Feb 10, 2012
Start: 11 am
End: 1 pm
Location: BestHealth
If you’re a woman undergoing cancer treatment, learn ways to enhance your appearance and feel better about yourself. Receive a free make-up kit valued at more than $150 for participating. Sponsored by the American Cancer Society.
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Feb 11, 2012
Start: 12 pm
End: 1:30 pm
Location: BestHealth
A salad can make a heart-healthy, low-calorie meal. Join Chef Thomas Lantz to learn how to keep salads interesting by changing up the ingredients. Samples provided.
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Feb 13, 2012
Start: 10 am
End: 12 pm
Cancer Transitions Program
Location: BestHealth
This free, six-week workshop is designed to help cancer survivors make the transition from active treatment to post- treatment care. Get answers to your questions about cancer survvorship and post-cancer treatment from the physicians, nutritionists and fitness experts of Wake Forest Baptist Health. Brought to you by the Comprehensive Cancer Center of Wake Forest Baptist Health. A light supper will be provided during each session. Held at BestHealth in Hanes Mall. Space is limited. To register call Teika Holloway at 336-713-6985.
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Feb 13, 2012
Start: 6 pm
End: 7 pm
Location: BestHealth
Join Wake Forest Baptist Health cardiologist Dr. Tim Smith as he discusses how to treat and prevent coronary artery disease by committing to a healthy lifestyle.
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Feb 14, 2012
Start: 10 am
End: 5 pm
Location: BestHealth
Do you have a family history of heart disease or does your heart skip a beat? If so, have your heart rhythm checked with a 12-lead EKG and review the results with a Forsyth County EMS paramedic FREE. Appointment required. Sponsored by Forsyth County EMS and Heart Center of Wake Forest Baptist Health.
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Feb 14, 2012
Start: 11 am
End: 2 pm
FREE CPR Demonstrations
Location: BestHealth
Drop by BestHealth to see a free demonstration of CPR for adults, children and infants as presented by certified CPR instructor and registered nurse Kathy Nelson. Cannot be taken for professional certification. No registration required
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Feb 15, 2012
Start: 11 am
End: 12 pm
Location: BestHealth
Join local attorney Mike wells in an informal discussion about elder law and how to preserve your assets in the face of rising nursing home costs.
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Feb 15, 2012
Start: 4 pm
End: 5 pm
Location: CompRehab
Free basic hearing screening sponsored by Wake Forest Baptist Health Hearing and Speech. Held at CompRehab Plaza, 131 Miller St. Appointment required. For BestHealth Member only. Space is limited. Call 336-713-2378 for an appointment.
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Feb 15, 2012
Start: 6 pm
End: 8 pm
Thrower's Clinic
Location: CompRehab Plaza, Winston-Salem
Pre-registration is required by calling 716-8113.
Discussion of proper throwing mechanics and common training mistakes for improved throwing performance.
Athletes will also receive instruction and practice for rotator cuff exercises and total body conditioning and strengthening that can help reduce the risk of injury.
Any overhead throwing athlete can benefit from this training: baseball, softball, football, etc.
Athletes will be divided into 9 to 13 year olds and 14 years old and up (siblings/friends may stay together if desired).
The cost is $15 per athlete. Parents and coaches are encouraged to attend and participate at no additional charge.
Each athlete will receive a FREE T-Shirt (adult M, L, XL), FREE exercise bands along with written and illustrated examples of all exercises.
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Feb 15, 2012
Start: 6 pm
End: 7 pm
Location: BestHealth
Wake Forest Baptist Health pediatric specialty resident Mary Winter, PharmD, explains how childhood vaccines work and why they are important. Join her to ask question and discuss common misconceptions about childhood immunizations.
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Feb 16, 2012
Start: 1 pm
End: 2 pm
Location: BestHealth
Learn how advance directives such as a living will and health care power of attorney can ensure that your wishes will be met, and have your documents notarized free of charge.
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Feb 16, 2012
Start: 5:30 pm
End: 6:30 pm
Location: BestHealth
Join certified Zumba instructor Courtney Jackson for a demonstration of a high-intensity, high-energy fitness class like no other. Dress comfortably and wear supportive athletic shoes to participate.
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Feb 17, 2012
Start: 12 pm
End: 1 pm
Location: BestHealth
As many as one in five adults may have signs and symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS. So how do you know when to seek medical care? Join Wake Forest Baptist Health gastroenterologist Dr. Nyree Thorne to learn more.
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Feb 18, 2012
Start: 12 pm
End: 1:30 pm
Location: BestHealth
Join Chef Thomas Lantz as he prepares delicious, easy and heart-healthy recipes for the whole family using only a crock pot. For BestHealth members only.
