Brown Bag Lectures
Understanding Cholesterol
St. Luke’s staff members will help you make sense of your cholesterol screening results and will share manageable ways to change your lifestyle to reduce your cholesterol levels through diet and exercise. Led by Karen Morrison, RN, Becky McCarver, MS, RD, and Dan Biggins, RT.
Date: Thursday, May 1
Time: 5:30 – 6:30 PM, in English *
7:00 – 8:00 PM, in Spanish
Place: St. Luke’s Baldy Conference Rooms
Top 10 Orthopaedic Injuries
A. Herbert Alexander, MD, orthopaedic surgeon, will present this overview of the most common conditions seen in a “typical” orthopaedic practice. Dr. Alexander’s lecture will include information on ankle sprain, plantar fasciitis, tennis elbow, ACL tear, meniscal tear, shoulder dislocation, rotator cuff tear, stress fracture, carpal tunnel syndrome and fracture of the distal radius.
Date: Thursday, May 8
Time: 12:15 – 1:15 PM
Place: St. Luke’s - River Run Conference Rooms
Overview of Acupuncture
Acupuncture is the practice of inserting fine needles through the skin at specific points on the body for therapeutic purposes and for relieving pain. This ancient Chinese practice is increasingly being integrated into traditional western medical practice. Come meet Thomas Archie, MD, family medicine and board certified medical acupuncturist, and Joan Scheingraber, licensed acupuncturist, to learn more about this increasingly used modality.
Date: Thursday, May 15
Time: 12:15 – 1:15 PM
Place: St. Luke’s Baldy Conference Rooms
Answering Your Questions about HPV
HPV is the virus that causes genital warts. This virus is a major risk factor for cervical cancer. Most people who are infected have no symptoms and inadvertently pass their infection along to their sexual partners. Join Leigh Morse, MD, family medicine, to learn more about this devastating, yet preventable disease of women and the vaccine now available for females aged 9 –26.
Date: Thursday, May 22
Time: 12:15 – 1:15 PM
Place: St. Luke’s Baldy Conference Rooms
Healing Touch
Healing Touch uses the sense of touch to influence the human energy system, specifically the energy field that surrounds the body. Jean A. Scepka, RN, BSN, CHTP will discuss this non-invasive technique that uses the hands of the practitioner to clear, energize, and balance the human and environmental energy fields, for physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health and healing. The goal of Healing Touch is to restore balance and harmony in the energy system placing the client in a position to self heal.
Date: Thursday, May 29
Time: 12:15 – 1:15 PM
Place: St. Luke’s Baldy Conference Rooms
Healthy Living / Screenings
Free Blood Pressure Checks
Drop in and have your blood pressure checked! Walk-in, no appointment necessary.
Dates: First Wednesday of the month – May 7
Time: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Place: Ketchum Post Office
Breast Cancer Networking and Information Group
This group provides a connection with others that have been diagnosed with breast cancer for information and support. Meeting facilitated by Gay Miremont, LCSW.
Call: 727-8733 for more information on this group and other resources that are available.
Dates: Second Tuesday of the month – May 13
Time: 5:30 – 6:30 PM
Place: St. Luke’s Center for Community Health, 417 N. Main St, Hailey
AED Heartsaver CPR
Learn how to use the Automated External Defibrillator in addition to the American Heart Association course on recognizing and responding to emergency situations involving infants, children and adults. Good for beginners and for those who need to renew their Heartsaver Certification.
Dates: Third Thursday of the month - May 15
Time: 6:00 - 9:00 PM
Place: St. Luke’s River Run Rooms
Cost: $40
Pre-registration required! Call 727-8733, please no walk-ins.
First Aid
Participants will learn how to respond to many emergency medical situations by using
the latest methods for proper first aid.
Date: Tuesday May 27, 6:00 :00PM
Place:St. Luke’s River Run Rooms
Cost: $40
Pre-registration required! Call 727-8733, please no walk-ins.
Intuitive Eating Series
Intuitive eating teaches you how to create a healthy relationship with your food, your mind and your body. Be a part of this special opportunity to learn and practice intuitive eating over a 4 class series. Learn gradually how to distinguish between physical and emotional feelings, and gain a sense of body wisdom. Join Andrea Girman, MD, MPH and Becky McCarver, MS, Registered Dietitian, as they help you make peace with food and get rid of those "food worry" thoughts. The first class is open to all participants, and free registration is required to participate in the series. Please register between (insert date) and (insert date).
Dates: Wednesdays, May 7, 14, 21 and 28
Times: 4:00 – 5:30 PM
Place: St. Luke’s River Run Rooms
Pre-registration required! Call 727-8733, please no walk-ins.
Diabetes Self-Management Education Program
Whether you are newly diagnosed, or have been living with diabetes, you can learn more about improving your quality of life and preventing diabetes-related complications.
Our ongoing programs are led by a nurse and dietitian team committed to providing quality education and self-care skills to help patients self-manage their diabetes. There are separate, interactive courses specific to Type I, Type II and Gestational Diabetes. Courses consist of four group classes over a span of 3 months. Please call 727-8440 for more information.
Diabetes Self-Management Education Program
Whether you are newly diagnosed, or have been living with diabetes, you can learn more about improving your quality of life and preventing diabetes-related complications.
