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The Resource
October 2015
Your resource for excellent health information, classes and screenings.
The Health Resources Center (HRC) in Johnson City is located inside The Mall at Johnson City on the lower level beside Belk Women’s Store. Some classes are held in our annex located at the back of The Mall, between Belk Home Store & Belk Women’s Store. Enter directly from parking lot 17 at the green awning. 423-915-5200 Open Mon.–Sat., 8am–6pm
The Indian Path Health Resources Center in Kingsport is located on the upper level of the Kingsport Town Center near JCPenney. 423-857-7981 Open Mon.–Sat., 8am–6pm
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Johnson City Health Resources Center Classes
Date/Time/Speaker
Registration is required. Call 800-888-5551. Free unless otherwise noted.
Description
DIABETES ABC’S Of Diabetes Management
Staying healthy when you have diabetes can be as easy as learning your ABCs. By knowing Mon., Oct. 19, 12-1pm, Annex and controlling your A (A1C), B (Blood Pressure) and C (Cholesterol), you can stay healthy and Jennifer Persinger, RD, CDE, MSHA achieve your goals. Join us to learn about the ABC’s of diabetes.
Better Blood Sugars in 30 Days
Wed., Oct. 21, 5-6pm, Annex Teri Hurt, RN, CDE, MSHA
Lilly Diabetes: My Educator Program
Wed., Oct. 21, 6-7pm, HRC Interactive, personalized program designed to help you fit diabetes care into your busy life. Learn Heidi Mohn, RN, CDE, Lilly Diabetes how to monitor and treat high or low blood sugar, eat healthy and stay active. You’ll leave with an Educator action plan to share with your healthcare provider. Call 855-559-3422 to register!
Diabetes Self Management
Mon., Oct. 26, 8am-2pm, HRC Designed to put You in control of your diabetes and prevent complications. Learn about Jennifer Persinger, RD, CDE and Teri carbohydrate counting, medications, monitoring and much more. Hurt, RN, CDE, MSHA
Are you having a hard time getting your blood sugars under control? Small steps can lead to BIG rewards. Join us to learn tips that can improve your blood sugars.
FOOD AND NUTRITION Eat to Breathe: Nutrition in Congestive Heart Failure
Mon., Oct. 12, 12-1pm, Annex Maintaining your nutritional health can be a challenge when you have CHF. Recommendations Jennifer Persinger, RD, CDE, MSHA and tips for better nutrition will be discussed.
What to Eat for Mon., Oct. 12, 5-6pm, Annex It may surprise you to learn that what you eat can affect your skin. Join us to learn facts that can More Beautiful Skin Jennifer Persinger, RD, CDE, MSHA help you have beautiful skin. The easiest, least expensive way to reduce your risk for cancer is just by eating a healthy diet. Cancer Fighting Foods have become a topic of interest among many researchers. Please join us to learn how to add cancer fighting foods into your diet.
Foods That Fight Cancer
Tues., Oct. 20, 5-6pm, HRC Alice Sulkowski, RD, MSHA
Power Up Your Plate-Fall Edition
Wed., Oct. 21, 12-1pm, Annex Fall is a perfect time to add nutrient-packed foods to your diet. Join us to learn about 10 Fabulous Jennifer Persinger, RD, CDE, MSHA Fall Foods that can help boost your health.
Nutrition From A-Z
Wed., Oct. 28, 12-1pm, Annex Nutrition terms can be confusing. Join us as we scan through our nutrition dictionary for popular Jennifer Persinger, RD, CDE, MSHA terms.
HEALTH SCREENING Flu Shot
Tues., Oct. 13, 9-11am, HRC Tues., Oct 27, 2-4pm, HRC
Provided by First Assist Urgent Care Clinic. No appointment necessary. Adults only; self pay $25. Cash, check and credit/debit will be accepted.
Hearing Screening
Wed., Oct. 21, 10am-1pm, HRC
Have your hearing checked at the HRC (courtesy of East Tennessee Hearing Center).
HEALTHY LIVING Yoga For Every Body
This yoga class focuses on breathing exercises, meditation and gentle yoga postures for Thurs., Oct 1, 8, 15, 29; 6-7pm, Annex flexibility, balance and strength. This class is for everyone! Learn to maintain balance and calm in Glynda Ramsey, MD the midst of life’s daily stresses. Bring a yoga mat. $5 fee.
Powerful Tools for Caregivers
Mon., Oct. 5, 12, 19; 2-4pm, HRC Tracy Buckles, FTAAA
Caregiving can be stressful physically, emotionally and financially. This is an educational program designed to help family caregivers take care of themselves while caring for a relative or friend. You will benefit whether you are helping a parent, spouse or friend.
