Baptist Announces Upcoming Events in February 2008

Contact: Robby Channell, 601-968-5135 rchannell@mbhs.org

Four Tuesdays in February Cancer Topics
These lunchtime seminars offer participants the convenience of the lunch hour to gain practical information for managing cancer. The seminars, which include a box lunch, are free. Registration is required. All seminars are held at noon in the Activity Room of the Hederman Cancer Center. February 5—“Cancer and Employment Rights”; February 12—“Who Can Think of Food at a Time Like This?”; February 19—“Cancer ... ME?”; February 26—“Financial Issues During Cancer Treatment.” Call the Baptist Health Line at 601-948-6262 or 1-800-948-6262 to register or for more information.

Menopause: A Hot Topic
OB/GYNs Jesse C. Ethridge M.D., and Thomas L. Wiley, M.D., provide practical information about what happens in your body before, during, and after menopause; managing symptoms; and what you should consider about hormone replacement therapy. A box lunch is provided during this free seminar. Space is limited.
February 5, 11:45 a.m., Baptist Madison Campus
Call the Baptist Health Line at 601-948-6262 or 1-800-948-6262 to register or for more information.

Kids, Kookies, & Kramps
Children’s tummies can be the source of lots of health questions for Mom and Dad. In this free seminar, Pediatric Gastroenterologist April Ulmer, M.D., will talk about infants’ and kids’ gastrointestinal (GI) issues ranging from constipation to irritable bowel syndrome to rectal bleeding. Janna McIntosh, R.D., a registered dietitian at the Baptist Nutrition Center, will provide diet information.
February 12, 6:00 p.m., Baptist Madison Campus
Call the Baptist Health Line at 601-948-6262 or 1-800-948-6262 to register or for more information.

Women and Heart Disease: What Is the Latest?
In this seminar, Cardiologist Davis H. Dear, M.D., will provide the latest information about women and heart disease. A box lunch is included. Space is limited.
February 20, 11:45 a.m. , Baptist Madison Campus
Call the Baptist Health Line at 601-948-6262 or 1-800-948-6262 to register or for more information.

“And Baby Makes 3”
Couples who may be starting a family soon could benefit from our free seminar. Led by OB/GYNs John R. Wooley, M.D.; James H. Crews, M.D.; and Meredith M. Travelstead, M.D., the seminar covers topics ranging from preconception care to delivery and the physical and emotional changes that will occur.
February 21, 6:00 p.m., Baptist Madison Campus
Call the Baptist Health Line at 601-948-6262 or 1-800-948-6262 to register or for more information.

What Every Woman Should Know from a Gyn-Oncology Perspective
How important are yearly Pap tests? What is your risk for ovarian cancer? What steps can you take to reduce your chance of developing cervical cancer? Get the answer to these questions and more during this free seminar featuring guest speaker Gynecologic Oncologist Mildred Ridgway, M.D.
February 28, 6:00 p.m., Baptist Madison Campus
Call the Baptist Health Line at 601-948-6262 or 1-800-948-6262 to register or for more information.

Do you know a Strong Woman?
One who perseveres, a leader, mentor, defender, or a young woman filled with potential. Nominate her online at www.mbhs.org by April 4, 2008 for Baptist’s annual Strong Women honors. For more information call the Baptist Health Line at 601-948-6262.

Baptist for Women’s Latest Podcast Series
The latest additions to the Women’s Health Inside Out Podcast Series shows a childhood obesity video series, audio sessions on cervical screening, osteoporosis and birth control methods. Visit www.mbhs.org/insideout or subscribe for free on iTunes.

Baptist Hosts Free Creative Arts Program for Cancer Patients
Baptist Cancer Services offers a creative arts program, including knitting, and art therapy for cancer patients at no cost. All events take place in the Hederman Cancer Center. Call the Baptist Health Line to register at 1-800-948-6262 or 601-948-6262.
* “Knit Together” is held every third Tuesday of the month at noon.
* “Art Therapy” will be held each Wednesday at noon starting on January 2

Free Cancer Support Group - HOPE (Helping Others Providing Empathy)
Baptist Cancer Services has created a new cancer support group for all types of cancer patients called “HOPE,” which means Helping Others, Providing Empathy.
Dates: Second Thursday of the month: February 14, March 13
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Cost: Free
Place: Baptist’s Cancer Center
For more information and to register, call the Baptist Health Line at 601-948-6262 or 1-800-948-6262.

Baptist Offers Free Cancer Rehab Classes
Baptist's Cancer Rehab Program is offered Tuesdays and Thursdays at 2:00 p.m. every week at no cost in the Activity Room of the Hederman Cancer Center, 1227 North State Street, Jackson, Miss. To register, call the Baptist Health Line at 1-800-948-6262 or 601-948-6262. The class helps cancer patients enhance cardiovascular strength and endurance and immune system and bone density. It helps to increase overall strength and stamina, decrease fatigue, weight loss and improve digestion.

Diabetes Support Group
The Diabetes Support group meets the first Thursday of the month at 10:00 a.m. in Suite 410 of the Medical Arts Building West on State Street. The upcoming free meetings will be held on February 7, March 6

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