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Thursday Nov. 1, 2007

Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Basic Class
2:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Participants in the MBSR Program learn to develop specific skills for paying attention and for deep relaxation, and to apply these in daily situations.

Guided Tour of Labor and Delivery (Duke)
Registration Closed - Class FULL....see schedule for other dates.
6:00 p.m.
An overview of the Labor, Delivery and Post-partum services at Duke Birthing Center.

3rd Annual Prospective Health Care Conference: Where Are We Now?
6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
A conference on the future of medicine and health care policy.

Baby Your Back - Back Care Tips for Moms
Registration Closed
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Discover how to relieve back pain and prevent future strains or injuries prevalent to new moms. Babies under 6 months welcome to attend with mom.

Friday Nov. 2, 2007

Weight Loss Surgery Seminar
3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Learn about weight loss surgery procedures and their results at this free seminar.

Saturday Nov. 3, 2007

Durham Health Summit
8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Listen to concerns of people without health insurance and discuss methods of increasing access to health care in Durham.

Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Basic Class
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Participants in the MBSR Program learn to develop specific skills for paying attention and for deep relaxation, and to apply these in daily situations.

Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Basic Class
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Participants in the MBSR Program learn to develop specific skills for paying attention and for deep relaxation, and to apply these in daily situations.

Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Basic Class
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Participants in the MBSR Program learn to develop specific skills for paying attention and for deep relaxation, and to apply these in daily situations.

Free to Breathe 5K/1mile walk
9:00 a.m.
Lung Cancer is the #1 cancer killer of American men and women. You can help fight lung cancer by walking with Duke Raleigh Hospital in the Free to Breathe 5K/ 1 mile walk to fight lung cancer on November 3.


Baby Care Class
Registration Closed - Class FULL...see schedule for other dates.
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
A class touching on general information for expectant parents regarding the basics of baby care (feeding, bathing, diapering, etc.). A practical demonstration utilizing a baby model will be offered.

Sunday Nov. 4, 2007

Breastfeeding Class
Registration Closed - Class Relocated to Teer House. Class FULL...see schedule for other dates.
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
A class focusing on the decision to breastfeed including information on: advantages and barriers to breastfeeding; how to establish breastfeeding routines; techniques to accomplish satisfactory breastfeeding; how to recognize and avoid potential challenges. Dad/Support Person encouraged to attend with Mom. Fee - $15

Monday Nov. 5, 2007

Getting in Shape After Baby
Registration Closed
10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Bring baby and practice movements to regain core stability and strength. This 6 week series of classes is targeted to new moms who are just beginning to exercise after pregnancy. Moms should be at least 6 weeks to 3 months postpartum. If you experienced a cesarean birth, please bring medical clearance from your physician to exercise. Join us immediately after for “Motherhood: The New Reality Show”.

Motherhood: The New Reality Show
Registration Closed
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Bring the baby, pack a lunch and join other new moms as we brainstorm tips on surviving motherhood, offer suggestions for transitioning back to work, and share resources for staying at home fulltime. Class targeted to moms who are 3-12 weeks post delivery, however, any new mother is welcome

Infant and Child Pediatric Life Support
Registration Closed - Class FULL...see schedule for other dates.
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Participants will receive an introduction to infant and child safety strategies along with being trained by the American Heart Friends and Family CPR standards for Infant and Child CPR. $35 for an individual/$50 for a couple.

LASIK Seminar in Durham
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
This free educational seminar gives an overview of LASIK and other vision correction procedures. Learn about the newest all-laser Intralase procedure.

Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Basic Class
6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Participants in the MBSR Program learn to develop specific skills for paying attention and for deep relaxation, and to apply these in daily situations.

Tuesday Nov. 6, 2007

Pre-operative Orthopaedic Surgery Class
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Duke Raleigh Hospital offers a Pre-Operative Orthopaedic Replacement Surgery Class for all patients and family members. The class covers what you can expect before, during and after surgery.