Medication Management
Wed., Oct. 7, 9-10am, HRC Lisa Heaton, RN, MSHA
Join us to learn information about medication safety and tips for properly taking your medications.
Lowering Your Cholesterol
Thurs., Oct. 8, 1-2pm, HRC Pam King, RN, MSHA
Learn practical nutrition and lifestyle tips to help you improve your cholesterol and triglyceride levels.
CPR for Health Care Providers
Sat., Oct. 10, 8am-12pm, Annex
This class is for health care workers and includes CPR for adult, child and infant victims plus AED training and airway obstruction. Includes new AHA guidelines. Fee for class. Online registration—www.msha.com, Services, American Heart Training.
Congestive Heart Failure
Wed., Oct. 14, 11am-12pm, HRC Julia Bates, NP, CHF Clinic, JCMC
Gain a better understanding of Heart Failure-from causes to treatments including lifestyle changes, daily monitoring and medications. Plus, learn about the CHF clinic at JCMC and how to take advantage of this great resource!
Make a DASH for Better Blood Pressure
A healthy lifestyle plays an important role in lowering high blood pressure. Learn about the DASH Wed., Oct. 14, 12-1pm, Annex (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) eating plan, and how exercise can help lower blood Jennifer Persinger, RD, CDE, MSHA pressure.
Let’s Nail Breast Cancer
Thurs., Oct. 15, 2-5pm, HRC
Pink manicures, mini massages, door prizes, refreshments and lots of fun in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month! Glynda Ramsey, MD and The Women’s Health and Imaging Center will provide information about breast health, screenings and genetic testing as we focus on “Nailing” Breast Cancer! 10 minute mini massages by Marcy Aichel, LMT—by Appointment Only. Drop in to have your nails painted including a pink ribbon accent courtesy of Illusions Nail Salon and J.C. Penney’s Salon.
Positive Parenting
Mon., Oct. 19, 5-6pm, HRC Connie Simpson, LPC
Positive parenting with a plan. Bridge the gap between the parent you are and the parent you want to be with simple, positive changes you can make now that will last a lifetime.
Polishing the Crystal Ball: Breast Cancer Behavior Prediction
Mon., Oct. 19, 7-8pm, Annex Kyle Colvett, MD
Medicine has developed sophisticated genetic and data-based tools that can help predict how breast cancer will behave. These tools can aid in making choices about treatments.
Living with Chronic Tues., Oct. 20, 2-3:30pm, Annex Kidney Disease Marianna Higgins, LCSW
Focus will be on chronic kidney disease including diagnosis, stages, signs and symptoms as well as treatment options of hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis and transplant.
Text Neck
Thurs., Oct. 22, 3:30-4:30pm, HRC Reflections School of Massage
“Text neck” is on the rise. The posture we adopt as we stare at our phones increases the stress on the neck. Join us to learn tips and techniques for reducing the stress that is caused by the use of our phones and enjoy a free neck massage.
Get the Most Out of Your Healthcare Visits
Fri., Oct. 23, 12-1pm, HRC Pam King, RN, MSHA
You have limited time when you see a physician or healthcare provider. Come and learn how to use that time wisely and get the most out of your visit.
Let’s Talk About Your Stress!
Mon., Oct. 26, 3-4pm, HRC Pam King, RN, MSHA
Stress can take a toll on your physical and mental health. Sit down with our nurse and discuss the things that stress you out the most, and learn the best ways to deal with that stress.
COPD
Tues., Oct. 27, 11am-12pm, HRC Jeanne Clarke, RN, MSHA
Learn the facts about chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), also known as emphysema or chronic bronchitis. Prevention of fall and treatment options will be discussed.
Money Matters: Social Security for Couples
Tues., Oct. 27, 5-6pm, HRC Michael Bird, CFP
Learn the importance of coordinating Social Security benefits with your spouse, the two key things you need to know for survivor benefits and how re-marriage affects ex-spouse benefits. Plus, you’ll learn how to avoid mistakes at the Social Security office.
Home Safe Home
Wed., Oct. 28, 9-10am, HRC Lisa Heaton, RN, MSHA
Learn practical tips to stay safe, healthy and happy in your own home year round. Stop in for home safety tips, a fall risk assessment tool and pick up a room by room home safety checklist.
Bone Up on Osteoporosis
Wed., Oct. 28, 2-3:30pm, Annex Misty Spano, RN, JCMC
Gain a better understanding of osteoporosis, how it develops, the role of exercise, information on bone density testing and treatment options.
