November 2008
Calendar of Events
Events are free unless otherwise stated. For more information about any of the listed events, or to register, call the Baptist Health Line at 1-800-948-6262.
Ongoing or Special Activites
Baptist for Women’s Latest Podcast Series
The latest additions to the Women’s Health Inside Out Podcast Series includes information about complementary and alternative medicine for cancer patients. :: Listen here, or subscribe for free on iTunes.
Cancer Support Lectures in November
These lunchtime seminars, part of the “All About Living Lecture Series,” offer participants the convenience of the lunch hour to gain practical information for managing cancer. The FREE seminars include a box lunch for pre-registered participants. Space is limited.
Tuesdays, November 11, 18, and 25, noon
Hederman Cancer Center
No Cost
To register, call 601-948-6262 or 1-800-948-6262.
In the Desert, but Not Alone
November 6, 9 a.m.
This seminar, sponsored by Baptist Adult Day Health Services and First Baptist-
Jackson Summit Counseling, is designed to help caregivers cope with the constant demands on their lives. Presenters include Molly Meeks, M.S., N.C.C., and Andy Wimberly, President and C.E.O. of Wimberly & Associates. A free continental breakfast will be served at 8:15 a.m., and the conference will begin at 9 a.m. Social work continuing education units (SWUs) have been applied for through the National Association of Social Workers.
First Baptist Church, Fellowship Hall East
FREE for caregivers; $40 for social workers applying for SWUs
To register, call 601-948-6262 or 1-800-948-6262.
Bless This Stress
November 11, 6 p.m.
Is it possible to juggle your children, your home, your career, your car pool-and your sanity? Yes! Find out how to manage your life and reduce your stress in this free seminar featuring OB/GYN Valerie Short, M.D., of OB-GYN Associates, and clinical psychologist Bufkin Moore, Psy.D.
Colonnades Medical Office Building
To register, call 601-948-6262 or 1-800-948-6262.
Nip It in the Bud: You Can Prevent Diabetes
November 11, 11:45 a.m. (Baptist Madison Campus)
November 13, 11:45 a.m. (Baptist Healthplex-Clinton)
Is it possible to delay or even prevent Type 2 diabetes? Yes it is, according to the American Diabetes Association. Join professionals from Baptist’s Diabetes Learning Center for this free seminar, where you’ll learn how you can prevent this incurable disease through good food choices and physical activity. You’ll also receive a free glucose screening (nonfasting) while supplies last.
To register, call 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.
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 at noon each Wednesday
:: Click here to register online for Art Therapy.
Pregnancy, Childbirth, Childhood Issues
Childbirth Classes
Four-Week classes, 6:30-8:30 p.m. on Mondays or Tuesdays. Weekend classes are also available. Call for dates.
Classes include an overview of the labor and delivery process, birthing, medication and anesthesia options, recovery and postpartum adjustments and infant care. A hospital tour is included. 1405 N. State Street, 4th Floor. Free for parents delivering at Baptist. Pre-registration is required. Call 1-800-948-6262.
Natal Fit
Call for Dates and Times
These special aquatic classes are for expectant mothers who want to maintain their fitness level and new mothers who want to get back into shape. (A physician's release is required.) NatalFit is taught at the Baptist Healthplex-Jackson, 717 Manship Street, Jackson. For more information, call 601-948-6262.
Safety is No Accident: CPR for Infants
Each Wednesday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
This weekly class teaches parents about injury prevention and CPR techniques for infants and small children. Education Resource Center, Lower Level, Baptist Medical Center. Cost is $15.00 ($5.00 for those delivering at Baptist.) Pre-registration is required. Call 1-800-948-6262. [back to top]
Health, Fitness and Nutrition
Baptist’s Nutrition Center offers “Way to Go Kids®” Weight Loss Program.
Wednesdays, 3:45 p.m.
(A new four-week session begins the first Wednesday of each month.)
Way to Go Kids® is a four-week program designed to help overweight and under-active kids build lifelong, healthy attitudes about food and fitness. New sessions begin the first Wednesday of each month from 3:45 - 4:45 p.m. Pre-registration is required. For more information and cost, call 601-973-1624.
Binge Eating Workshop
Call for Dates and Times
The Nutrition Center offers a program that can help break the harmful cycle of binge eating. Licensed, professional counselors help binge eaters discover the hidden causes behind their eating patterns and give practical guidance to help them gain control of their eating habits. This program includes a 10-week session. For more information, call the Nutrition Center at 601-973-1624.
Support Groups/Topical Programs
Caregivers Support Group Held at Baptist Adult Day in Clinton
November 18, 11 a.m.
Baptist Adult Day Health Services and the Alzheimer’s Association will host an Alzheimer’s Support Group Meeting the third Tuesday of each month from 11:00 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. The meetings are free and will be held in the conference room next to Baptist Adult Day Health Services-Clinton at 503 E. Northside Drive. For more information contact Baptist Adult Day Health Services at 601-926-1222
Diabetes Support Group
November 6, 10 a.m.
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. To register, call the Baptist Health Line at 601-948-6262 or 1-800-948-6262.
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