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Health Classes
Milton Hospital offers ongoing community education programs designed
to promote healthy lifestyles. Most lectures, screenings and workshops
are free of charge although some require a nominal fee to offset
the costs of materials or instructors.
Our panel of health professionals and clinicians are also available
to conduct programs at your site. If you would like more information
about any of our community education programs, please call Milton
Hospital's Community Education Line at 617-696-8810.
To register for or to inquire about any of these programs,
call the Milton Hospital Community Education Line at 617-696-8810
or email Community
Education.
Milton Hospital Spring 2009 Community Education Series
ONGOING PROGRAMS
Diabetes Learning Group
Here's help for the day-to-day management of diabetes. Monthly topics deal with diet, exercise, blood sugar monitoring, stress and more. Join this workshop to learn
the most up-to-date information on living with diabetes. Manfred Ernesti, M.D. Endocrinologist
DATE: Meets the first Monday of each month (excluding holidays)
TIME: 7 PM
PLACE: Nangeroni Education Center
COST: Free, NO registration required.
CPR for the Healthcare Professional or Layperson
Learn emergency procedures for cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and response to choking. Either course is completed in one four-hour session. (Re)certification by the American Heart Association upon successful completion.
DATE: Healthcare Professional course held on the second Tuesday of each month; Layperson course held on the fourth Tuesday of each month.
TIME: 5-9 PM
COST: $50 payable to Milton Hospital; Pre-payment and pre-registration required. Cancellation policy: refunds given with notice of three business days.
Tai Chi
Tai Chi is a gentle, flowing progression of movements designed to calm the mind, relax the body, attain better balance and promote whole body health. In this six-week course, you'll learn the first third of the movements, which make up the form. You'll also learn related Chi Gung exercises as well as principles of relaxation and healthy posture. Ron Marcotte, Wu Style Tai Chi Instructor
DATE: Wednesdays, May 20 - June 24
TIME: 6:30-7:30 PM
PLACE: Nangeroni Education Center
COST: $60 for 6-week session, payable to Ron Marcotte. Pre-payment and pre-registration required.
Milton Highlanders Alcoholics Anonymous
If you or a family member has an alcohol problem, AA may offer the support you need.
DATE: Every Friday
TIME: 7 PM
PLACE: Nangeroni Education Center
COST: Free, NO registration required.
APRIL PROGRAMS
Blood Pressure Clinic
Come and have your blood pressure checked, then learn what it means from Cardiologist W. Kin Fung, M.D., as he answers many commonly asked questions about blood pressure. How does your blood pressure affect your overall health? What are the warning signs of blood pressure that may be getting out of control? How can your diet, level of exercise and stress affect your blood pressure?
DATE: Tuesday, April 28
TIME: 6:30 PM
PLACE: Nangeroni Education Center
COST: Free, pre-registration required.
Coaches' Safety Workshop
How do I recognize a potential concussion? What are the warning signs of dehydration? What's really the best way to stop bleeding? What else do I need to be concerned about? This lecture will prepare coaches of youth athletics to respond to a number of potential injuries that can strike an athlete at any moment. Join Milton Hospital Chief of Emergency Medicine Paul Paganelli, M.D., to learn about the most common threats to your athletes and how to handle them for the best outcome.
DATE: Thursday, April 30
TIME: 6:30 PM
PLACE: Nangeroni Education Center
COST: Free, pre-registration required.
MAY PROGRAMS
SAFE SITTERŪ
THIS PROGRAM IS FILLED.
DATE: Saturday, May 9
TIME: 9 AM - 3 PM
PLACE: Nangeroni Education Center
COST: $50 payable to Milton Hospital, pre-payment and pre-registration required. Space is limited!
Tai Chi for Fitness, Health and Stress Management
During this lecture, learn about Tai Chi, a gentle, flowing progression of movements designed to calm the mind, relax the body, attain better balance and promote whole body health.
Ron Marcotte, Wu Style Tai Chi Instructor
DATE: Wednesday, May 13
TIME: 6:30 PM
PLACE: Nangeroni Education Center
COST: Free, pre-registration required.
Natural Treatment for Incontinence for Women
Would you like to treat your incontinence without medication side effects and surgery? Gynecologist Shimon Segal, M.D., will discuss FemiScan, an FDA Approved treatment to strengthen pelvic muscles and reduce urinary incontinence with no harmful side effects.
