Medical calendar for March 26
CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION: Childbirth education classes at St. John's Mercy Hospital in Washington, Mo., cover many topics to help prepare expectant parents for all aspects of childbirth. For more information or to register, call 636-239-8004.
HEARTSAVER CPR: The St. John's Mercy Hospital Heartsaver CPR class teaches adult/infant/child CPR skills and management of an obstructed airway. Information on heart attack, stroke and pediatric safety issues are included. Cost is $40. Meets from 6:30-9:30 p.m. April 18 in Classroom A, on the first floor of the Mercy Medical Building, 851 E. Fifth St. in Washington. Registration required. Call 636-239-8004 to register.AUTISM: Autism Education and Support Services hosts classes at the Center for Autism Education, 105 Crossings Industrial Court in O'Fallon. Classes include Understanding Autism, 6-8 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month, and Strategies for Challenging Behaviors, 6-8 p.m. the fourth Tuesday of each month. These classes are designed for parents, grandparents, baby sitters, friends or other family members who want to learn more about autism. Cost is $30 per class. To register, call 636-978-4951.
INTRO TO INTERPLAY: A free introductory session to InterPlay will be from 9:30-10:30 a.m. April 2 in the Community room of St. John's Mercy Sports and Therapy, 1713 Heritage Hills Center in Washington, Mo. The class will be offered weekly as part of St. John's Mercy Hospital's wellness program. InterPlay is the practice and philosophy of appreciating the body as a system of intelligence. It teaches simple forms in movement and stillness, voice and story, and ease and amusement, which invite the body to unwind and release the tension and stress carried in the body. The InterPlay class is for adults of all ages and physical abilities. It is especially helpful for persons living with chronic pain or stress. To pre-register, call 636-239-8858. The cost for an individual session is $10 or $35 for a four-week session. For more information about InterPlay, contact Julie Dotson, the class facilitator, at 314-805-9544.
Expo
HOLISTIC HEALTH EXPO: 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. April 12 in the Training Center at East Central College, 1964 Prairie Dell Road in Union. Experts will be available to answer questions regarding diet and nutrition, exercise and fitness, mind/body techniques for stress reduction, and options for the treatment of illness and disease prevention. Registration for the free event is not required. For more information call 636-583-5195, ext. 2410.
Health fair
2008 WARREN COUNTY FAMILY HEALTH FAIR: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. April 5 at Warrenton High School, 803 Pinckney Road. Meet community health care providers, get free health information and screenings, informative safety demonstrations, drawings and door prizes. Admission is free. It's not too late to register as an exhibitor or to sign up as a sponsor. Call Lora Williams at 636-456-8700.
Programs
FERTILITY CARE SERVICES: A certified fertility care practitioner, specializing in the Creighton Model of Fertility Care Services, teaches this one-on-one natural family planning session. For more information on St. John's Mercy Hospital Fertility Care Services, call 636-239-8595.
MERCY HEART PRINTS: The St. John's Mercy Hospital Mercy Heart Prints program is for parents who have experienced a miscarriage or neonatal death, stillbirth or ectopic pregnancy. To speak with a trained counselor, call 636-239-8656 or 636-239-8500.
SCREENING
STROKE AND OSTEOPEROSIS SCREENING: Appointments begin at 9 a.m. April 17 at Knights of Columbus Hall, 700 South St. in Warrenton. Screenings are non-invasive and easy to obtain. They help identify potential health problems of heart disease. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 877-237-1287 or visit www.lifelinescreening.com. Pre-registration is required.
Support groups
DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP: Meets on a quarterly basis on the second floor of St. John's Mercy Hospital, 901 E. Fifth St. in Washington. Next meeting is at 2 p.m. April 3. To register, call 636-230-8004. For more information, call 636-239-8248.
NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS: Meets every Friday at 7:30 p.m. at Friedens United Church of Christ, 313 E. Main St., Warrenton. Open meeting.
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS: Women's open meeting at 9 a.m. every Saturday at the University of Missouri Extension Center, 107 W. Walton St., Warrenton.
AL-ANON: Al-Anon offers hope and help to families and friends of alcoholics. Meetings are from 7-9 p.m. every Sunday in Classroom A, on the first floor of the St. John's Mercy Medical Building, 851 E. Fifth St., Washington, Mo.
NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS: Meets every Monday at 7 p.m. at Church of the Nazarene, 521 N. Service Road, Wright City. Open meeting.
STROKE RECOVERY GROUP: The St. John's Mercy Hospital Stroke Recovery Group joins stroke survivors, family and friends for support and education through discussion, programs and professional speakers. Meetings are from 3:30-4:30 p.m. the second Monday of each month in Classroom A, on the first floor of the Mercy Medical Building, 851 E. Fifth St., Washington, Mo.
CROHN'S AND COLITIS SUPPORT GROUP: The St. John's Mercy Hospital Crohn's and Colitis Support Group offers support and education on issues specific to Crohn's disease, colitis and ostomies. Families and friends are welcome to attend. Meetings are from 7-8 p.m. the second Monday of every other month in Classroom A, on the first floor of the Mercy Medical Building, 851 E. Fifth St., Washington, Mo. The next meeting will be April 14.
NEW MOMS' NETWORK: Led by a registered nurse, this group provides new mothers methods for coping with baby, work and home life. There is no cost to attend, and reservations are not required. The group meets from 10-11:30 a.m. the second Wednesday of the month in the Mercy Childbirth Center Family Waiting Area, fourth floor, St. John's Mercy Hospital, 901 E. Fifth St., Washington, Mo. For details and monthly program topics, call 636-239-8529.
ALZHEIMER'S SUPPORT GROUP: The St. John's Mercy Hospital Alzheimer's Association Support Group joins caregivers and family members taking care of a loved one who has Alzheimer's. The group's primary goal is to provide a time to share feelings and offer encouragement in a safe environment. The group also will offer in formation through discussion, programs and professional speakers. Meetings are from 1-3:30 p.m. the third Monday of every month in Classroom A, on the first floor of the Mercy Medical Building, 851 E. Fifth St., Washington, Mo.
ALZHEIMER'S SUPPORT GROUP: Lincoln County Medical Center, 1000 E. Cherry St. in Troy, hosts a support group for those affected by Alzheimer's disease. Group meets at 6 p.m. the fourth Tuesday of every month. For more information call 636-528-3300.
CONGESTIVE HEART FAILURE SUPPORT GROUP: Discusses topics related to congestive heart failure, including nutrition, exercise and other lifestyle issues. The group meets from 2-3 p.m. the fourth Wednesday of every month in Classroom A on the first floor of the St. John's Mercy Medical Building, 851 E. Fifth St., Washington, Mo.