Prepared Childbirth
Registration Closed - Class FULL...see schedule for other dates.
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
This 4 class series (November 6,13,20,27, 2007) will include information on: signs of labor, stages of labor, comfort measures, pain management options, role of the coach, breathing techniques, vaginal and cesarean births, coping with unexpected outcomes, and hospital routines. Expectant parents are encouraged to complete the series between 33-37 weeks of pregnancy. Register early by calling 919-416-DUKE (919-416-3853). Fee - $80.

Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Basic Class
6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Participants in the MBSR Program learn to develop specific skills for paying attention and for deep relaxation, and to apply these in daily situations.

Aphasia: Communicating after a Brain Injury or Stroke
Registration Closed
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Explore how to communicate more effectively with someone who has lost their ability to communicate due to a brain injury or stroke.

The Birth Place Tour
Registration Closed
7:00 p.m.
To help prepare for the delivery of your baby Durham Regional Hospital provides tours of The Birth Place.

Wednesday Nov. 7, 2007

Coping with Hearing Loss
Cancelled
10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Discuss types of hearing loss, common symptoms and solutions for treatment.

Coping with Change and Losses Support Group
Registration Closed
1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
The support group provides a nurturing, supportive, and confidential environment for participants to share their feelings, thoughts and pain about their individual loss(es). The environment is conducive to learning from others that you are not alone in your journey through the pain.

Breastfeeding Class
Registration Closed - Class FULL...see schedule for other dates.
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
A class focusing on the decision to breastfeed including information on: advantages and barriers to breastfeeding; how to establish breastfeeding routines; techniques to accomplish satisfactory breastfeeding; how to recognize and avoid potential challenges. Dad/Support Person encouraged to attend with Mom. Fee - $15

Thursday Nov. 8, 2007

Literature Reading Group
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
A group to read and explore the fields focused on empirical, methodological, conceptual, and theological research and scholarship

Managing Caregiving Transitions as a Family
Registration Closed
1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Examine the changing dynamics of family relationships in the midst of caregiving.

Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Basic Class
2:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Participants in the MBSR Program learn to develop specific skills for paying attention and for deep relaxation, and to apply these in daily situations.

Guided Tour of Labor and Delivery (Duke)
Registration Closed - Class FULL...see schedule for other dates.
6:00 p.m.
An overview of the Labor, Delivery and Post-partum services at Duke Birthing Center.

Candlelight Reflections
6:15 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Please join us for this event honoring people with Alzheimer’s disease and their family caregivers.

Put Your Best Foot Forward: Common Foot and Ankle Problems
Registration Closed
6:30 p.m.
A painful step can be related to a number of reasons, but they add up to decrease your mobility and get in the way of an actual lifestyle. Join Kirk Woelffer, DPM of the Raleigh Foot & Ankle Center as he discusses common foot and ankle problems and effective preventive medicine and surgical treatment options.

Preparing NOW for Postpartum Changes
Registration Closed
7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
An overview of the biggest sources of postpartum stress, what helps pull couples together and strategies for managing changing family dynamics with tips for easing the transition from partner to parent.

Friday Nov. 9, 2007

Weight Loss Surgery Seminar
3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Learn about weight loss surgery procedures and their results at this free seminar.

Saturday Nov. 10, 2007

Baby Care Class
Registration Closed - Relocated to Teer House. Class FULL...see schedule for other dates.
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
A class touching on general information for expectant parents regarding the basics of baby care (feeding, bathing, diapering, etc.). A practical demonstration utilizing a baby model will be offered.

Monday Nov. 12, 2007

Getting in Shape After Baby
Registration Closed
10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Bring baby and practice movements to regain core stability and strength. This 6 week series of classes is targeted to new moms who are just beginning to exercise after pregnancy. Moms should be at least 6 weeks to 3 months postpartum. If you experienced a cesarean birth, please bring medical clearance from your physician to exercise. Join us immediately after for “Motherhood: The New Reality Show”.

Stroke Support Group
Registration Closed
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Support and education for patients, family members, and others.

Strategies for Healing: Creating New Holiday Traditions and Rituals
Registration Closed
1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Discover how creating new traditions/rituals can help you heal after a loss.


Stroke Survivor Support Group
1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
This support group aims to educate the stroke survivor and care giver about topics relating to stroke.

Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Basic Class
6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Participants in the MBSR Program learn to develop specific skills for paying attention and for deep relaxation, and to apply these in daily situations.

Women and Investing
Registration Closed
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
This unique seminar delves into the gender-specific issues women face in planning for retirement and investing.

Strategies for Healing: Creating New Holiday Traditions and Rituals
Registration Closed
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Discover how creating new traditions/rituals can help you heal after a loss.

Tuesday Nov. 13, 2007

Breast Cancer Support Group
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
A support group for women with breast cancer

Pre-operative Orthopaedic Surgery Class
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Duke Raleigh Hospital offers a Pre-Operative Orthopaedic Replacement Surgery Class for all patients and family members. The class covers what you can expect before, during and after surgery.

Staying Dry and Knowing Why: A Guide to Urinary Incontinence for All Ages
Registration Closed
6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
This educational discussion will address proper bladder function, common dysfunctions, tips for a healthy (and happy!) bladder, and bladder irritants.

Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Basic Class
6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Participants in the MBSR Program learn to develop specific skills for paying attention and for deep relaxation, and to apply these in daily situations.

Hepatitis C Support Group
Registration Closed
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Provides information and support for anyone affected by HCV; for patients who have just been diagnosed, to those who are considering treatment, being treated or have completed treatment. Family members are encouraged to come and learn about coping with this disease.

The Birth Place Tour
Registration Closed
7:00 p.m.
To help prepare for the delivery of your baby Durham Regional Hospital provides tours of The Birth Place.

Wednesday Nov. 14, 2007

Choosing Quality Childcare
Registration Closed
6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Explore options to help you find affordable, safe child care.

Lung Cancer Community Seminar
Registration Closed
6:30 p.m.
Learn the latest in the debate over lung cancer screening, as well as the most modern treatment options and clinical trials for lung cancer at a free community education event.

Thursday Nov. 15, 2007

Literature Reading Group
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
A group to read and explore the fields focused on empirical, methodological, conceptual, and theological research and scholarship

Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Basic Class
2:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Participants in the MBSR Program learn to develop specific skills for paying attention and for deep relaxation, and to apply these in daily situations.

When It Rains It Pours: Managing During Times of Extreme Stress
5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
A stress management workshop presented by the Duke Prospective Health Seminar Series.

Guided Tour of Labor and Delivery (Duke)
Registration Closed
6:00 p.m.
An overview of the Labor, Delivery and Post-partum services at Duke Birthing Center.

Pork: The Other White Meat
Registration Closed
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Learn to incorporate pork into your holiday feast with simple and nutritious recipes. Fee - $7

Breastfeeding Class
Registration Closed - Class FULL...see schedule for other dates.
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
A class focusing on the decision to breastfeed including information on: advantages and barriers to breastfeeding; how to establish breastfeeding routines; techniques to accomplish satisfactory breastfeeding; how to recognize and avoid potential challenges. Dad/Support Person encouraged to attend with Mom. Fee - $15

I’m Stressed and Need a Break!!!
Registration Closed
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Explore triggers to stress and how to alleviate them for a healthier YOU.

Friday Nov. 16, 2007

Weight Loss Surgery Seminar
3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Learn about weight loss surgery procedures and their results at this free seminar.

Saturday Nov. 17, 2007

Infant and Child Pediatric Life Support
Registration Closed
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Participants will receive an introduction to infant and child safety strategies along with being trained by the American Heart Friends and Family CPR standards for Infant and Child CPR. $35 for an individual/$50 for a couple.

Prepared Childbirth
Registration Closed - Class FULL....see schedule for other dates.
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
This 2 class series (November 17&18, 2007) will include information on: signs of labor, stages of labor, comfort measures, pain management options, role of the coach, breathing techniques, vaginal and cesarean births, coping with unexpected outcomes, and hospital routines. Expectant parents are encouraged to complete the series between 33-37 weeks of pregnancy. Register early by calling 919-416-DUKE (919-416-3853). Fee - $80.

The Infants' Developmental Dance
Registration Closed
1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Dads and moms are encouraged to bring the baby and learn how you can support your child's development through your physical movement and emotional relationship.

