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Sunday May 3, 2009

National Cancer Survivor's Day Celebration
Registration Closed
11:30 a.m.
Join us for our National Cancer Survivor's Day Celebration on the Duke University campus.

Monday May 4, 2009

Leukemia, Lymphoma, Multiple Meyloma Support Group
11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
A support group for those with leukemia, lymphoma, or multiple myeloma.

Motherhood: The New Reality Show
Registration Closed
12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
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 full time.

Low-Carb/Low-Glycemic Diet Support Group
Registration Closed
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Support group for those who are currently using a low-glycemic or low-carbohydrate approach to diet (along with exercise and stress management) to stabilize blood sugar, improve cardiovascular health, and lose weight. While participants/professionals share information on managing this diet approach, this is a peer-to-peer support group format.

Tuesday May 5, 2009

Chemotherapy Orientation Class
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Learn about chemotherapy and taking care of yourself during your cancer treatment.

North Courtyard Performances
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Every Tuesday in May, plan to spend your lunches in Duke University Hospital's North Courtyard to enjoy special music, song, and dance presentations brought to you by the Health Arts Network at Duke (HAND).

Getting in Shape After Baby
Cancelled - See schedule for other dates.
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.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 but not greater than 3 months postpartum when beginning class. If you experienced a cesarean birth, please bring medical clearance from your physician to exercise.

Gastrointestinal and Pancreatic Cancer Support Group
2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
A weekly support group for those with gastrointestinal and pancreatic cancers.

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Young Women
Registration Closed
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Learn more about this common hormonal disorder including symptoms, diagnosis, associated problems and current therapies.

Tour The Birth Place at Durham Regional Hospital
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 May 7, 2009

Chemotherapy Orientation Class
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Learn about chemotherapy and taking care of yourself during your cancer treatment.

Lung Cancer Support Group
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
A support group for those with lung cancer.

Urinary Incontinence: Non-Surgical Approaches
Registration Closed
2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Exercise and behavioral management approaches to decreasing urinary incontinence.


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

LASIK Seminar -- Raleigh
Registration Closed
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Duke Center for Vision Correction is offering free seminars to anyone interested in vision correction surgery.

Little Talking Hands: Sign Language and Your Baby
Registration Closed
6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Learn how using ASL (American Sign Language) with your baby can help reduce frustration and tantrums, build language skills and enter your baby's world. Participants will develop skills in a few basic signs.

Pregnancy and Postpartum Support Group
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
The Duke Pregnancy and Postpartum Support group is available for anyone who is distressed during pregnancy or the first postpartum year.

Friday May 8, 2009

Osler Literary Roundtable
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Listen to writers read from their latest work, participate in literary discussions, or read your work to kindred spirits.

Saturday May 9, 2009

Midtown Farmers' Market
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
The Farmers' Market presented by Duke Raleigh Hospital returns to North Hills. The Market boasts a wide variety of fresh fruit, vegetables, cheeses, and more.

Baby Care
Registration Closed
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.