SUPPORT GROUP Smart Recovery
Every Wed., 4:30-6pm, HRC Sara T. and Brittany W.
SMART Recovery—science-based addiction support group. No matter what your addictive substance or behavior, learn tools to help you overcome. Empowering individuals to take responsibility of their recovery through behavioral changes.
Grief
Fri., Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23; 2:30-4pm, HRC April Collins, MSW, MSHA
After the loss of a loved one, we often experience a wide variety of emotions. Join us in a safe, non-judgmental environment to learn more about grief and how to cope from day to day.
Multiple Myeloma
Sat., Oct. 3, 11am-1pm, Annex Nancy Bruno, IMF
If you or someone you love has multiple myeloma, please join us for information, support and caring. Join us to learn new options and medications for myeloma.
Mended Hearts
Tues., Oct. 6, 11:30am-1pm, Annex Employee Assistance Program
Mended Hearts offers information and support to individuals who have had heart surgery. Join us for a discussion on stress management.
Lymphedema
Thurs., Oct. 8, 5-6pm, HRC Join us for this support group that is devoted to advocating and assisting those with lymphedema. Jennifer Hovatter, BS, Public Health
Early Onset Alzheimer’s
Fri., Oct. 9, 23; 11am-12pm, Annex Tabitha Ebbert, Alzheimer’s Association
Mommy & Me: Breast Feeding
Mon., Oct. 12, 26; 10-11:30am, Annex Get to know other moms who are breastfeeding and gain information and support. Chasta Hite, RNC, IBCLC, MSHA
Fibromyalgia
Tues., Oct. 13, 5-6:30pm, HRC Maggie Cooper, LMT, HTPA
If you or a loved one has fibromyalgia, join us to learn more about how vibration therapy & energy medicine can benefit those with fibromyalgia.
Weight Loss Surgery
Wed., Oct. 14, 6-7:30pm, Annex Michael Phillips, Behavioral Health Assessment Couselor, Woodridge
Support is here for your journey! Join others on the same journey for tools, shared learning and strategies for your support. Together, we will support your success.
Parkinson’s
Sat., Oct. 17, 10:30am-12:30pm, Annex Come learn how to exercise your brain. Train yourself to use tricks to help with memory. Just have Peggy Willocks fun with what researchers are saying about using games and creativity activities.
Join our new support group that is designed to provide emotional, educational and social support for caregivers and people in the early stage of Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia through regularly scheduled meetings. These groups help participants develop coping methods and encourage caregivers to maintain their personal, physical and emotional health.
OCTOBER 2015
Kingsport Health Resources Center Classes
Date/Time/Speaker
Registration is required. Call 800-888-5551. Free unless otherwise noted.
Description
DIABETES Better Blood Sugars in 30 Days
Wed., Oct. 14, 2-3pm Teri Hurt, RN, CDE
Walk through a month of tips that can improve your blood sugar. Small steps can lead to BIG rewards.
Pre-Diabetes: Reduce Your Risk
Wed., Oct. 14, 3-4pm Teri Hurt, RN, CDE
Have you ever been told you have “pre-diabetes” or “borderline” diabetes? Change the course you’re on and learn how to decrease your risk of developing diabetes.
Diabetes Trivia Challenge
Fri., Oct. 16, 15; 8:30-9:30am Doreen Lancaster, RN
How much do you know about diabetes? Join this early morning, friendly competition and education session and enjoy a snack of healthy muffins and coffee.
Tues., Oct. 20; 10-11am Lilly Diabetes My Heidi Mohn, RN, CDE, Lilly Educator Program Diabetes Educator Carb Counting & Insulin Therapy
Interactive, personalized program designed to help you fit diabetes care into your busy life. Learn how to monitor and treat high or low blood sugar, eat healthy and stay active. You’ll leave with an action plan to share with your healthcare provider. Call 855-559-3422 to register!
Mon., Oct. 26, 10-11am Join us to learn what you need to know about meal planning when taking insulin. Jessica Leu, MS, RD, LDN, BC-A
FOOD & NUTRITION Heart Disease and Diabetes
Tues., Oct. 6, 6-7pm Katie Gagel, RD
Cardiovascular disease is strongly related to diabetes. It is important to know how to eat for heart disease prevention and blood glucose control. Come learn about the relationship and how to reduce complications.
