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December 12, 2007

Health Calendar: 12/12/2007

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BLOOD DRIVES
MICHIGAN COMMUNITY BLOOD CENTER

Empire, 4-7 p.m. Dec. 18, 11411 LaCore Ave.

Frankfort, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Dec. 17, Frankfort High School, 534 Eleventh St., bus.

Kalkaska, 2-6 p.m. Dec. 13, Kalkaska Community Donor Center, Hyde Street.

Kingsley, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Dec. 12, Pugsley Correctional Facility, 7401 E. Walton Road.

Manistee, 12:30-4:30 p.m. Dec. 13, West Shore Outreach Laboratory, 332 First St.

Traverse City, noon-6 p.m. Dec. 12, Northwestern Michigan College, Health & Science Bldg., 1701 E. Front St.; 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Dec. 13, Traverse City High School, 3962 Three Mile Road N.; noon-3 p.m. Dec. 14, 1245 E. Hammond Road; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Dec. 14, Munson Medical Center, 1105 Sixth St., Conference Room 11 & 12.

The Blood Center, 2575 Aero Park Drive, TC; 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday; 9 a.m. to noon first Saturday of each month.

AMERICAN RED CROSS NORTHERN MICHIGAN

Alpena, 10 a.m.-3:45 p.m. Dec. 20, Alpena Regional Medical Center, 1501 Chisholm; 9 a.m.-1:45 p.m. Dec. 31, St. Mary's Education Center, 500 N. Second Ave.

Bellaire, noon-5:45 p.m. Dec. 13, St. Luke's Catholic Church, 3038 S. M-88.

Boyne City, noon-5:45 p.m. Dec. 28, Community of Christ Church, 777 Vogel.

Charlevoix, 10 a.m.-3:45 p.m. Dec. 20, Charlevoix Area Hospital, 14700 Lakeshore Dr.

Cheboygan, noon-5:45 p.m. Dec. 18, National Guard Armory, 610 Cuyler; noon-5:45 p.m. Dec. 27, St. John Lutheran Church, 8757 N. Straits Hwy.

Gaylord, noon-5:45 p.m. Dec. 21, Evangelical Free Church, 1649 M-32 East; 10 a.m.-3:45 p.m. Dec. 26, First United Methodist Church, 215 S. Center.

Petoskey, 10 a.m.-3:45 p.m. Dec. 13, 9:30 a.m.-3:15 p.m. Dec. 24, American Red Cross, 2350 Mitchell Park Drive.

Wolverine, noon-5:45 p.m. Dec. 17, Wolverine Community Center, 5716 E. Main.

FREE CLINICS/SCREENINGS

AuSable Free Clinic, 1250 E. Michigan Ave., Building D, Grayling, (989) 348-3311.

Cadillac Community Clinic, 5-7:30 p.m. each Wednesday, 521 Cobbs St.; free health clinic providing limited diagnostic and treatment services to those who have no health insurance and are unable to pay for health care. The clinic also assists individuals who lack insurance to receive free or low-cost medications through their Medication Access Program; 876-7818.

Free Sugar and Blood Pressure Screenings through Mercy Hospital Grayling, call (989) 348-0455.

Family planning appointments providing no cost/low cost birth control and STI testing in a confidential setting, available at Health department of Northwest Michigan offices in Antrim, Charlevoix, Emmet and Otsego counties. Medicaid and Plan First accepted, (800) 432-4121.

Flu Shots

Michigan Eldercare, Inc., Mobile Doctors of Northwest Michigan, flu and pneumonia vaccination clinics for those over age 18; available from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays through the end of the year, 6100 US-31 N; $35/flu; $58 pneumonia; appointments suggested, walk-ins welcome; Medicare and Medicaid accepted as methods of payment; `(888) 353-3732 or www.MichiganEldercare.com.

Events

Traverse Area Gluten-Free Support Group Holiday Dinner, 7 p.m. Dec. 13, Tuscan Bistro, 12930 S. West Bay Shore Dr., TC, selection of gluten free appetizers, soups, salads and gluten-free pasta entree; $16-20; 275-6410 or 947-8320.

Kids' Shopping Day, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Dec. 16, Women's Resource Center Thrift Shop, 3030 N. US-31, TC; children receive $5 in Santa Bucks to shop for Christmas gifts; Karyn Hertel, 941-1210.

