BestHealth℠ of Wake Forest Baptist Releases January Events
All classes are held at BestHealth in Hanes Mall unless otherwise noted.
To register, call 713-BEST (2378).
Inclement Weather Policy: When Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools are closed due to weather, BestHealth events are cancelled.
For more information visit:Wakehealth.edu/BestHealth/.
Wednesday, Jan. 4
FULL:Are You Sleep Deprived?
4 p.m. Sleep disorders – from insomnia to narcolepsy – affect millions of Americans. Join Vaughn McCall, M.D., of Wake Forest Baptist to learn more about the causes and treatments.
Thursday, Jan. 5
Getting Ready to Exercise after Knee Surgery
4 p.m. Join Wake Forest Baptist Orthopaedic Surgeon Walton Curl, M.D., to learn ways to regain strength and range of motion after arthroscopic knee surgery so you can get back to your favorite activities.
Friday, Jan. 6
FULL:Current Treatment for Spinal Stenosis
11 a.m. Spinal stenosis is a narrowing of the spinal canal most often seen in patients age 50 and older. Join Wake Forest Baptist Orthopaedic Surgeon John Birkedal, M.D., to learn the causes, symptoms, diagnosis and latest treatments.
Latin Heat Aerobics
3 p.m. Elevate your heart rate and burn calories in this high-energy, full-body cardio workout. Join BestHealth certified group Fitness Instructor Courtney Jackson and dance to a mix of Latin rhythms. Dress comfortably and wear supportive athletic shoes.
Saturday, Jan. 7
FULL: Glaucoma Screening
11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wake Forest Baptist Ophthalmologist Brent Bond, M.D., provides a free glaucoma screening and offers information about proper eye care. Appointment required.
Monday, Jan. 9
The Chronic Disease Epidemic: Causes and Solutions
6 p.m. Pete Brubaker, M.D., of Wake Forest University Health and Exercise Science discusses common health risk factors, the impact they have on health and simple ways to combat this global problem.
Tuesday, Jan. 10
Body Contouring: Revealing a New You
6 p.m. Are you exercising regularly and maintaining an ideal weight yet unable to see results? Join Wake Forest Baptist Plastic Surgeon Lisa David, M.D., as she provides information on procedures that help those “hard to reach” areas.
Wednesday, Jan. 11
Heart Attack and Stroke
1 p.m. Learn more about the signs, symptoms, prevention and treatment of heart attack and stroke and what to do if you suspect one, from Caity Bowers, Wake Forest Baptist critical care pharmacist.
Friday, Jan. 13
FULL: Peripheral Neuropathy: A Combination of Conditions
2 p.m. Join Wake Forest Baptist neurologist Nikhil Balakrishnan, M.D., to learn more about peripheral neuropathy, a multi-symptom condition that damages the peripheral nerves which carry signals between the brain, muscles and skin.
Saturday, Jan. 14
Radon Awareness Seminar
12:30 p.m. Join Mike Lunsford from the N.C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources and Dusty Donaldson from the Dusty Joy Foundation to learn more about the national effort to take action against radon.
Tuesday, Jan. 17
The Art of Conversation through Serious Illness
6 p.m. Join Richard P. McQuellon, Ph.D., with the Wake Forest Baptist Comprehensive Cancer Center to learn how to be an encouraging caregiver and friend under the most difficult of circumstances, when the serious illness has arrived and possibility of death is all too real.
Wednesday, Jan. 18
Estate Planning Basics
11 a.m. Hear from local attorney Mike Wells about estate planning in terms you can understand. Learn simple strategies to make the paperwork manageable and meaningful.
FULL:Improving Balance
4 p.m. Join Wake Forest Baptist Physical Therapist Pilar Condes to learn how physical therapy and strengthening exercises can help improve your balance.
Thursday, Jan. 19
Advance Directives
1 p.m. Learn how advance directives such as a living will and health care power of attorney can ensure that your wishes will be met. Have these documents notarized free of charge.
Friday, Jan. 20
FREE Heart Health Screening and Health Risk Appraisal
11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Join us for a free heart health screening, including HDL (good cholesterol) and glucose. Complete a free health risk appraisal, with results mailed to your home. Space is limited and an appointment is required by calling 336-713-2378.
Saturday, Jan. 21
FULL:Soups and Stews
Noon to 1:30 p.m. When it's cold outside, warm up with a delicious soup or stew. Join Chef Betty Morton for some healthy recipes that will keep you warm this winter. Samples and recipes provided.
