BestHealth℠ of Wake Forest Baptist Releases September Events

Program:BestHealth programs are for adult audiences; children are welcome when noted in class description.

Visit www.wakehealth.edu/besthealth/ for class listings and to register online.



Saturday, September 1

Cholesterol and Fats vs. Fiber
11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Held at Walmart, 160 Lowes Blvd., Lexington
Join Wake Forest Baptist Health – Lexington Medical Center to learn about good and bad cholesterol and what this means for you. Learn about fats versus fibers and how simple changes in your diet can improve your health. The event and educational materials are free to Walmart visitors and shoppers. Pre-registration not required. For more information, call 336-238-4589.

Wednesday, September 5

CANCELLED: Acid Reflux and Other Digestive Disorders
1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Held at Davie Community College, Administration Building, Room 110, 1205 Salisbury Rd., Mocksville
Join Wake Forest Baptist Health gastroenterologist Michael Fina, M.D., to learn more about the symptoms of acid reflux disease and lifestyle changes or medications that can help reduce symptoms. Pre-registration required; call 336-716- 9253.

Hearing Screening
4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Held at CompRehab Plaza, 131 Miller Street, Winston-Salem
This is a free, basic hearing test for individuals who have not been diagnosed with hearing loss and are not currently using a hearing aid. Sponsored by Wake Forest Baptist Health Hearing and Speech. Space is limited. Appointment required; call 336-716-9253.

Weight-loss Surgery Information Session
6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Held at Wake Forest Baptist Health Medical Plaza – Country Club, Diabetes Classroom, 4610 Country Club Rd., Winston-Salem
Join Wake Forest Baptist Health 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 commitment and follow-up. Pre-registration required; call 336-716-9253.


Friday, September 7

CANCELLED: Line Dancing
5 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Held at Wake Forest Baptist Health Medical Plaza – Country Club, Diabetes Classroom, 4610 Country Club Rd., Winston-Salem
Dancing is a great way to get in shape. Join BestHealth group fitness instructor Courtney Jackson for a fun, aerobic workout featuring popular line dances. Pre-registration required; call 336-716-9253.

Wednesday, September 12

Yoga
1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Held at Sunrise Yoga Studio, 6000 Meadowbrook Mall Court, Clemmons
Join Valerie Kiser of Sunrise Yoga Studio for a demonstration of yoga poses that can improve core strength, flexibility and posture. Pre-registration required; call 336-716-9253.

Weight-loss Surgery Information Session
6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Held at Wake Forest Baptist Health Medical Plaza – Country Club, Diabetes Classroom, 4610 Country Club Rd., Winston-Salem
Join Wake Forest Baptist Health 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 commitment and follow-up. Pre-registration required; call 336-716-9253.

Thursday, September 13

Bone Density Screening
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Held at the Wake Forest Baptist Health Outpatient Imaging Center, 265 Executive Park Blvd. Winston-Salem
If you have a family history of osteoporosis, join the staff from the Wake Forest Baptist Health Outpatient Imaging Center for a free bone density heel scan to help assess bone strength and further evaluate your risk for osteoporosis. Appointment required; call 336-716-9253.

Cholesterol and Fats vs. Fiber
4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Held at Walmart, 160 Lowes Blvd., Lexington
Join Wake Forest Baptist Health – Lexington Medical Center to learn about good and bad cholesterol and what this means for you. Learn about fats versus fibers and how simple changes in your diet can improve your health. The event and educational materials are free to Walmart visitors and shoppers. Pre-registration not required. For more information, call 336-238-4589.

Monday, September 17

Balance Screening
11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Held at CompRehab Plaza, Conference Room 2, 131 Miller Street, Winston-Salem
Have your balance checked in this free screening by Wake Forest Baptist Health physical therapists, and get tips for making improvements. Pre-registration required; call 336-716-9253.

