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Breast Cancer Awareness

In honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month learn about how to take care of your breasts and how to detect problems early. Be sure to enter a drawing for prizes! Sponsored by SH’s Kathryn Candor Lundy Breast Health Center.
Monday, October 20-Sunday, October 26.
The LifeCenter, Bon-ton JC Penney wing of Lycoming Mall.

Confidential STD Clinic

Free and confidential testing for STDs and prevention education.
TWH&MC, The Family Center For Reproductive Health.
FREE. Appointment: 570-321-3131.

Controlling Your Lung Disease

Improve your quality of life and control your disease through a program tailored to your needs.
Tuesdays and Thursdays. TWH&MC.
Physician referral required. Insurance billed for program cost.
Information: Peggy Winder, 570-321-2799.

Diabetes Self-Management Classes

Learn about meal planning, blood glucose control and monitoring, medications, exercise and coping with the disease. Bring a family member or friend.
Thursdays, October 23, 30, November 6, 13
9-11:30 A.M.
DPH, Dining Room B. Physician referral required. Insurance program billed for program cost.
Fee. Registration: 570-326-8410.

Dizziness/Balance Program

One-on-one evaluations with Joy Proctor, physical therapist.
TWH&MC. Outpatient Neuroscience Center.
Fee. Appointment: 570-321-2681 or 800-326-7519.

Dysphagia/Swallowing Disorders Program

Fifteen million Americans are affected by Dysphagia, or swallowing difficulties. Causes include stroke, radiation for throat and neck cancer, central nervous system diseases (Cerebral Palsy, Multiple Sclerosis) and aging. Susquehanna Neuroscience Center's new Dysphagia program is led by Lawrence Tomack, M.D., rehabilitation doctor, and includes speech pathologists, dietitians and occupational therapists who develop specialized care plans and direct referrals.
Susquehanna Neuroscience Center.
Fee. Appointment: 570-321-2619.

Gallery of Hope

In honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Blue Cross of Northeastern Pennsylvania is proud to sponsor their Gallery of Hope Display. The personal photographs and stories of breast cancer survivors in the local community demonstrate that with appropriate healthcare, hope and personal strength, breast cancer can be overcome. If you know of a breast cancer survivor that you would like to nominate for the traveling Gallery of Hope Display, come in and fill out our pre-paid form.
Monday, October 27-Friday, November 7.
The LifeCenter, Bon-ton JC Penney wing of Lycoming Mall.

Has Your Loved One Forgotten You?

Judy Seroska, R.N., Greater PA Chapter of Alzheimer’s Association can help. Learn the symptoms to look for, how to access care, tips on keeping your loved one safe and handling behaviors in the season of holiday stress.
Tuesday, November 18, 10:30 A.M.
The LifeCenter, Bon-ton JC Penney wing of Lycoming Mall.
FREE. Registration: 570-321-3000.

Health Careers

For students in grades 8-12
Teens, are you researching careers? Interested in healthcare? Join us for any or all of the following programs on careers, just for teens! Registration is required at susquehannahealth.org/careers or call 570-321-2433. Parents are welcome but do not need to register.

Rehabilitation Careers
Tuesday, October 7, 2008, 6-7:30 P.M.
TWH&MC, First Floor Rehabilitation Gym

Nursing Careers
Thursday, October 23, 6-7:30 P.M.
TWH&MC, Rooms A & B

Nurse Anesthesia
Monday, January 12, 2009, 6-7:30 P.M.
TWH&MC, Conference Rooms A & B

Cardiology Services
Wednesday, January 21, 2009, 6-7:30 P.M.
TWH&MC, 5 North Classroom

Sports Medicine and Athletic Trainers
Monday, February 9, 2009, 6-7:30 P.M.
DPH, Board Room

CSI, Clinical Lab Science Investigation
February 2009, 6-7:30 P.M. (Day TBA)
TWH&MC, (Room TBA)

Pharmacy
March 2009, 6-7:30 P.M. (Day TBA)
TWH&MC, (Room TBA)

Nursing Careers
April 2009, 6-7:30 P.M. (Day TBA)
TWH&MC, (Room TBA)

Applications, Resumes And Interviews Made Easy
April 2009, 6-7:30 P.M. (Day TBA)
(Place TBA)

Physicians and Physician Assistants
(Date TBA), 6-7:30 P.M.
(Place TBA)

Hearing Screening

Susquehanna Hearing Services, 1705 Warren Avenue, Suite 204.
Third Wednesday, 8 A.M.-12:30 P.M.
FREE. Appointment: 570-326-8360.

Legs For Life: Free Screening For Peripheral Artery Disease

Beyond pain and numbness, undiagnosed Peripheral Artery Disease increases your risk of heart attack and stroke. This quick and painless test can identify if you have Peripheral Artery Disease.
Tuesday, September 23, 10 A.M.-4 P.M.
The LifeCenter, Bon-ton JC Penney wing of Lycoming Mall.
FREE. Appointment: 570-321-3000.

Life Line Stroke Screenings

Three painless and non-invasive tests detect abdominal aortic aneurysms, peripheral arterial disease and carotid artery build up (the #1 cause of stroke).
Friday, September 12, First United Methodist Church, Muncy.
Monday, September 15, Third Street United Methodist Church, Williamsport.
Tuesday, September 30, Christ the King Church, Benton.
Monday, October 6, Trinity United Church of Christ, Centre Hall.
Monday, October 20, Mill Hall Senior Center, Mill Hall.
Monday, October 27, First Presbyterian Church, Milton.
Wednesday, October 29, Grace Brethren Church, Berwick.
Monday, November 10, St. John Lutheran Church, Bellefonte.
Tuesday, November 11, Nittany Mall Community Room, State College.
Thursday, November 13, Lime Ridge United Methodist Church, Lime Ridge.
$45 per screening, all three for $119. Appointment: 800-779-6353.

Ovarian Cancer: Education & Information Program

Pennsylvania Cancer Education Network

Participants will learn signs/symptoms and screening methods of ovarian cancer, as well as ways to prevent ovarian cancer.
Tuesday, September 30, 10:30 A.M.
The LifeCenter, Bon-ton JC Penney wing of Lycoming Mall.
FREE. Registration: 570-321-3000.

Personal Health Analysis

A customized report of your healthy habits and a consult with a health educator to discuss areas of risk.
The LifeCenter, Bon-ton JC Penney wing of Lycoming Mall.
$50. Registration: 570-321-3000.

Prostate Cancer: Education & Information Program

Pennsylvania Cancer Education Network

Participants will learn signs/symptoms and screening methods of prostate cancer, as well as ways to prevent prostate cancer.
Wednesday, September 17, 10:30 A.M.
The LifeCenter, Bon-ton JC Penney wing of Lycoming Mall.
FREE. Registration: 570-321-3000.

Stroke Screening

Stroke risk increases with age but can often be prevented with proper screening and risk assessment. Learn what you can do to help prevent this brain attack-it just might save your life.
Tuesday, November 11, 10 A.M.-3 P.M.
The LifeCenter, Bon-ton JC Penney wing of Lycoming Mall.
FREE. Registration: 570-321-3000.

Vision Screening

Vision screenings for adults and children provided by North Central Sight Services.
Tuesday, December 2, 10 A.M.-2 P.M.
The LifeCenter, Bon-ton JC Penney wing of Lycoming Mall.
FREE. Registration: 570-321-3000.


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