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10/16/2008 Think Pink
Early Detection is the Best Protection (breast cancer seminar)
St. Mary's Hospital - Auditorium
Thursday, October 16, 2008
7:00-9:00pm
To reserve your seat, call 359-WELL or Click here to register on-line.
10/18/2008 Faison's Amazin' Pumpkin Palooza
Saturday, October 18, 2008
Science Museum of Virginia
2500 West Broad Street
Richmond, VA 23220
From 11am-9pm
This spectacular fall event celebrates the art of pumpkin carving. Come view the pumpkin patch of 50 intricately carved 100+ pound pumpkins. There will be a children’s area with arts and crafts, inflatable games, costume contests, a chance to “paint your own pumpkin” and lots of local entertainment. One thing you have to see to believe is PUMPKIN BOWLING! Don’t miss this one-of-kind activity! Also, Bonnie, the Bon Secours Bunny will be in attendance from noon-5pm.
For more information visit www.thefaisonschool.org/Pumpkinpalooza.html.
10/21/2008 The symtoms, science and secrets of TIA and stroke
Stroke is the third leading cause of death in adults. Many are preventable with lifestyle changes and medication. Join us at this informational seminar to learn about TIA, as well as stroke prevention, symptoms and treatment after stroke. Bon Secours' highly trained, interdisciplinary team of physicians rapidly evaluate, diagnose and treat patients using the latest medical technology.
St. Francis Medical Center Main Lobby
Tuesday, October 21, 2008
7:00 pm
To reserve your seat, call 359-WELL or Click here to register on-line.
10/23/2008 Think Pink
Early Detection is the Best Protection (breast cancer seminar)
St. Francis Medical Center - Orvieto/Florence Rooms
Thursday, October 23, 2008
7:00-9:00pm
To reserve your seat, call 359-WELL or Click here to register on-line.
10/28/2008 Don't Shoulder the Pain
Advances in the Treatment of Shoulder Problems
Get the scoop on rotator cuff injuries and get relief through the latest and greatest treatments
St. Mary's Hospital - Auditorium (Room 164)
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
1:30 pm
To reserve your seat, call 359-WELL or Click here to register on-line.
10/29/2008 "You Can"
Place
Richmond Community Hospital
1500 N. 28th Street
Richmond, VA 23223
Dates
October 29, November 5, November 12 (3 classes in session)
Time
6-8pm
Who
Children experiencing asthma accompanied by their parents
Children in 3rd to 5th grades
Register
Call 804/213-0914 or click here to register online.
Fee
Free of Charge
Other
Dinner will be supplied.
Children are encouraged to bring their medicine and any asthma devices.
11/5/2008 Spinal Surgery Update
Presented by Dr. Steven Fiore
Orthopaedic Surgeon, Advanced Orthopaedic Centers
- Know Your Spine Anatomy 101
- Non-Operative Treatments
- Types of Neck and Back Surgery
- New Surgical Techniques for the Spine
Wednesday, November 5
6:30 pm
St. Francis Medical Center
Orvieto/Florence Rooms
13710 St. Francis Boulevard
Midlothian, VA 23233
To reserve a seat, call 804/359-WELL or Click here to register on-line.
11/5/2008 "You Can"
Place
Richmond Community Hospital
1500 N. 28th Street
Richmond, VA 23223
Dates
October 29, November 5, November 12 (3 classes in session)
Time
6-8pm
Who
Children experiencing asthma accompanied by their parents
Children in 3rd to 5th grades
Register
Call 804/213-0914 or click here to register online.
Fee
Free of Charge
Other
Dinner will be supplied.
Children are encouraged to bring their medicine and any asthma devices.
11/12/2008 "You Can"
Place
Richmond Community Hospital
1500 N. 28th Street
Richmond, VA 23223
Dates
October 29, November 5, November 12 (3 classes in session)
Time
6-8pm
Who
Children experiencing asthma accompanied by their parents
Children in 3rd to 5th grades
Register
Call 804/213-0914 or click here to register online.
Fee
Free of Charge
Other
Dinner will be supplied.
Children are encouraged to bring their medicine and any asthma devices.
11/19/2008 Health Literacy: What It Is, Why It Matters, How You Can Help
Audience: Nurses, Social Workers, Health Educators, Physicians, Students, Anyone interested in communicating better with patients or health professionals.
School of Nursing Audtiorium
8550 Magellan Pkwy
Richmond, VA 23227
9:00am- 10:30am
Overview of health literacy, what it is, why it matters, and who it most affects. Efficient and effective strategies that communicators can use will be highlighted!
St. Mary's Hospital Auditorium
5801 Bremo Road
Richmond, VA 23226
3:30pm-5:00pm
Brief review of health literacy and why it matters and an introduction of two specific strategies: 1)using the teach-back technique to confirm understanding, and 2)creating meaphors to frame unfamiliar information in familiar ways plus an opportunity to practice!
Patients and their families need to be able to read and understand health information before they can act on it. This is called “health literacy.” But research shows that many people struggle with health literacy. By attending this presentation, participants should have the knowledge and skills to start making a health literacy difference.
Helen Osborne, M.Ed., OTR/L helps organizations communicate health information in ways that patients and their families can understand. Helen brings clinical experience, education, and patient perspective to all her work. Helen's award-winning book, Health Literacy from A to Z: Practical Ways to Communicate Your Health Message is considered by many as the most important health literacy reference today.
For more information contact: Theresa Lombardi at 804/545-1920 or
