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Center for Health Promotion Classes & Events

Winter 2012 Healthy Choices
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Health Screenings:

Diabetes Alert: Screening and Education
A FREE blood glucose screening, Diabetes Risk Quiz, and diabetes prevention information will be provided. Prior to testing, an 8 hour fast (water only) is preferable, but not mandatory.

No appointment necessary.
Screening performed by Gail Verschoor, RN, Diabetes Educator.

McCall - Tuesday, April 3, 7-11am
Hospital Conference Rooms

New Meadows - Thursday, April 5, 7-10am
Meadows Valley Public Library

Depression Screening
Depression may lead to serious physical illness and personal consequences. Take advantage of this screening at local St. Luke’s Clinics January 23-27. Screening will be offered to all regularly scheduled patients.


Health Topics:

Take it to Heart: Cardiac Disease Prevention
Cardiologist, Dr. David Hinchman, will hold an informal, open discussion on cardiac disease prevention. He will review cardiac risk factors, talk about numbers such as
blood pressure, cholesterol, and weight. Questions are more than welcome.

Friday, February 24
12:15-1:15pm
Hospital Conference Rooms

David Hinchman, MD, Cardiologist
St. Luke's Clinic - Idaho Cardiology Associates



Fitness:

Cardiac-Core Circuits
Fun and effective exercise circuits done in a group setting. This program is designed to strengthen your core muscles while elevating your heart rate.

Fee: $15 for the three class series.

Mondays, January 30, February 6, and 13, 4-4:30pm

All classes will be held in the Star Garnet Room at the Allen-Nokes Center.
Personal Trainers Tiffany Dobbs and Liz Jones will lead you through the series.



Nutrition:

Men in the Kitchen
Guys, take charge of your nutrition by learning how to prepare easy meals with a healthy twist, regardless of your cooking experience. Bring the desire to learn and an appetite, as you sample salmon, chicken, vegetarian chili and more!

Two-part series. Space is limited, pre-registration required.

Donnelly Fire and EMS Station, 2nd Floor.

Fee: $5 each class.

Part One
Monday, January 30, 6:30-7:30pm

"Game On"
Healthy herb rubs for salmon and venison.
Presented by Tom Steinberg, Buffalo Gal

“Veg Out Chili”
A vegetarian tasty twist on a winter classic.
Presented by Dan Ostermiller, MD, St. Luke’s Clinic – Integrative Medicine

Part Two
Monday, March 5, 6:30-7:30pm
“Heart Friendly Meatloaf”
Flavorful ground turkey meat loaf with added vegetables and oats.
Presented by Tracy Broome, St. Luke’s McCall

“Healthy Crock”
A lean protein, thick and hearty, slow cooker chicken tortilla soup.
Presented by Lyle Nelson, St. Luke’s McCall

Dietary Strategies for Improving your Colon Health
Adding dark green vegetables, fiber filled beans, and squash to your diet lowers the
risk of colorectal cancer. Join us for a discussion on the best food choices, cooking demonstration, recipes, and samples.

Monday, March 5, 12:15-1:15pm
Hospital Conference Rooms

Rachel Arndt, RD, St. Luke’s McCall



Lifestyle Management:

SHIFT: Live, Look, and Feel Better in 2012

This program encourages healthy choices and long-term weight management through lifestyle modification.

Program includes:
• Weekend retreat at Jug Mountain Ranch February 24, 25, and 26
• Two group exercise sessions per week for 12 weeks
• Individualized coaching and consultations
• Pre and post program assessments

Fee: $375, 20% discount if you bring a friend or family member!

Call St. Luke’s Clinic – Integrative Medicine for more information and a free consultation to see if this program is right for you, 634-4061, ext 180.


Acupuncture:

Group Ear Acupuncture
Ear acupuncture, also known as auricular acupuncture, is available for the
community in a weekly group setting, with no appointments needed. The first
session is free.

What does ear acupuncture help with? This protocol was originally developed for
drug addiction, cravings, and withdrawal. More recently it has gone beyond that to
treat a wide range of issues, including: insomnia, anxiety, stress, detoxification
from any drug, chronic physical pain, migraines, menstrual cramps, general wellness, and preventive health care.

Fee: $5 per session or
punch cards to cover sessions, 5 sessions for $20 or
10 sessions for $35

Tuesdays, noon to pm
Star Garnet Conference Room, Allen-Nokes Center

Presented by:
Lisa Ostermiller, LAc, St. Luke's Clinic - Integrative Medicine



Stress Management:

Relaxation for Healing
This three-part series will introduce patients and family members to practices that support successful preparations for medical procedures. Patients preparing for or recovering from procedures, chemotherapy, or surgery will benefit by learning guided visualization, centering and breathing techniques, and pain management methods.

Fee: $15 for the three class series.

Thursdays, February 9, 16, and 23, 6-7pm
Star Garnet Conference Room, Allen-Nokes Center

Connie McClaran, RN, RYT and Jodie Lea, MA, CYT
Integrative Medicine Mind/Body/Spirit Coaches

Yoga:

Discovering Yoga
This Yoga Series offers a three session introductory course in this ancient and modern practice. Spend three weeks learning the basics of yoga to get you started on a life-long practice. Achieve a more balanced, healthy, and vital mind/body/spirit. Space is limited, pre-payment, pre-registration required.

Fee: $15 for series.

Donnelly - Wednesdays, January 11, 18, and 25, 4:30-5:30pm

Community Room at Donnelly Elementary School
Guided by Connie McClaran, RN, BSN, RYT, Mind/Body/Spirit Coach

New Meadows - Wednesdays, February 15, 22, and 29, 4:30-5:30pm
USFS New Meadows District Office Conference Room
Guided by Jodie Lea, MA, CYT, Mind/Body/Spirit Coach

Ongoing Yoga Classes:

Wisdom Yoga
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10 to 11:15 a.m.


Yoga for Everybody

Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:30 to 5:45 p.m.

Fee: Punch cards to cover class fees, 8 classes for $50 or 16 classes for $90

Location: Star Garnet Conference Room, Allen-Nokes Center

Presented by:
Connie McClaran, RN, Mind/Body/Spirit Coach, St. Luke's Clinic - Integrative Medicine.