Common Foot and Ankle Problems
5:30 to 6:30 pm
Held at Wake Forest Baptist Health Medical Plaza – Country Club, Diabetes Classroom, 4610 Country Club Rd., Winston-Salem
Join Wake Forest Baptist Health orthopaedic surgeon Robert Teasdall, M.D., to learn more about common foot and ankle problems. Pre-registration required; call 336-716-9253.

Tuesday, September 18

Weight-loss Surgery Information Session
6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Held at Wake Forest Baptist Health Medical Plaza – Country Club, Diabetes Classroom, 4610 Country Club Rd., Winston-Salem
Join Wake Forest Baptist Health 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 commitment and follow-up. Pre-registration required; call 336-716-9253.

Wednesday, September 19
Foot Screening
10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Held at Fleet Feet Sports, 50 Miller Street, Winston-Salem
Receive a free, five- to ten-minute foot assessment by Wake Forest Baptist Health podiatrist Christina Sigur, DPM. Pre-registration required; call 336-716-9253.

Hearing Screening
4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Held at CompRehab Plaza, 131 Miller Street, Winston-Salem
This is a free, basic hearing test for individuals who have not been diagnosed with hearing loss and are not currently using a hearing aid. Sponsored by Wake Forest Baptist Health Hearing and Speech. Space is limited. Appointment required; call 336-716-9253.

Saturday, September 22

Calcium-rich Recipes
Noon to 1:30 p.m.
Held at Wake Forest Baptist Health Medical Plaza – Country Club, Diabetes Classroom, 4610 Country Club Rd., Winston-Salem
Join Chef Betty Morton as she prepares calcium-rich recipes. Samples provided. Pre-registration required; call 336-716-9253.

Tuesday, September 25

Geriatric Research and You
11 a.m. to Noon
Held at Wake Forest Baptist Health Medical Plaza – Country Club, Diabetes Classroom, 4610 Country Club Rd., Winston-Salem
Senior adults are the fastest growing segment of our population. Join health educator Debbie Barr and exercise specialist Elizabeth Chmelo of Wake Forest Baptist for an overview of research being done on the health of geriatric (older) adults and the aging-related exercise studies taking place at Wake Forest Baptist. Pre-registration required; call 336-716-9253.

Wednesday, September 26

Advance Directives
4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Held at Wake Forest Baptist Health Medical Plaza – Country Club, Diabetes Classroom, 4610 Country Club Rd., Winston-Salem
Learn how advance directives, such as a living will and health care power of attorney, can ensure your wishes will be met. Have the documents notarized free of charge. Pre-registration required; call 336-716-9253.

Tuesday, September 25

Lunch & Learn: The ABC’s of Arthritis
Noon to 1 p.m.
Held at the J. Smith Young YMCA, 119 West 3rd Avenue, Lexington.
Are you experiencing joint pain that you think might be arthritis? Have you been diagnosed with osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis or other form of arthritis? Join Gordon Kammire, M.D., of Lexington Orthopedic Clinic as he discusses the different types of arthritis, its causes, and treatments that help people remain physically active. Cost is $7 per person, lunch included, payable to the YMCA. The event is part of the Healthier Lexington Initiative sponsored by Wake Forest Baptist Health – Lexington Medical Center, in cooperation with the Lexington Area Chamber of Commerce and the J. Smith Young YMCA. Pre-registration required; call 336-238-4589 or email mmdade@wakehealth.edu to register.

Thursday, September 27

Are You Concerned about Your Blood Pressure?
Noon to 1 p.m.
Held at Wake Forest Baptist Health Medical Plaza – Country Club, Diabetes Classroom, 4610 Country Club Rd., Winston-Salem
Join Wake Forest Baptist Health geriatrician Julie Williams, M.D., to learn about the causes of and treatments for high blood pressure. Dr. Williams is the principle investigator for a blood pressure research study called SPRINT (Systolic Blood Pressure Intervention Trial). Pre-registration required; call 336-716-9253.

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