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Prediabetes
When:
Fridays, Jan. 16, Feb. 27, March 13, April 24,
10 a.m. to noon
Where:
PeaceHealth Internal Medicine Clinic,
PeaceHealth St. John Medical Center, first floor
Info:
If you’ve been diagnosed with prediabetes,
this two-hour group class will cover everything
you need to know to successfully manage your
condition. Call
360-636-4943
for more
information and to register.
Fee:
$25
Heart Health
Where:
PeaceHealth Internal Medicine Clinic,
PeaceHealth St. JohnMedical Center, first floor
Info:
Join our two-hour group heart health class to
learn about lifestyle changes that can help prevent
and treat heart disease. Call
360-636-4943
for
the date and time of the next available class.
Fee:
$25
Weight Loss
Where:
PeaceHealth Internal Medicine Clinic,
PeaceHealth St. John Medical Center, first floor
Info:
Join this two-hour weight loss group class to
learn quick, easy ways to help you start on your
path to a healthy weight. Call
360-636-4943
for the date and time of next available class.
Fee:
$25
Thinking About Joint Replacement
When:
Tuesday, Jan. 13, 6 to 7 p.m.
Where:
Pacific Surgical Institute
Info:
William Turner, MD, of Longview
Orthopedics Associates, will share information
about how this life-changing surgery can
bring you back to good health. Learn about
PeaceHealth St. John Joint Replacement
Center’s unique program to get you up and keep
you moving on your journey. Register online or
call
360-636-4846
.
Scheduled for Joint Replacement
When:
Mondays, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Info:
For patients who are already scheduled
for a joint replacement service to learn about
the procedure, helpful recovery tips, and
your support team’s role in rehabilitation.
Call
360-636-4846
.
Diabetes Education Classes
Where:
PeaceHealth Internal Medicine Clinic,
PeaceHealth St. John Medical Center, first floor
Info:
Four-week diabetes education series covers
meal planning, medications, and diabetes
self-management options. Call
360-636-4943
for more information. A physician referral is
required.
Medicare Weight Management Program
Info:
Medicare provides coverage to qualified
patients for counseling sessions to help you lose
weight. Medicare beneficiaries pay nothing
(no co-insurance and no Medicare Part B
deductible) to participate in the program. Visit
your primary health care provider to see if you
qualify and for a referral to our program. For
more information, call
360-636-4943
.
One-to-One Individual
Weight Loss Program
Where:
PeaceHealth Internal Medicine Clinic,
PeaceHealth St. John Medical Center, first floor
Info:
Educators will help you set goals and
support you as you begin your individualized
program. Physician referral not required.
Call
360-636-4943
.
Fee:
$250
PREGNANCY
Preparing for Delivery
When:
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Saturday class—Jan. 17, Feb. 21,
March 21, April 18,
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Tuesday weekly series—Jan. 6 to 27,
Feb. 3 to 24, March 3 to 24, April 7 to 28,
6 to 8:30 p.m.
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Online
Where:
Women’s Health Pavilion
Info:
Prepare for labor, birth, infant feeding,
and baby care. Taught by certified childbirth
educators. Tour included. Register online or
call
360-501-3700
for dates.
Fee:
$60 per couple; state medical card accepted.
Infant Feeding and Care
When:
Tuesday, Jan. 27, Feb. 24, March 24,
April 28,
6 to 8:30 p.m.
Where:
Women’s Health Pavilion
Info:
Learn to soothe and quiet your baby;
diapering basics; and bathing, feeding, and
safety tips. Tour included. Register online or
call
360-501-3700
.
Birth Center Tour
When:
Tuesdays, Feb. 3, March 3, April 7,
5 to 5:30 p.m.
Where:
Meet in PeaceHealth St. John lobby
Info:
Where you choose to deliver is important.
Our leading-edge family birth center and
experienced caregivers welcome you.
Call
360-501-3700
.
Big Sister, Big Brother
When:
Tuesdays, Jan. 13, March 10, 4 to 5 p.m.
Where:
Women’s Health Pavilion
Info:
Siblings ages 3 to 10 learn about life with a
new baby, make a card, and learn their special
role. Register online or call
360-501-3700
.
SUPPORT
Amputee Support Group
When:
Fourth Friday of each month,
12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
Where:
PeaceHealth St. John conference room E,
second floor
Info:
Supporting amputees and their families
for a healthy life. Call
360-501-3750
.
A.W.A.K.E. CPAP Support Group
When:
Twice weekly: Mondays, 2 to 4 p.m.;
Thursdays, 9 to 11 a.m.
Where:
PeaceHealth St. John Sleep Disorders
Center
Info:
Education and support for CPAP users.
Call
360-636-4930
.
TO REGISTER
Go to
www.peacehealth.org/
st-john
and click on “Community,
Health & Wellness.” All classes are
free unless noted otherwise.
LOCATIONS
Classes, offerings, resources, and
events designed to put you in control
when it comes to your health.
PeaceHealth St. John
Medical Center
1615 Delaware St., Longview
PeaceHealth Broadway Campus
600 Broadway, Longview
Looking for a great way to
use your time to help others?
Consider being a PeaceHealth
Volunteer or Friend of St. John.
Call
360-636-4126
.
Join us! Go Red Tea
When:
Friday, Feb. 6, 2 p.m.
Where:
Delaware Plaza,
926 Delaware St., Longview, WA
Info:
Wear red and support women’s
heart health. To RSVP or for more
information, call
360-423-3333
.
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Baby Reunion
When:
Tuesday, March 31, 6 p.m.
Where:
Women’s Health Pavilion,
1660 Delaware St., Longview (across
from PeaceHealth St. John Medical
Center, corner of 17th Avenue and
Delaware Street; parking access off
17th Avenue)
Info:
For all parents who have attended a
childbirth class at PeaceHealth St. John
Medical Center and have delivered their
beautiful baby, we welcome you back for
a Baby Reunion!
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No charge!
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Celebrate together!
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Swap birth stories!
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Show off your sweet new addition to
the family!
To register, call
360-501-3700
or go
to
www.peacehealth.org/st-john .6
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