Postpartum Recovery & the Role of Nutrition
Tues., Oct. 20, 11am-Noon Jennifer Banks, RD, & Doreen Lancaster, RN
Feeling overwhelmed and tired after having your baby? What’s the difference between baby blues and post partum depression? What role does nutrition play post partum and in breastfeeding? Learn all this and more. Door prize!
Eat to Breathe: Nutrition in CHF
Thurs., Oct. 22, 3-4pm Lisa Rice, RN
Maintaining your nutritional health can be a challenge when you have CHF. Recommendations and tips for better nutrition will be discussed.
Pumpkin Patch
Mon., Oct. 26, 6-7pm Katie Gagel, RD
Pumpkins are utilized for decoration and seasonal flavors during fall months. Join us to discover some little-known facts about pumpkins and ways to use them in cooking. Samples provided.
HEALTH SCREENINGS Labs
Tues., Oct. 13, 7-9am
No food/drink (except water) for 8-12 hours before the test. Call for appointment. $25 Coronary Risk Panel – total cholesterol, HDL, LDL, triglycerides, glucose and hematocrit. $20 Liver Panel – albumin, bilirubin: total/direct/indirect, bilirubin ratio, alkaline phosphatase, total protein, ALT, AST. $20 Hemoglobin A1c. $30 TSH-thyroid. $35 PSA-prostate. Cash/check only.
Child I.D & Fingerprinting
Any day, Mon.-Sat., 8am-6pm
It is important to act fast when a child is missing from your home. The Child I.D. Kit will help you be prepared to give law enforcement information they need. Drop in to pick up a kit, learn safety tips and have your child fingerprinted.
Stress Sat., Oct. 3, 10-11am Management Tips Tanya Fuccio, RN
Trying to unwind? Learn practical tips to manage your stress and techniques to help you relax.
Lower Your Cholesterol
Mon., Oct. 5, 10-11am Doreen Lancaster, RN
Learn practical nutrition and lifestyle tips to help you improve cholesterol and triglyceride numbers.
How to Create a Living Will
Tues., Oct. 6, 11am-Noon Marc Rogers, MD ETSU Family Physicians
Step by step instructions, from a physician, on how to create your own living will.
Building Better Relationships
Tues., Oct. 6, 3:45-4:45pm Sara Carico, LMSW
Join our therapist as she shares some simple ways to create an improved relationship and better communication.
Insure Tennessee
Wed., Oct. 7, 10-11am Zellie Earnest, Community Advocate
Insure Tennessee: insurance for those in the gap between Obamacare and TennCare. Learn about the plan, identify eligibility and discuss its health and economic impact on our community and state.
Cardiomyopathy
Wed., Oct. 7, 4-5pm Lisa Rice, RN
Anyone can develop cardiomyopathy, a serious disease of the heart muscle. Assess your risk and learn the symptoms and treatment available.
Domestic Violence 101
Thurs., Oct. 8, 10-11am Kaylin Render, Assistant District Attorney
Join Kaylin Render, assistant D.A., as she discusses how to protect yourself or a loved one from domestic violence and the response to domestic violence by law enforcement.
No Fibbing: Atrial Fibrillation
Thurs., Oct. 8, 3-4pm Lisa Rice, RN
Do you ever feel like your heart is skipping a beat? It could be atrial fibrillation. Learn about this common cardiac condition and current treatment options. Continues on Reverse
Continued from Inside Asthma Basics
Sat., Oct. 10, 10:30-11:30am Tanya Fuccio, RN
Join us to learn asthma basics, the importance of an asthma action plan and common asthma terminology.
Hair with Flair
Tues., Oct. 13, 11am-Noon JCPenney Salon Staff
Learn how to style and take care of your own hair with quick and easy styling tips from the pros.
Be Your Own Breast Friend
Thurs., Oct. 15, 10:30-11:30am Gayle Hawley, RN, BSN, OCN
Palpitation Basics
Wed., Oct. 14, 1-1:30pm Lisa Rice, RN
Does it ever feel as if your heart skips a beat? Join us for this 30 minute session on palpitations and learn what causes them and when you need to seek medical attention.
Thyroid Disorders 101
Thurs., Oct. 15, 4-5pm Lisa Rice, RN
Join us to learn the basics of thyroid function and thyroid disease.
Dash to Better Blood Pressure
Mon., Oct. 19, 9-10am Doreen Lancaster, RN
Discover the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH), how exercise can help and ways to cope with stress.
Eye Injury Prevention
Mon., Oct. 19, 11am-Noon Dr. John Chapman, Opthalmologist
Oct. is recognized as eye injury prevention month. Join Dr. Chapman as he discusses practical ways to prevent eye injury.