Monday, Jan. 23
Lung Cancer: The Leading Cause of Cancer Death
5 p.m. Join Antonius Miller, M.D., of the Wake Forest Baptist Comprehensive Cancer Center to learn about the symptoms, diagnosis and latest treatment for lung cancer.
Tuesday, Jan. 24
Lessons for Caregivers
6 p.m. Join Richard P. McQuellon, Ph.D., from the Wake Forest Baptist Comprehensive Cancer Center to hear about role conflict that usually accompanies caregiving and words that comfort and heal. Learn how one patient reacted to words used by her professional caregiver and discuss words that do and don’t heal. McQuellon is co-author of the book “The Art of Conversation through Serious Illness: Lessons for Caregivers.”
Wednesday, Jan. 25
CANCELLED: Prostate Cancer Forum
7 p.m. Join Wake Forest Baptist Urologist K.C. Balaji, M.D., for an informal discussion and Q&A session about the latest developments in prostate cancer treatment.
Thursday, Jan. 26
Great Meals on a Budget
Noon to 1:30 p.m. When money is tight, delicious dinners can still be within your budget. Join Chef Thomas Lantz to learn how. Samples provided.
FULL: Sciatica: Lumbar Radiculopathy
6 p.m. Sciatica, also known as radiculopathy, is a common form of pain caused by compression of a spinal nerve in the lower back. Join Wake Forest Baptist Orthopaedic Surgeon Ishaq Syed, M.D., to learn more about the causes, diagnosis and treatments.
Friday, Jan. 27
Blood Drive
10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Start your new year by making the commitment to save lives with blood donation. Just one pint can save three lives. Bring a photo ID and list of medications you are taking. Eat iron rich foods and hydrate one week prior to donating. Appointment required.
Saturday, Jan. 28
FULL:Self-Defense
1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. Join Coach Michael Joyce to learn the core principles of self-defense and two exercises that will enable you to better handle a violent encounter. Recommended for females age 16 and older.
Monday, Jan. 30
FULL:Yoga for the Heart
3 p.m. Yoga has many health benefits and can be a great form of exercise. Join Valerie Kiser from Sunrise Yoga Studio for a demonstration of yoga poses that can improve core strength, flexibility and posture.
Tuesday, Jan. 31
Let’s Talk about Healthcare Reform
2 p.m. There has been a lot of buzz about what healthcare reform means for American citizens. Join Mary Ellen Key of MedCost as she discusses ways to understand health care reform and its impact on you.
Freedom From Smoking®: A Tobacco Cessation Program
6:15 p.m. Are you ready to quit smoking for good? Join us for this six-week course held at BestHealth on Tuesdays from 6:15 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. Taught by a certified smoking cessation facilitator from Wake Forest Baptist. The cost is $50 per person. Payment is due by Tuesday, January 17.
Support Groups
BestHealth helps you connect with support group resources in our community. The following groups meet at BestHealth in Hanes Mall. For specific dates, times and other information, or to register, call 336-713-2378 or visit WakeHealth.edu/Besthealth.
Bariatric Surgery Patients Support Group
Sponsored by Wake Forest Baptist Bariatric Surgery
Cancer Transitions Program
Sponsored by the Comprehensive Cancer Center of Wake Forest Baptist.
Caregiver Support Group
Co-sponsored with Hospice and Palliative CareCenter.
Coping with the Death of a Spouse
Co-sponsored with Hospice and Palliative CareCenter.
Diabetes Support Group
Held in the Education Center at Wake Forest Baptist – Lexington Medical Center.
Movement Disorders Caregiver Support Group
Sponsored by Wake Forest Baptist Neurosciences.
NAF Ataxia Support Group
Sponsored by the National Ataxia Foundation.
Parkinson’s Disease Support Group
Sponsored by Wake Forest Baptist Neurosciences.
Piedmont Triad Psoriasis Support Group
Affiliated with the National Psoriasis Foundation and Wake Forest Baptist Dermatology.
Stroke Support Group
Sponsored by Wake Forest Baptist Stroke Services.
Teen Speak Out
Sponsored by the Mental Health Association in Forsyth County.
January Events at Other Locations
Tuesday, Jan. 10 and Wednesday, Jan. 25
Weight-Loss Surgery Information Session
6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Join Wake Forest Baptist Surgeons “Fuzz” Fernandez, M.D. and Stephen McNatt, M.D., to learn about the process for weight-loss surgery including evaluation, risks and benefits, nutritional needs, exercise commitments and follow-up. Held at The Hawthorne Inn, 420 High St., Winston-Salem. Call 713-2378 to register.
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