Classes/Seminars

Multicultural Creative Spirit Day, fourth Sunday of every month, Just Imagine Creative Arts Healing Center, 225 W. 14th St., TC; 1-3 p.m. labyrinths, mandalas, art and other tools for personal discovery, donations welcome, 932-9808.

Systematic Training for Effective Parenting of Teens (STEP-Teen) Program, 6-8 p.m. Thursdays Jan. 10-Feb. 21, Center for Wellness and Relationships, 3491 Hartman Road, TC; Dr. Gary Vann leads parents during a 7-week program dealing with discipline, communications, self-esteem, drug prevention and academic performance skills; $125; call 947-2990.

"Anxiety Disorders in Children and Adolescents," 6:30-8 p.m. Jan. 15, Traverse City Central High School Library, 1150 Milliken Dr., TC; Dr. Sander M. Weckstein of Northern Michigan Psychiatric Services presents the second in their sixth annual Teacher and Parent Educational Series; free; 935-0355.

Meetings

Multiple Sclerosis Self Help Support Group, 6:30 p.m. Dec. 13, Munson Community Health Center, 550 Munson Ave., TC; potluck dinner, call Michelle or Bill Honer, 947-7203.

Angel Babies, 6:30-8 p.m. Dec. 18, Pine Rest Community Mental Health, 1050 Silver Drive, TC; support for parents who have experienced miscarriage, stillbirth or other infant loss; Kate DeKoning, 944-4789.

Kalkaska Fibromyalgia Support Group, 1-3 p.m. Dec. 22, Dr. William Kitti Education Center, 258-4829.

Traverse City Fibromyalgia Support Group, 10 a.m.-noon Jan. 12, Munson Medical Center, 1105 Sixth St., Cafeteria Dining Room 2, TC; 938-1928 or 929-7969.

CPR/FIRST AID TRAINING

AMERICAN RED CROSS OF NORTHWEST MICHIGAN, 735 S. Garfield Ave., Suite B-100, TC; for details on classes or to register, call 947-7286.

Adult CPR and First Aid, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Dec. 18.

Adult, Child and Infant CPR and First Aid, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Dec. 27; $55.

Adult, Child and Infant CPR Re-certification, 9 a.m.-noon Dec. 19; $40.

AED Essentials, 3:30-5:30 p.m. Dec. 12, must possess a current CPR certification; $15.

Babysitting Training, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Dec. 28, Ages 11-15, participants should bring a sack lunch; $30.

Bloodborne Pathogens Training, 1-3 p.m. Dec. 19; $25.

Lay Responder CPR/AED/First Aid Instructor Course, 6-8:30 p.m. Jan. 14; 6-10 p.m. Jan. 16; 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Jan. 19 and 6-10 p.m. Jan. 22; Challenge 9-11 a.m. and 4-7 p.m. Jan. 29, Feb. 21, March 19 or April 22; must be currently certified in Adult, Child and Infant CPR and First Aid. Students must attend all dates; $165.

AMERICAN RED CROSS-PETOSKEY, 2350 Mitchell Park Drive; pre-registration required prior to the date of the class, call Health and Safety Coordinator Tom Ritchie, 348-7666 or email tomr@arcnlm.org.

Community CPR and First Aid, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Dec. 15; learn CPR skills for infants, children and adults, first aid skills cover care for a variety of illnesses and injuries until professional help arrives.

CPR Skills for Adults, Children and Infants, 6-10 p.m. Dec. 12, lifesaving CPR skills.

First Aid, 6-8 p.m. Dec. 13, knowledge and skills necessary to provide care in an emergency, help sustain life and minimize consequences of injury or sudden illness.

Blood-borne Pathogens: Preventing Disease Transmission, 8-10 p.m. Dec. 13 and 4-6 p.m. Dec. 15, understanding blood-borne pathogens regulations issued by OSHA, how blood-borne pathogens are spread and how to prevent exposure.

SELF-HELP

Alcoholics Victorious, 8-9 p.m. Sundays, Benzie Community Drop-In Center, 76 Airport Road, Frankfort (next to the Fitness Center); contact Virgil P. Monday through Thursday through the Benzie Drop-In Center, 352-5052 or at 352-6301.

Dakoske/Phoenix Addiction Treatment Services, 940 East Eighth St., TC; for individuals or those with family members struggling with alcohol or drug problems; (800) 622-4810.