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Feb 20, 2012
Start: 10 am
End: 12 pm
Cancer Transitions Program
Location: BestHealth
This free, six-week workshop is designed to help cancer survivors make the transition from active treatment to post- treatment care. Get answers to your questions about cancer survvorship and post-cancer treatment from the physicians, nutritionists and fitness experts of Wake Forest Baptist Health. Brought to you by the Comprehensive Cancer Center of Wake Forest Baptist Health. A light supper will be provided during each session. Held at BestHealth in Hanes Mall. Space is limited. To register call Teika Holloway at 336-713-6985.
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Feb 20, 2012
Start: 1 pm
End: 2 pm
Location: BestHealth
Join other patients and their families to increase learning and strengthen the network of resources across Forsyth County. Sponsored by Wake Forest Baptist Health neuroscience services.
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Feb 20, 2012
Start: 6 pm
End: 7 pm
Location: BestHealth
If you have psoriasis, want to meet others who do, and wish to learn more, please join us. Affiliated with the National Psoriasis Foundation and Wake Forest Baptist Health Dermatology.
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Feb 21, 2012
Start: 11 am
End: 2 pm
FREE CPR Demonstrations
Location: BestHealth
Drop by BestHealth to see a free demonstration of CPR for adults, children and infants as presented by certified CPR instructor and registered nurse Kathy Nelson. Cannot be taken for professional certification. No registration required
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Feb 21, 2012
Start: 11 am
End: 2 pm
Location: BestHealth
FREE heart health screening, including HDL (good cholesterol) and glucose. Complete a FREE risk appraisal, appointment is required.
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Feb 21, 2012
Start: 6 pm
End: 7:30 pm
Location: The Hawthorne Inn & Conference Center
Join Wake Forest Baptist Health surgeons Dr. “Fuzz” Fernandez and Dr. Stephen McNatt to learn about the process for weight-loss surgery including evaluation, risk and benefits, nutritional needs, exercise commitments and follow-up. Pre-registration required. Held at The Hawthorne Inn’s Poplar Room, 420 High St., Winston-Salem.
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Feb 22, 2012
Start: 9 am
End: 10:30 am
Location: Live Well Center at WFBH-LMC 250 Hospital Drive, Lexington
f you are at risk for developing heart disease or already have it, join cardiologist Dr. Katie Twomley of Wake Forest Baptist health-Lexington Medical Center for Coffee and an informal Q&A session on heart disease. Held in the Live Well Center at Wake Forest Baptist Health – Lexington Medical Center, 250 Hospital Drive, Lexington. Space is limited. Registration is required by calling 336-238-4589.
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Feb 22, 2012
Start: 1 pm
End: 2 pm
Location: BestHealth
Want to tone and strengthen your muscles? Join BestHealth group fitness instructor Courtney Jackson in this exercise program for adults of all fitness levels. Dress comfortably and wear supportive athletic shoes. For BestHealth members only.
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Feb 22, 2012
Start: 3 pm
End: 4 pm
Location: BestHealth
Support group for stroke survivors and their caregivers. Led by Wake Forest Baptist Health stroke program manager and registered nurse Rayetta Johnson.
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Feb 23, 2012
Start: 2 pm
End: 5 pm
Location: BestHealth
Body mass index (BMI) and waist circumference measurements are important tools used to assess overall health risk. Come to BestHealth for free calculations and health information. Appointment required.
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Feb 24, 2012
Start: 12 pm
End: 1 pm
Location: BestHealth
Do you enjoy grilling? Join Chef Barry Moody as he prepares heart-healthy meals from the grill. Samples provided.
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Feb 27, 2012
Start: 1 pm
End: 2 pm
Location: BestHealth
Cosponsored with Hospice & Palliative CareCenter. Meet monthly.
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Feb 27, 2012
Start: 2:30 pm
End: 3:30 pm
Location: BestHealth
Monthly support group cosponsored with Hospices & Palliative CareCenter.
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Feb 27, 2012
Start: 5 pm
End: 6 pm
Location: BestHealth
Join BestHealth group fitness instructor Courtney Jackson for a fun aerobic workout featuring popular line dances. Dress comfortably and wear supportive shoes to participate.
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Feb 28, 2012
Start: 11 am
End: 2 pm
FREE CPR Demonstrations
Location: BestHealth
Drop by BestHealth to see a free demonstration of CPR for adults, children and infants as presented by certified CPR instructor and registered nurse Kathy Nelson. Cannot be taken for professional certification. No registration required
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Feb 28, 2012
Start: 12 pm
End: 8 pm
Location: BestHealth
Do you have a family history of heart disease or does your heart skip a beat? If so, have your heart rhythm checked with a 12-lead EKG and review the results with a Forsyth County EMS paramedic FREE. Appointment required. Sponsored by Forsyth County EMS and Heart Center of Wake Forest Baptist Health.
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Feb 29, 2012
Start: 7 pm
End: 8 pm
Location: BestHealth
Everyone interested in learning more about prostate cancer screening and treatment is invited to join Dr. K.C. Balaji, Wake Forest Baptist Health urologist and prostate cancer expert, for an informal discussion and Q&A session. Come learn the latest in prostate cancer news.
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