Our ongoing programs are led by a nurse and dietitian team committed to providing quality education and self-care skills to help patients self-manage their diabetes. There are separate, interactive courses specific to Type I, Type II and Gestational Diabetes. Courses consist of four group classes over a span of 3 months. Please call 727-8440 for more information.
Parenting/Youth
Oh, Boy!
Puberty class for boys ages 9-12 and their parents
Puberty is a time of change for kids - and parents! This one-day course will be a fun and interactive way to get a better idea about the changes bodily changes and emotional ups and downs that accompany early adolescence. Topics include: Anatomy and physiology; emotional and physical changes; the human reproductive system; relationships with parents and friends; and body image and self-esteem. Experts in adolescent health will address concerns, including factual responses to questions about boys and girls. Your son must be accompanied by a parent - Mom and Dad are both welcome to attend.
Date: Saturday, May 3
Time: 12:30 - 4:00 PM
Place: St. Luke’s Baldy Conference Rooms
Cost: $20 ($5 for each additional sibling)
Pre-registration required by Wednesday, April 30! Call 727-8733, please no walk-ins.
Car Seat Safety Checks
Our Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician will help you install your car seat before your baby is born, and can fit an older child to his or her seat, teach you proper installation, and check for recalls.
Dates: Fourth Wednesdays of the month― May 28
Time: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Place: Outside front lobby doors at St. Luke’s Wood River Medical Center
Call 727-8776 for more information.
Customized Parenting
Does your playgroup or organization want help with specific parenting issues? Call St. Luke’s Center for Community Health at 727-8733 to arrange a personalized class. Our certified parenting educators are available to speak on a variety of issues, including discipline, communication, drug abuse prevention, and co-parenting, to name a few.
YAK!
A healthy youth development initiative comprised of the Blaine County Youth Partnership (adults) and the Blaine County Teen Advisory Council (youth), building Developmental Assets and involving youth in the community.
Annual Teen Job Fair
More than 25 local businesses and community organizations will be at the Job Fair looking for Wood River High School students to fill available employment and community service positions. Join the Job Launch beforehand to learn how to find a job, how to interview successfully and how to keep a job.
Date: Thursday, May 1
Time: 2:30 pm
Place: Wood River High School lunchroom
Please call Brian Holda at 727-8736 for more information.
Call Frances Nagashima, YAK! Coordinator at 727-8735 to learn about how to get involved in this great community initiative.
Childbirth Education
Tambien clases en espanol. Para mas informacion
llame al 727-8733.
New Mom’s Group
Provides newborn and breastfeeding support and an opportunity to ask questions and learn the basics of raising babies. The presence of professionals, as well as other new parents, makes this group a comfortable and valuable experience. Bring your baby and your lunch, if you wish. Facilitated by Linda Parsons, RN, Board Certified Lactation Consultant and Larsen Peterson, Childbirth Education Coordinator.
Date: Every Wednesday
Time: Noon – 1:00 PM
Place: St. Luke’s River Run Conference Rooms
Childbirth Preparation
A six‑week series promoting a healthy, safe, and educated birth
"Class in a Basket" Home Study Course
Childbirth education materials for women who are either high risk or on bed rest and unable to attend regular childbirth preparation classes.
Childbirth Refresher
Review of relaxation techniques, updated information, and sibling preparation
Breastfeeding Successfully
A two‑hour pre‑natal breastfeeding education class designed to help start your breastfeeding experience with confidence and success.
For more information on any of these classes, please call St. Luke’s Childbirth Education Department, 727‑8410.
Clases en español
Para todos los programas en español, llame a Laura al 727-8738 para más información sobre fechas, costos, o registración. ¡ATRÉVASE A PARTICIPAR!
Entendiendo Colesterol
El staff de St. Luke’s ayudara a que entienda los resultados de sus análisis y compartirá manejables opciones para cambiar su estilo de vida y reducir los niveles de su colesterol a través de dieta y ejercicios. Presentado por Karen Morrison, RN, Becky McCarver, MS, RD, y Dan Biggins, RT.
Jueves, 1 mayo,
5:30 - 6:30 PM, en English y 7:00 - 8:00 PM, en Español,
St. Luke’s Baldy Conference Rooms.
Grupo de Mujeres Hispanas*:
Hablamos de Nutrición, con Becky McCarver, RD
Grupo de Hombres Hispanos*:
Hablamos de Alcohol, con Francisco Gallardo, con AA
May 6, 5:00-7:00 PM, Community Campus, La Alianza - sala 201
Para todas las reuniones se provee cuidado de Niños-Head Start
Padres Activos de Hoy
Este programa enseña a los padres cómo comunicar con sus hijos y ser mejores padres en nuestra sociedad. Es perfecto para padres que tienen preguntas o frustraciones con sus hijos de cualquier edad. Tres clases de dos horas cada una. Hay que registrarse. Se ofrece cuidado de niños. Gratis.
Inspección de la Seguridad del Asiento del Carro de su Niño
El 4 (cuarto) miércoles de 11:00 AM a 1:00 PM.
Para cita privada, llame al 727-8776
Gratis.
Preparación para el parto
Esta clase está diseñada para todas las mujeres que esperan un bebé y para la persona en su vida que las apoya: el padre u otro/a. Si no tiene tiempo para la clase, puede ver una serie de videos y recibir información escrita.
También (GRATIS)
Apoyo con asuntos médicos e información de salud, referencias a recursos locales, provisiones para emergencias: comida, ayuda económica para consejería y emergencias.
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