Events for the week of Aug. 9, 2009
Monday Aug. 10, 2009
Look Good, Feel Better
12:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
The Look Good … Feel Better program is designed to educate women receiving cancer treatment to assist in coping with changes in their physical appearance that may result from their illness or treatment.
12:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
The Look Good … Feel Better program is designed to educate women receiving cancer treatment to assist in coping with changes in their physical appearance that may result from their illness or treatment.
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.
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.
Stroke Support Group
Registration Closed
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.
Registration Closed
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.
Who Am I Now? Recreating the Future
Registration Closed
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Through the grief process individuals are confronted with myriad changes including one's own identity. As we confront the various changes in life as a result of a significant death, we find that we are changing. Through this conversation you may begin the process of recognizing how your perception of yourself and your future has and will change.
Registration Closed
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Through the grief process individuals are confronted with myriad changes including one's own identity. As we confront the various changes in life as a result of a significant death, we find that we are changing. Through this conversation you may begin the process of recognizing how your perception of yourself and your future has and will change.
Who Am I Now? Recreating the Future
(Part of the series Dialogues on Grief)
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Participate in a discussion about finding your identity and recreating your future after the loss of a loved one.
(Part of the series Dialogues on Grief)
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Participate in a discussion about finding your identity and recreating your future after the loss of a loved one.
Tuesday Aug. 11, 2009
Chemotherapy Orientation Class
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Learn about chemotherapy and taking care of yourself during your cancer treatment.
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Learn about chemotherapy and taking care of yourself during your cancer treatment.
Getting in Shape After Baby
Registration Closed - 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.
Registration Closed - 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.
2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
A weekly support group for those with gastrointestinal and pancreatic cancers.
Triangle Amputee Support Group (TAS)
6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Join the Triangle Amputee Support Group to find support and encouragement from people dealing with similar challenges.
6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Join the Triangle Amputee Support Group to find support and encouragement from people dealing with similar challenges.
Breast Cancer Support Group
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Duke Raleigh Cancer Center is offering a breast cancer support group designed for any breast cancer patient. The group provides a place where patients can meet others going through similar experiences and can gain support and friendship. This is an informal group that meets the 2nd Tuesday night each month from 6:30 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Duke Raleigh Cancer Center is offering a breast cancer support group designed for any breast cancer patient. The group provides a place where patients can meet others going through similar experiences and can gain support and friendship. This is an informal group that meets the 2nd Tuesday night each month from 6:30 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.
Keeping Your Heart Healthy
Registration Closed
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Join Mark Winchester, MD, as he discusses how to enhance personal awareness of risk factors and symptoms of common heart problems.
Registration Closed
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Join Mark Winchester, MD, as he discusses how to enhance personal awareness of risk factors and symptoms of common heart problems.
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.
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 Aug. 12, 2009
Breastfeeding
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
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
Choosing Quality Childcare
Registration Closed
6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Explore options to help you find affordable, safe child care.
Registration Closed
6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Explore options to help you find affordable, safe child care.
Thursday Aug. 13, 2009
Chemotherapy Orientation Class
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Learn about chemotherapy and taking care of yourself during your cancer treatment.
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Learn about chemotherapy and taking care of yourself during your cancer treatment.
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.
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.
Epidural Pain Relief and Other Options
Registration Closed
7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
To assist mothers to make informed decisions about pain relief during labor, this class provides detailed information about epidural analgesia along with a brief description of other pain relief options. Geared for patients birthing at Duke and Durham Regional hospital, dads and partners/support persons are encouraged to attend the discussion about these options. Class is facilitated by an anesthesiologist and nurse who provide care in the Duke Birthing Center. Note- those wanting indepth knowledge about the labor process and all pain relief options are encouraged to register for a Prepared Childbirth class.
Registration Closed
7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
To assist mothers to make informed decisions about pain relief during labor, this class provides detailed information about epidural analgesia along with a brief description of other pain relief options. Geared for patients birthing at Duke and Durham Regional hospital, dads and partners/support persons are encouraged to attend the discussion about these options. Class is facilitated by an anesthesiologist and nurse who provide care in the Duke Birthing Center. Note- those wanting indepth knowledge about the labor process and all pain relief options are encouraged to register for a Prepared Childbirth class.
Saturday Aug. 15, 2009
Boot Camp to Beat Cancer and Family Fun Walk
7:15 a.m.
Bring your friends and family to workout, run, or walk and raise money for a good cause cancer research at Duke.
7:15 a.m.
Bring your friends and family to workout, run, or walk and raise money for a good cause cancer research at Duke.
Duke Sports Medicine Saturday Injury Clinic
8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
The specialists of Duke Sports Medicine will be on hand to check your aches and pains, and help you get back to your game.
8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
The specialists of Duke Sports Medicine will be on hand to check your aches and pains, and help you get back to your game.
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.
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.
Infant and Child Pediatric Life Support
Registration Closed
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 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.
Registration Closed
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 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.
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