Monday Nov. 19, 2007

Getting in Shape After Baby
Registration Closed
10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Bring baby and practice movements to regain core stability and strength. This 6 week series of classes is targeted to new moms who are just beginning to exercise after pregnancy. Moms should be at least 6 weeks to 3 months postpartum. If you experienced a cesarean birth, please bring medical clearance from your physician to exercise. Join us immediately after for “Motherhood: The New Reality Show”.

Motherhood: The New Reality Show
Registration Closed
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Bring the baby, pack a lunch and join other new moms as we brainstorm tips on surviving motherhood, offer suggestions for transitioning back to work, and share resources for staying at home fulltime. Class targeted to moms who are 3-12 weeks post delivery, however, any new mother is welcome

Tuesday Nov. 20, 2007

Pre-operative Orthopaedic Surgery Class
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Duke Raleigh Hospital offers a Pre-Operative Orthopaedic Replacement Surgery Class for all patients and family members. The class covers what you can expect before, during and after surgery.

Ladies Night Out: Foot and Ankle Pain...is there any relief out there?
Registration Closed
7:00 p.m.
Join us to discuss foot and ankle pain at November's Ladies Night Out

The Birth Place Tour
Registration Closed
7:00 p.m.
To help prepare for the delivery of your baby Durham Regional Hospital provides tours of The Birth Place.

Thursday Nov. 22, 2007

Literature Reading Group
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
A group to read and explore the fields focused on empirical, methodological, conceptual, and theological research and scholarship

Guided Tour of Labor and Delivery (Duke)
Cancelled - Thanksgiving Holiday - No Tour
6:00 p.m.
An overview of the Labor, Delivery and Post-partum services at Duke Birthing Center.

Prostate Cancer Support Group
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
A support group for prostate cancer patients and their family members

Saturday Nov. 24, 2007

North Hills Fourth Annual Tree Lighting
4:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Duke Raleigh Hospital is the proud sponsor of the North Hills Fourth Annual Tree Lighting. Join Duke Raleigh Hospital for the festivities and stop by the Duke Raleigh booth for fun giveaways and the chance to win one of five $100 gift cards to North Hills.

Monday Nov. 26, 2007

Getting in Shape After Baby
Registration Closed
10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Bring baby and practice movements to regain core stability and strength. This 6 week series of classes is targeted to new moms who are just beginning to exercise after pregnancy. Moms should be at least 6 weeks to 3 months postpartum. If you experienced a cesarean birth, please bring medical clearance from your physician to exercise. Join us immediately after for “Motherhood: The New Reality Show”.

Baby Care Class
Registration Closed - Class FULL....see schedule for other dates.
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
A class touching on general information for expectant parents regarding the basics of baby care (feeding, bathing, diapering, etc.). A practical demonstration utilizing a baby model will be offered.

Tuesday Nov. 27, 2007

Pre-operative Orthopaedic Surgery Class
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Duke Raleigh Hospital offers a Pre-Operative Orthopaedic Replacement Surgery Class for all patients and family members. The class covers what you can expect before, during and after surgery.

Diabetes Support Group
Registration Closed
6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Join the Duke University Health System’s Diabetes Support Group for monthly topics followed with discussion to learn better management of diabetes.


The Birth Place Tour
Registration Closed
7:00 p.m.
To help prepare for the delivery of your baby Durham Regional Hospital provides tours of The Birth Place.

Wednesday Nov. 28, 2007

Pediatric Pointers from a Physician
Registration Closed
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Participants learn about tests and procedures that are routine for newborns including information regarding circumcision, how to choose a pediatrician, early childhood development, and injury prevention.

Thursday Nov. 29, 2007

Literature Reading Group
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
A group to read and explore the fields focused on empirical, methodological, conceptual, and theological research and scholarship

Guided Tour of Labor and Delivery (Duke)
Cancelled - See schedule for other available dates.
6:00 p.m.
An overview of the Labor, Delivery and Post-partum services at Duke Birthing Center.

Preparing for Cesarean Birth
Registration Closed
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Open to those moms and dads/support persons who are having a scheduled Cesarean birth. The class will cover information specific to this birth process and the recovery period. Fee - $20