Dental Clinics North, a partnership of local health departments, schedules dental appointments for low-income children and adults. Clinics accept Medicaid, Healthy Kids Dental, MI Child and Northern Dental Plan, locations in Traverse City, Manistee, Mancelona, East Jordan, Petoskey and Gaylord., call (877) 321-7070.

Exercise Classes, free work out sessions 6:15-7:30 p.m. each Tuesday and Thursday, Mill Creek School, Williamsburg, Multi-Purpose Room, participation is limited, call Sandi Wills, 267-9198.

Gamblers Anonymous of Frankfort, open meetings held 7-8 p.m. Fridays, Frankfort United Methodist Church, 537 Crystal Ave., (M-22); E-mail gafrankfort@yahoo.com; inquiries can also be sent to P.O. Box 326, Frankfort, 49635. Contact numbers: 651-0251 or 882-2186; ask for Kim. Online support available at Yahoo groups, type in: gamblenomore2007, to access the link or e-mail gamblenomore2007@yahoogroups.com.

Healthy Choice Support Group, 11 a.m.-noon, fourth Monday of each month, Kando Island, 3003 Garfield Road, TC; for those wishing to improve their diet choices, includes swapping health recipes for diabetics; Jeremy Wolfe, 922-0903 or 645-4884.

Laughter Sessions, 4-5 p.m. first and third Sunday of each month, The Friendship Center, 201 Broadway, Suttons Bay, free, laugh to reduce stress sessions offered by Gail Robinson, a Dr. Madan Kataria Laughter Yoga Leader, 256-3477.

NAMI Connection, recovery support group meetings 1:30 p.m. every Friday, Kandu Island Center, 3003 Garfield Ave., TC; for adults with mental illness regardless of diagnosis, free, 932-1590.

Saturday Family Art Retreats, "Bonding through Art," 1-4 p.m. each Saturday, Just Imagine Creative Arts Healing Center, 225 W. 14th St., TC, art projects to nurture self and family connections, $30/family with up to two children ages 5 and up; $10/each additional child, call 932-9808.

Panic Attack and Anxiety Program, Panic Relief Inc., a nonprofit educational corporation located in Monmouth Junction, NJ holds teleconference calls at 7 p.m. each Monday and Wednesday dealing with managing and controlling panic attacks, anxiety and stress. To participate, call national headquarters, (732) 940-9658 or visit www.panicreliefinc.com.

SMART Recovery, (Self Management and Recovery training) 7-8:30 p.m. Thursdays, Center for Wellness & Relationships, 3491 Hartman Road, TC; structured group encouragement and training for those seeking to develop skills to abstain from addictive behaviors in a confidential setting; $5-$10 donation, 947-2990.

START NEW Series For Healthful Living, Cadillac Seventh-day Adventist Church at 801 E. Division in Cadillac. Community health professionals aid in teaching God's eight laws of health in everyday lifestyles. Programs begin at 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays and feature a hands-on cooking class, nutritional presentation, spiritual nugget and keynote speaker, free, reservations not required.

TOPS, (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) 10 a.m. Tuesdays, Kings Court Community Center, off LaFranier Road, TC; 947-6176 or (800) 932-8677; TOPS #308, 6:30-8 p.m. Tuesdays, Carmelite Monastery, 3501 Silver Lake Road, TC; 946-5804 or 943-8077.

MUNSON MEDICAL CENTER

Munson Medical Center, 1105 Sixth St., Traverse City, Patient Education, 935-8200 or (800)-809-8127.

Advance Care Planning, ongoing offering, making treatment preferences for medical care at end of life known, 935-6176.

Aquatic Community Classes and Therapy, Monday through Thursday, no swimming skills needed, Premier Health and Fitness, call for dates and times, 935-7331.

Massage Therapy, ongoing offering, call 935-6926

Navigator Program, outreach and support to women with breast cancer, call 935-8216.

The Pediatric Walk-In Immunization Clinic, Munson Specialty Clinics Building (106 Madison St.). 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays only; 6-9 p.m. Mondays; Bring immunization records; 935-6270.

Splash, a water therapy fun class for children and teens with disabilities in a warm water therapy pool, call for times; Premier Health and Fitness, 1209 S. Garfield ave., TC, $20 a month, 935-7331.