DATE: Thursday, May 14
TIME: 6:30 PM
PLACE: Nangeroni Education Center
COST: Free, pre-registration required.
Yoga & Mindfulness Meditation
Breathe, stretch and strengthen your body/mind. Rejuvenate, restore and renew your spirit and attitude towards life. Become more grounded in the present moment through the art of yoga and meditation. Fern Ross Israel, M.A., L.M.H.C., brings 30 years of experience to teaching Yoga.
DATES: Session 1 - Tuesdays, May 19 - June 2; Session 2 - June 16 - June 30
TIME: 7 - 8:30 PM
PLACE: Nangeroni Education Center
COST: $45 per 3-week session, payable to Fern Ross Israel. Pre-payment and pre-registration required.
Would You Recognize a Stroke?
The onset of stroke is often subtle. Would you recognize the symptoms? Milton Hospital Clinical Educator Phillipa Breslin, RN, and Intensive Care Unit Manager Ellen Lanza, RN, will outline the warning signs of stroke, as well as prevention strategies. The lecture will also cover a discussion of Milton Hospital's rapid stroke response program and telemedicine technology.
DATE: Thursday, May 21
TIME: 6:30 PM
PLACE: Nangeroni Education Center
COST: FREE, pre-registration required.
"Four Voices for Wellness" Luncheon
Join geriatricians from Milton Hospital and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center for a panel discussion on aging well. Bring your questions and your appetite! Lunch will be served and space is limited! Virginia Cummings, M.D., Min Song, M.D., Diane McMullen, M.D., and Scott Kaiser, M.D.
DATE: Thursday, May 21
TIME: 12 PM
PLACE: Nangeroni Education Center
COST: Free, pre-registration required.
Listening to Children I & II
In this ongoing series, Family Practitioner Winfred del Mundo, M.D., leads an open discussion of the challenges of raising children: how does your reaction to your child's behavior affect their development, how can you understand your child before the next tantrum starts, how can you help heal your child's fears? These topics and many others will offer parents, older siblings and other caregivers new perspectives on listening to and nurturing young children. New and past attendees are welcome!
DATE: Tuesday, May 26 & Tuesday, June 2
TIME: 6 PM
PLACE: Conference Room A
COST: Free, pre-registration required.
Seasonal Allergies
As spring and summer weather brightens many moods, allergic reactions to tree or grass pollen and other seasonal allergens can make life miserable for some. Don't let another beautiful day pass without learning about methods for diagnosis and treatment to reduce the effect of seasonal allergies. Nathaniel Brown, M.D., Internist.
DATE: Tuesday, May 26
TIME: 6:30 PM
PLACE: Nangeroni Education Center
COST: Free, pre-registration required.
May 30 is Community Health Day
at Milton Hospital
Join us for Milton Hospital's Second Annual Community Health Day! This family event features fun for all ages, including interactive demonstrations, healthy lunches and snacks, face-painting, a DJ, games, many local vendors and much more!
DATE: Saturday, May 30 (Rain Date: Sunday, May 31)
TIME: 11 AM - 3 PM
PLACE: Milton Hospital's Highland Parking Lot and Lobby
COST: Free!
JUNE PROGRAMS
Skin Cancer Screening
THIS SCREENING IS FILLED.
DATE: Monday, June 1
TIME: 4 PM - 7 PM
PLACE: 2nd Floor Brooks Wing
COST: Free, pre-registration required.
Tackling Men's Health Issues
As men age, they face many unique health challenges that can affect their cardiovascular system, weight, or even stress level. Internist Khang Nguyen, M.D., will discuss the most common health risks for men and what you can do to stay healthy and live longer.
Khang Nguyen, M.D., Internist.
DATE: Tuesday, June 2
TIME: 6:30 PM
PLACE: Nangeroni Education Center
COST: Free, pre-registration required.
Oh My Aching Back!
Learn about the causes and treatment options for back pain. Chiropractor David Smith will focus on how to alleviate back pain using chiropractic treatments. David Smith, D.C., Chiropractor
DATE: Thursday, June 4
TIME: 6:30 PM
PLACE: Nangeroni Education Center
COST: Free, pre-registration required.
To register for or to inquire about any of these programs,
call the Milton Hospital Community Education Line at 617-696-8810
or email Community
Education.
Milton Hospital reserves the right to cancel or reschedule
any of our Community Education programs. The Public Relations office
will attempt to notify pre-registered participants of any rescheduled
or canceled program.
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