentown
Family Medical Center, talk about asthma management in all ages, including asthma attack prevention. Learn gentle breathing exercises from Marsha Rudolph, registered yoga teacher, to promote better overall health and breath awareness. Dinner provided.
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| When: |
Monday, October 11, 2010 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. |
| Location: |
Capital Health in Hamilton, 1445 Whitehorse-Mercerville Rd., Hamilton |
| Cost: |
Free |
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New Parent Mornings
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| Description: |
Held in the conference room at Capital Health in Hamilton. Discussion group for new parents with their babies birth to 8 months of age. Expectant parents are also welcome. Facilitated by a Capital Health nurse/lactation consultant. Call the Childbirth & Parent Education Program office at (609) 394-4140 to be sent a schedule of topics. |
| When: |
Tuesday, October 12, 2010 10:30 AM - 12 Noon |
| Location: |
Capital Health in Hamilton
1445 Whitehorse-Mercerville Road
Hamilton, NJ 08619 |
| Cost: |
$5 per session payable at the door. No pre-registration required. |
Refresher Prepared Childbirth Class
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| Description: |
Two hours of prepared childbirth for expectant parents who have previously attended prepared childbirth classes and wish to review labor coping skills. Does NOT include maternity tour. Plan to finish class within a month of your due date. |
| When: |
Tuesday, October 12, 2010 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Location: |
Capital Health in Hamilton
1445 Whitehorse-Mercerville Road
Hamilton, NJ 08619 |
| Cost: |
$30 per couple |
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Sibling Preparation Class
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| Description: |
This 1 1/2 hour class helps prepare children ages 2 1/2 and up for the arrival of their new brother or sister. Includes a craft activity, discussion about babies, and a maternity unit tour. |
| When: |
Saturday, October 16, 2010 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM |
| Location: |
Capital Health
Mercer Campus
446 Bellevue Avenue
Trenton, NJ 08618 |
| Cost: |
$20 per family |
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Maternity Tour - Having Your Baby at Capital Health
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| Description: |
Maternity unit orientation and tour |
| When: |
Saturday, October 16, 2010 11:00 AM - 12 Noon |
| Location: |
Capital Health
Mercer Campus
446 Bellevue Avenue
Trenton, NJ 08618 |
| Cost: |
no charge, but pre-registration required |
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Get Rid of Your Pain
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| Description: |
Dr. Jason Cohen, pain management specialist
Dr. Adam Sackstein, pain management specialist
Capital Health Institute for Neurosciences
Significant pain affects most adult Americans at some point in their lives. This talk will explore the current methods for diagnosing pain and the most advanced treatments available for pain management. Your pain can be controlled. |
| When: |
Monday, October 18, 2010 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. |
| Location: |
Hopewell Township Municipal Building, 201 Washington Crossing-Pennington Road, Titusville, NJ |
| Cost: |
Free |
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Breastfeeding Moms Group
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| Description: |
Held in the conference room at Capital Health in Hamilton. A breastfeeding discussion group for expectant women interested in breastfeeding, mothers and their nursing babies welcome. Facilitated by a Capital Health nurse/lactation consultant. Call the Childbirth & Parent Education Program office at (609) 394-4140 to be sent a schedule of topics. |
| When: |
Tuesday, October 19, 2010 10:30 AM - 12 Noon |
| Location: |
Capital Health in Hamilton
1445 Whitehorse-Mercerville Road
Hamilton, NJ 08619 |
| Cost: |
$5 per session payable at the door. No pre-registration required. |
An Evening of Sleep II
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| Description: |
Take a tour of Capital Health’s new facility, meet the staff, and attend workshops by board certified sleep medicine physicians and specially trained staff. If you attended last year’s event, you’re invited to join us again as some of our workshop topics have changed.
Workshop Topics
7- 7:30 p.m.
Tips for a Good’ Night’s Sleep
Women and Sleep
Treatment for Sleep Apnea
7:30 - 8 p.m.
