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Sunday Feb. 5, 2006

Expectant Parent Tour
Registration Closed
3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Join us for a comprehensive, guided tour of the Labor & Delivery Center at Durham Regional Hospital. Ask questions, meet staff, and learn all about our services.

Monday Feb. 6, 2006

Breastfeeding
Registration Closed
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. Fee - $15

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

Tuesday Feb. 7, 2006

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.

Guided Tour of Labor and Delivery (at Duke)
Registration Closed
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
An overview of the Labor, Delivery and Post-partum services at Duke Birthing Center.

Keeping the Pressure Down
Registration Closed
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Learn to lower your blood pressure through simple lifestyle modifications.


Participating in Clinical Research Trials
Cancelled
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Learn what to expect from a clinical research trial, how subjects are protected, and how to decide if a trial is right for you.

Parenting the Anxious Child
Registration Closed
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Recognize child/adolescent anxiety and discover ways to help them within the family and school environment.

Wednesday Feb. 8, 2006

Choosing Quality Childcare
Registration Closed
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
This overview of child care options in Durham includes tips for finding affordable, safe child care.

Ancient Techniques for Modern Times
Registration Closed
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Discover the Chinese Art of Self-Healing. Learn simple techniques and methods to improve your health.

Thursday Feb. 9, 2006

Pain Relief and Other Helpful Hints
Registration Closed
7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Discussions with an anesthesiologist and nurses from the Duke Birthing Center cover the pain management options available during delivery at Duke University Hospital; where you will go; what to bring to the hospital and what to expect when you are admitted to the birthing center.

Metabolic Syndrome: Insulin Resistance
Registration Closed
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Learn the clinical characteristics, epidemiology, and response to diet and exercise.

Friday Feb. 10, 2006

Prostate Cancer Clinic
8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Newly diagnosed prostate cancer patients will receive a one-hour consultation and evaluation by three different physicians that specialize in urologic, medical, and radiation oncology.

Quit Smart
Registration Closed
6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
A series of 3 classes (April 13, April 26 and May 1) that provide skills and coping techniques to help you quit smoking.

Saturday Feb. 11, 2006

Real Hearts. . .Real Women
Registration Closed
9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Women heart disease survivors will be available to share with you their testimonies of survival. Free cholesterol screenings and physician consultations for the first 50 people that arrive.

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.