MUNSON COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER

Munson Community Health Center, 550 Munson Ave., Traverse City, 935-9265.

A Time To Be Born-Childbirth Preparation, call for dates and times, $80 or voucher, 935-8219.

Better Breathing, 1:30-3 p.m. Mondays, eight weekly classes with information on lung diseases, medications, breathing techniques and nutrition; 935-6736.

Cesarean Birth Preparation, 6:30-8 p.m. Dec. 19; $25; 935-8219.

Massage Therapy, 935-6926.

Yoga Classes for Cancer Patients, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Thursdays, gentle stretching and breathing for relaxation and healing, call 228-4067.

BENZIE-LEELANAU HEALTH DEPARTMENT

Benzie-Leelanau Health Department, 6051 Frankfort Hwy., Suite 100, Benzonia, call 882-2126 in Benzie County or 256-0200 in Leelanau County.

Women's health, family planning/reproductive health clinics; breast and cervical cancer screening.

Maternal Child Health, Maternal Support Services/WIC for pregnant women and children; Infant Support Services, Immunization clinics, Healthy Futures.

General Health, Confidential and anonymous HIV counseling and testing; immunizations for children and adults.

GRAND TRAVERSE BAND

Grand Traverse Band, Health Building, 2300 N. Stallman Road, Suttons Bay, 271-5256.

Breast and Cervical Cancer, Screening Program, for American Indian women aged 40 and older; 534-7859.

GT HEALTH DEPARTMENT

Grand Traverse Health Department, 2325 Garfield Road N., Traverse City, 922-4831.

Blood Borne Pathogen Training, by request; 922-2729.

Healthy Kids/MIChild, provides comprehensive insurance for pregnant women and children under 19 years, Applications available for MIChild, call 922-2730.

Immunization Clinics, held daily, call for appointment 922-4831; $7 charge per injection for children's vaccines.

Maternal Support Services, assists pregnant women and infants, for appointment, call 922-2730.

Munson Medical Center Specialty Clinic, 106 S. Madison St., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, 6-9 p.m. Monday, appointments not needed, take child's immunization record to each visit.

Pregnancy Tests, 922-4630.

Reproductive Health Services, initial and annual exams, pap smears, pregnancy tests and treatment for sexually transmitted infections and HIV testing. Birth control, no fees for teens, sliding fee scale for adults; Medicaid accepted, Breast and cervical screenings for those over 40, 922-4630.

WIC, (Women, Infants and Children) food coupons and nutrition education for pregnant and lactating women and children under 5; 922-2720 or (800) 946-4599.

Youth Health and Wellness Center, school based health-wellness center at TBA Career Tech, 880 Parsons Road, TC; limited medical care and counseling, 922-6416.

NORTHWEST MICHIGAN COMMUNITY HEALTH AGENCY

Northwest Michigan Community Health Agency, 220 W. Garfield Ave., Charlevoix, 547-6523.

Immunization appointments, available for infants and children at Northwest Michigan Community Health Agency offices in Mancelona, Charlevoix, Petoskey and Gaylord, Medicaid or private pay accepted per visit, call (800) 432-4121.

PLANNED PARENTHOOD

Planned Parenthood Northern Michigan, 1003 Spring St., Petoskey, 347-9692; 1135 E. Eighth St., Traverse City, 929-1844.

Confidential health services for women and men including: Annual gynecological exams, breast, pelvic and pap tests; birth control; emergency contraception; sexually transmitted and other infection screening and treatment; anonymous HIV testing and counseling; pregnancy testing and non-judgmental options counseling, Extended hours include some evenings, call 929-1844 or (800) 230-PLAN for office visit.

CADILLAC

Mercy Hospital Cadillac, 400 Hobart St., Cadillac, 876-7200.

Support Groups, for information, call 876-7326.

Advance Care Planning, for help with decisions about end-of-life care, Monday-Saturday, call for times, Mercy Hospital, 876-7355.

Cancer Support Group, 3:30 p.m. second Wednesday, call Reva, 775-3550.

Cardiac Rehab, 876-7825.

Diabetes Support Group, first Tuesday, in Dublin Room of the McAuley Center, 1-3:30 p.m. call 876-7183.

Heartsaver CPR/First Aid, fourth Monday of each month, 6-10 p.m. auditorium, $50 registration fee is for program expenses and not distributed to the American Heart Association, registration required, 876-7149.