Parenting That Works
Tues., Oct. 20, 2-3pm Ashley Mullins, Regional Intervention Program Coordinator
Introduction to behavior modifications for parents with children ages 2-6. Time will be allowed for questions.
COPD
Wed., Oct. 21, Noon-1pm Lisa Rice, RN
Learn the facts about chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) also known as emphysema or chronic bronchitis. Prevention of COPD and treatment options will be discussed.
CHF
Thurs., Oct. 22, 2-3pm Lisa Rice, RN
Have you or someone you know been diagnosed with CHF? Join us to learn the basics of CHF and useful strategies for preventing hospital admissions.
E-Cigarettes: Are Thurs., Oct. 22, 5-6pm They Really Better Melony Ison, Sullivan Co. for You? Anti-Drug Coalition
Learning about risk factors and early detection of breast cancer could mean less treatment and an early cure. Join Indian Path’s Cancer Navigator for this informative session.
Are e-cigs safer than tobacco? Are they a new form of addiction? Get the scoop on this new trend.
Make Your Own Body Scrubs
Join us for some healthy fun. Amy will share how simple it is to make basic body scrubs that leave your Fri., Oct. 23, 2-3pm Amy Boyles, Marketing Manager skin soft and hydrated. Demo & recipes included.
Sciatica: Alternative Pain Management & Exercises
Thurs., Oct. 29, 11:30am-12:30pm Sciatica can be a debilitating, painful and sometimes recurring condition that many face. Ashley will Ashely Sigwalt, Athletic Trainer share info about alternative pain management and simple exercises you can do at home.
Home Safe Home
Thurs., Oct. 29, 2-3pm Tanya Fuccio, RN
Nearly 20,000 people die yearly from home accidents. Most of these can be prevented! Learn practical tips to stay safe, healthy and happy in your own home year round.
Money Matters: Thurs., Oct. 29, 5-6pm Social Security for Michael Bird, CFP Couples
Learn the importance of coordinating your social security benefits with your spouse and the two key things you need to know about survivor benefits.
Head Injuries
Fri., Oct. 30, 11am-Noon Selma Kominek, MD, ETN Brain & Spine
Nearly 2 million people sustain a head injury yearly in the U.S with falls, wrecks and sports injuries being the most common causes. Learn symptoms to look for and more.
Joint Replacement
Fri., Oct. 30, 1-3pm Joy Martin, RN
Considering a hip or knee replacement? Join this presentation and learn how to prepare for joint replacement, what to expect before and after surgery and the questions you need to ask the doctor about your surgery.
Yoga Basics
Tues., Oct. 6, 13, 20, 27; 10:30-11:30am Amy Fitzpatrick, MS, RD, R-HYI
Learn how yoga and meditation can be used as part of a holistic approach to health and well-being. Bring mat if you have one. $5 Fee. Cash only.
The Marketplace: Quality Health Plan Enrollment
Wed. Oct. 7, 21; 2-4 Thurs., Oct. 15, 2-4pm Luke Martinez, Advanced Patient Advocacy Navigator
Have you recently lost insurance coverage or searching for more affordable health coverage? Open enrollment begins November 1. Let us help you find a plan that fits you.
SUPPORT GROUPS Gluten-Free TriCities
Thurs., Oct. 1, 4:30-5:30pm Jill Skeans
Discussion Topic: Sweet treats including desserts and Halloween candy.
Healing the Hurt: Grief Support Group
Tues., Oct. 6, 5-6pm Sara Carico, LMSW
A NEW grief support group focused on healing the hurt of loss in a supportive atmosphere. Join our professional therapist and other peers for sharing, validation, insight and tools to resuming a happier life. Ideal for those dealing with death, divorce, job or pet loss.
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Now forming a new Grief Support Group in Kingsport. Join us as we focus on healing the hurt of loss.
Ongoing HRC Services • Free blood pressure checks. • Individual nutritional counseling by appointment with a registered dietitian. • Cholesterol & A1C screenings: available daily, by appointment. Call 423-915-5200 to schedule.
$25 fee each. Cash or check only. Johnson City location only. • Fall Risk Assessment available daily. Learn your risk for falling and fall prevention tips. • Sleep Apnea Screenings • Registered nurse available to provide health information. • COPD Screening: (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) • Yellow Dot Program: Walk in any day, any time. Designed to supply first responders with an individual’s medical information in the event of an emergency. Stop by to complete your Yellow Dot Emergency Medical Information form and receive a yellow dot car decal. Bring driver’s license or current photo to make a copy for your form.