How to Tackle Insomnia
Sleep and Heart Disease
Adolescent Sleep Patterns |
| When: |
Tuesday, October 19, 2010 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. |
| Location: |
Capital Health in Hamilton, 1401 Whitehorse-Mercerville Road, Hamilton, NJ |
| Cost: |
Free |
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New Parent Mornings
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| Description: |
Held in the conference room at Capital Health in Hamilton. Discussion group for new parents with their babies birth to 8 months of age. Expectant parents are also welcome. Facilitated by a Capital Health nurse/lactation consultant. Call the Childbirth & Parent Education Program office at (609) 394-4140 to be sent a schedule of topics. |
| When: |
Tuesday, October 19, 2010 10:30 AM - 12 Noon |
| Location: |
Capital Health in Hamilton
1445 Whitehorse-Mercerville Road
Hamilton, NJ 08619 |
| Cost: |
$5 per session payable at the door. No pre-registration required. |
An Evening of Breast Health
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| Description: |
Dr. Brad Hoppenfeld, radiologist, will discuss the latest radiology guidelines and early detection technology for breast cancer. This will be followed by a discussion on cancer-fighting foods led by Mindy Komosinsky, registered dietitian. Conclude the evening by finding out more about the breast health navigation resources available at Capital Health Regional Cancer Center. Light refreshments provided. |
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Wednesday, October 20, 2010 5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. |
| Location: |
Empower Fitness, 2495 Rte. 1, Lawrenceville |
| Cost: |
Free |
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Preventing Harmful Drug Interactions
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| Description: |
Many people take over-the-counter medications and supplements, but these can sometimes cause harmful drug interactions. Pharmacist Mary Bridgeman will discuss how to safely take both your prescribed and over-the-counter medications. |
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Thursday, October 21, 2010 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. |
| Location: |
St. Michael’s Church, 130 Brunswick Ave., Trenton |
| Cost: |
Free |
Blood Glucose Screening
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| Description: |
Free blood sugar screenings with counseling by registered nurses. |
| When: |
Thursday, October 21, 2010 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. |
| Location: |
Crisis Ministry, 123 E. Hanover St., Trenton |
| Cost: |
Free |
Look Good, Feel Better
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| Description: |
The American Cancer Society and Capital Health Regional Cancer Center are teaming up to teach cancer patients beauty techniques that combat the appearance-related side effects of cancer treatment. Preregistration required. |
| When: |
Monday, October 25, 2010 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. |
| Location: |
Capital Health – Mercer hospital, 446 Bellevue Ave., Trenton, Radiation Oncology Conference Room |
| Cost: |
Free |
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Maternity Tour - Having Your Baby at Capital Health
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| Description: |
Maternity unit orientation and tour |
| When: |
Tuesday, October 26, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
| Location: |
Capital Health
Mercer Campus
446 Bellevue Avenue
Trenton, NJ 08618 |
| Cost: |
no charge, but pre-registration required |
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New Parent Mornings
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| Description: |
Held in the conference room at Capital Health in Hamilton. Discussion group for new parents with their babies birth to 8 months of age. Expectant parents are also welcome. Facilitated by a Capital Health nurse/lactation consultant. Call the Childbirth & Parent Education Program office at (609) 394-4140 to be sent a schedule of topics. |
| When: |
Tuesday, October 26, 2010 10:30 AM - 12 Noon |
| Location: |
Capital Health in Hamilton
1445 Whitehorse-Mercerville Road
Hamilton, NJ 08619 |
| Cost: |
$5 per session payable at the door. No pre-registration required. |
Prepared Childbirth 4-Week Series
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| Description: |
Thursdays, October 28 – November 18, 2010
This series consists of four weekly two-hour classes to prepare the expectant woman and her partner(s) for the birth experience. Includes: prenatal exercises, labor and birth, Lamaze and other labor coping skills, birth options, and alternatives, childbirth videos and a tour of the maternity unit. Plan to finish class within a month of your due date. |
| When: |
Thursday, October 28, 2010 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Location: |
Capital Health in Hamilton
1445 Whitehorse-Mercerville Road
Hamilton, NJ 08619 |
| Cost: |
$120 per couple |
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Women's Night Out: Hormones and Health
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| Description: |
Dr. Sheri Gillis Funderburk, endocrinologist
Capital Endocrinology
Dr. Aliya Browne, cardiologist
Enjoy an evening of women's health as we discuss the "highs and lows" caused by the thyroid and the effect on metabolism. This will be followed by a discussion on women and heart disease. In between talks, relax and rejuvenate with breathing exercises and aromatherapy. Test your knowledge on women's health trivia. |
| When: |
Thursday, October 28, 2010 5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. |
| Location: |
Elements Hotel Ewing/Hopewell, 1000 Sam Weinroth Road East, Ewing, NJ |
| Cost: |
$10, includes appetizers |
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Women’s Night Out: Hormones and Health
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| Description: |
Enjoy an evening of women’s health as we discuss the highs and lows caused by the thyroid and the effect on metabolism with Dr. Sheri Gillis Funderburk, endocrinologist at Capital Endocrinology. This will be followed by a discussion on women and heart disease led by Dr. Aliya Browne, cardiologist. In between talks, relax and rejuvenate with breathing exercises and aromatherapy, and test your knowledge on women’s health trivia. |
| When: |
Thursday, October 28, 2010 5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. |
| Location: |
Element Hotel Ewing/Hopewell, 1000 Sam Weinroth Rd. East, Ewing |
| Cost: |
$10, includes appetizers |
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