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CPR Refresher Course – The American Red Cross is presenting refresher courses in infant, child and adult CPR, and a general first-aid class, Wednesday from 4-6 p.m. and Thursday from 6-9 p.m. at the Gladish Community Center, 115 N.W. State St., Room 313, Pullman. The cost is $35 for the whole class and $20 for half of the class. For information, call 332-2304.
Mammography Health Screenings – The Sacred Heart Women’s Health Center Coach will be at the Medicine Shoppe Pharmacy, 1620 W. Rowan, Wednesday from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Screenings are available by appointment. To reserve a time, call 474-2400.
Breastfeeding Basics – This two-week class for expectant mothers will discuss benefits and techniques of breastfeeding, beginning Wednesday from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Institute, 711 S. Cowley. The cost is $30. For information, call the Community Health Education and Resources office at 232-8138.
Tobacco Free For Pregnant Women – This four-week class will discuss decreasing stress, avoiding weight gain, building motivation and exercise and includes a free Quit Kit. The class starts Wednesday from 6-8 p.m. at St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Institute, lower level conference room, 711 S. Cowley. For information, call the CHER office at 232-8138.
Improving Bladder Control (Kegels) – Learn to improve bladder control using Kegel exercises, Wednesday from 6:30-8 p.m. at St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Institute, 711 S. Cowley. The cost is $12. For information, call the CHER office at 232-8138.
Ending Nicotine Dependence for Teens – For ages 12-19, this class will discuss the quitting process and will meet once a week for seven weeks starting Thursday from 6:30-8 p.m. at Holy Family Hospital Health Education Center, 5633 N. Lidgerwood. For information, call the CHER office at 232-8138.
Infant/Child CPR – This class will discuss techniques of infant and child CPR, Monday from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Institute, 711 S. Cowley. The cost is $25 and registration is required. For information, call the CHER office at 232-8138.
Colorectal Cancer Update – Dr. Maryam Parviz, a surgical oncologist, will discuss surgical treatment options for colon cancer, the role of technology in diagnosis and disease staging, and new treatment options at this seminar, Monday at 6 p.m. at Cancer Care Northwest, 601 S. Sherman. Reservations are recommended. For information, call 747-4316 by Thursday.
Complex and Simple Partial Seizures – The most common type of seizure isn’t as easily recognizable. Learn to recognize and treat partial seizures, Monday from 6:30-8 p.m. at the Lindaman Center, 315 W. Mission Ave. For more information, call 325-1128 or e-mail sjohnston@epilepsynw.com.
Prepared Childbirth – This five-week class will discuss the stages and management of labor, breathing techniques, muscle toning and relaxation, beginning Monday from 7-9 p.m. at Sacred Heart Medical Center, 101 W. Eighth Ave., or starting March 16 from 7-9 p.m. at Deaconess Medical Center, 800 W. Fifth Ave. The cost is $80. For information, call the CHER office at 232-8138.
From Colon Cancer to Acid Reflux: What Ails Your Insides – This class will discuss heartburn, acid reflux, irritable bowel syndrome and colon cancer, next Tuesday from 5:30-8:30 p.m. at Valley Hospital and Medical Center, 12606 E. Mission Ave. Registration is required. For information, call the CHER office at 232-8138.
Rockwood Clinic Health Talks – Dr. Anthony Santiago, a neurologist and specialist in Parkinson’s disease will present “Treating Parkinson’s Disease: Recent Breakthroughs and Current Options” on March 16 at 7 p.m. in the Rockwood Clinic second floor conference room, 400 E. Fifth Ave. For information or to register, call 755-6570.
Cancer Support
Cancer Support – For questions about cancer, call Providence Cancer Center at 474-5490. A nurse will answer questions and give the latest local and national information.
Look Good… Feel Better – A program offered by the American Cancer Society to help women diagnosed with cancer learn how to apply cosmetics and choose wigs and other head wear. The group meets monthly. For locations, time and more information, call Abby Wadlow at 455-3440, option 3.
Cancer Fitness Recovery Program – The Medically Directed Wellness Center at St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Institute is looking for four underinsured or uninsured women to participate in its Cancer Fitness Recovery Program. The program helps cancer survivors deal with the side effects of chemotherapy and radiation. The Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation has set aside money for women who cannot afford to join. For more information call 473-6013.