Knitting for Stress Therapy, 6:30-8:30 p.m. second and fourth Tuesday of each month, Dublin Room in the McAuley Center, call Pam Walker, 775-9276.

Tour of Family Birthing Center, 5-8 p.m. first Wednesday; meet at fourth-floor nurses station. No registration.

Health Clinic, 5-6:30 p.m. Wednesdays, District Department No. 10; bring verification of income. 876-7818.

CHEBOYGAN

Cheboygan Memorial Hospital, 748 S. Main St., Cheboygan, 876-7200.

Childbirth Preparation, 6-8:30 p.m. Mondays, call 627-1357 for exact dates.

Pulmonary Rehab Support Group, 3-4 p.m. Tuesdays, hospital cafeteria, free.

Phase III Cardiac Rehab, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday, at the Cheboygan Fitness Center, $10 per session or $35 per month; 627-1458.

Breastfeeding Support Group meetings, 1 p.m. every Tuesday, in CMH Obstetrics Unit.

FRANKFORT

Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital, 224 Park Ave., Frankfort, 352-9621.

Alzheimer's Support Group, 2-3 p.m. first Wednesday, 352-2357.

Caregiver Resource Center & Library, 8 a.m.-8 p.m. daily, easy access to caregiving and general health information. Internet access available, 352-2312.

CPR Classes, Wednesdays and Saturdays, call for times, 352-2257.

Grief and Loss Support Group, 10-11:30 p.m., first and third Wednesdays, 935-8491.

Parkinson's Support Group, 2-3 p.m. third Thursday.

GAYLORD

Otsego Memorial Hospital, 825 N. Center Ave., (989) 731-2344.

Breastfeeding class, expectant parents can learn basics, classes offered throughout the year, call (989) 731-2124.

Childbirth Education Class, "Journey to Parenthood," Weekday and Saturday courses available, call Childbirth Education Coordinator, (989) 731-2124 to register.

Freedom From Smoking, offered several times a year, six-week sessions each last about 90 minutes, cost $40 per person, call (989) 731-2193 for information on next session or for a Smoker's Quit Kit.

Infant Care Class, for expectant parents, learn basics such as bathing, diapers, skin care, immunizations, call (989) 731-2124 for information on next available session.

Yellow Ribbon Chapter of Gaylord, community meetings, first Tuesday, Gaylord High School (in the event of a school closing, Otsego Memorial Hospital), call Linda Hoffman, 584-3503 or www.gaylordyellowribbon.org.

GRAYLING

Mercy Hospital Grayling, 1100 E. Michigan Ave., Grayling, (989) 348-0314.

Better Breathing Classes, free classes for those with chronic lung disease; learn breathing techniques, nutrition, exercise and treatments. Registration required, call Grayling Asthma Project, (989) 348-0779.

Diabetes, Self-management Program, three locations. For appointments, call central scheduling, (989) 348-0380. For program questions, call Rhonda Haske, (989) 348-0455.

Free Sugar and Blood Pressure Screenings, (989) 348-0455.

Heart Health/Fitness Program, Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays, $5.50 per session; (989) 348-0371.

Nutrition Education, meet with a registered dietitian to discuss nutrition needs and healthy eating, call for times, (989) 348-0380.

KALKASKA

Kalkaska Memorial Health Center, 419 S. Coral St., Kalkaska, 258-7500.

Better Breathing, 1:30-3 p.m. Mondays, eight weekly classes with information on lung disease, medications, breathing techniques, nutrition and exercise for those with chronic lung disease; $40, 258-7525.

Living With Cancer Video Series, available for viewing at any time, free, 258-7781.

MANISTEE

West Shore Medical Center, 1465 E. Parkdale Ave., Manistee, 398-1000.

Childbirth and Breastfeeding Classes, call 398-1414.

Sit and Get Fit, exercise class for seniors, 10-11 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, Senior Center, Manistee; $2 for drop-ins; 723-8282.

Diabetes Self Management, program and support group, Call West Shore diabetes services at 398-1033.

PETOSKEY

Northern Michigan Hospital, 416 Connubial Ave., Petoskey, 487-7777.

Health screening, 8-10 a.m. and 5-6 p.m. first Thursday of every month; $15, $10 for Senior Advantage members, no registration; Community Health Education Center, for more information, call (800) 248-6777.

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