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Lancaster Regional Medical Center & Heart of Lancaster Regional Medical Center Events:
WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital Events:
March of Dimes March for Babies walk
Like Mother, Not Entirely Like Daughter: Good Gynecological Practices
Heart of Lancaster Regional Medical Center is again the title sponsor for the March of Dimes March for Babies walk. We are currently recruiting volunteers to join and/or donate to the HLRMC team (go to: www.marchforbabies.org/team/heart).
The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists recommends a teenage girl first visits an obstetrician/gynecologist between the ages of 14 and 15. This free program covers questions that may arise before or after that visit, and good gynecological health practices for teenagers. To register, call (717) 738-3556. Press 1, then 2.
When: Sunday, May 1 Where: Long’s Park Time: beginning at noon
When: Tuesday, April 19 Where: Ephrata Public Library, 550 S. Reading Road, Ephrata Time: 6 – 7 pm
Ongoing free surgical and non-surgical weight loss seminars To RSVP call (717) 378-4402. We cover a wide variety of topics, including:
Plant the Seed of Learning Class
• Medically supervised weight management options, with personalized nutritional guidance • In-depth information on different types of weight loss surgeries, including potential benefits and risks of each, and the physical and emotional aspects of the journey • How to know if you qualify for weight loss surgery, including the insurance process • What to expect, from pre-operative prep through ongoing follow-up care
“Plant the Seed of Science” will offer helpful tips on how to educate a young child in a playful environment. Supplies are provided. Designed for parents of children from birth to 2 years old, the free class is sponsored by WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital, the Ephrata Area School District, Cocalico School District and the Conestoga Valley School District. Registration is required, by calling (717) 738-MOMS.
When: Thursday, May 5 Where: Keystone Villa, 100 N. State Street, Ephrata Time: 6 – 7 pm
When: First Wednesday of every other month (5/4, 7/6, 9/7, 11/2) Where: Heart of Lancaster Regional Medical Center, 1500 Highlands Drive, Lititz, Multi-Purpose Room Time: 7 – 8 pm
Healthy You
This program is for adults who want to lose weight, eat healthy and be active. Cost is $15. To register, call (717) 721-8790.
Stroke Support Group Putting the Pieces Back Together
When: Tuesdays, April 12, 19, 26, May 3 and 31 Where: WellSpan Cocalico Health Center, 63 W. Church Street, Stevens Time: 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Offering stroke patients and caregivers the opportunity to openly and voluntarily discuss the frustrations, goals, experiences and obstacles often faced with a stroke diagnosis. The group’s offers coping skills and non-judgmental empathy and understanding with the sharing of personal experiences.
When: The first Wednesday of each month Where: Lancaster Regional Medical Center, 250 College Ave., Lancaster, 3rd floor Rehab Unit Sunroom Time: 11am – 12noon (Times may vary depending on the needs of the community) RSVP: Deana at (717) 358-7208 or Robyn at (717) 291-8015
I Can! Challenge
The 12-week program for people with diabetes or heart disease who want to eat healthy, manage stress and get fit. Cost is $25. To register, call (717) 721-8790.
When: Tuesdays, May 3 to July 26 Where: WellSpan Cocalico Health Center, 63 W. Church Street, Stevens Time: 6 – 7:30 pm
Joint Pain? Let’s Talk About Your Options
Get back to the active life you love with the help from fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon Thomas Ring, MD with Orthopaedic Specialists of Central Pennsylvania. Join him for a discussion on the many treatment options for joint pain, from physical therapy and injections to minimally invasive surgery and total joint replacement. Register today by calling 1-844-784-DOCS.
When: 4/19, 6/21, 8/16, 10/18 and 12/20 Where: CPRS Physical Therapy, Willow Street Office 3100 Willow Street Pike, Willow Street, PA 17584 Time: 5:30 – 6:30pm
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