May/JUNe 2013 - Jersey Shore Medical Center
May/JUNe 2013 - Jersey Shore Medical Center
May/JUNe 2013 - Jersey Shore Medical Center
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MERIDIAN CANCER CARE<br />
Improve Your quality of life<br />
Develop strategies to cope with the<br />
impact of a cancer diagnosis using<br />
integrative medicine. This program is for<br />
patients suffering with cancer or other<br />
chronic illnesses and for caregivers. To<br />
register, call 609-978-8900, ext. 2708.<br />
<strong>May</strong> 1, 10:00 a.m. – noon<br />
Southern Ocean <strong>Medical</strong> <strong>Center</strong><br />
Beach Plum Conference Room<br />
Stop Smoking with Hypnosis<br />
Hypnotherapy is effective in alleviating<br />
unwanted habits and developing<br />
positive behaviors and lifestyle changes.<br />
The fee is $30.<br />
<strong>May</strong> 13 and June 10, 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.<br />
Meridian Fitness and Wellness<br />
at Hazlet<br />
BREAST CANCER UPDATE<br />
Evan Naylor, M.D., will provide the most<br />
up-to-date information on prevention<br />
and treatment of breast cancer. The<br />
lecture will be followed by a questionand-answer<br />
period.<br />
June 11, 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.<br />
Family Resource <strong>Center</strong> at the Ocean<br />
Club, Stafford Township<br />
Look Good, Feel Better<br />
The American Cancer Society offers<br />
this program to individuals being<br />
treated for cancer. Learn makeup and<br />
hair tricks to help make you look and<br />
feel better.<br />
<strong>May</strong> 21, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.<br />
Southern Ocean <strong>Medical</strong> <strong>Center</strong><br />
Beach Plum Conference Room<br />
June 3, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.<br />
Bayshore Community Hospital,<br />
Infusion Suite, 4th Floor<br />
SURVIVORSHIP GARDEN — ANNUAL<br />
CEREMONIAL PLANTING<br />
In honor of National Cancer Survivors<br />
Day, survivors, friends, and family are<br />
invited to garden with representatives<br />
from the Kaleidoscope of Hope.<br />
June 1, 10:00 a.m. – noon<br />
<strong>Jersey</strong> <strong>Shore</strong> University <strong>Medical</strong> <strong>Center</strong><br />
Amdur Pavilion<br />
NOVEL CHEMOTHERAPIES FOR<br />
PATIENTS WITH METASTATIC DISEASE<br />
<strong>Medical</strong> oncologist Peter Mencel, M.D.,<br />
discusses the latest information about<br />
chemotherapy for metastatic cancer of<br />
the thyroid.<br />
June 3, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.<br />
<strong>Jersey</strong> <strong>Shore</strong> University <strong>Medical</strong> <strong>Center</strong><br />
<strong>Medical</strong> Staff Board Room<br />
FATHER’S DAY: MEN’S HEALTH SPECIAL<br />
Bring that special man in your life and<br />
join Rama Sambandan, M.D., as he<br />
discusses prostate and colon health as<br />
well as other men’s health issues. Each<br />
attendee will receive a free guest pass<br />
to the Fitness <strong>Center</strong>. A free colonrectal<br />
screening kit will be provided.<br />
June 12, 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.<br />
Meridian Fitness and Wellness <strong>Center</strong><br />
at Hazlet<br />
COLON-RECTAL CANCER: Preventive<br />
Measures You Can Take<br />
Howard Ross, M.D., will discuss risks,<br />
prevention, and the latest treatment<br />
options. A free colon-rectal screening<br />
kit will be provided.<br />
June 25, 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.<br />
Riverview <strong>Medical</strong> <strong>Center</strong><br />
Navesink River Conference Room<br />
CHILDREN’S ART THERAPY<br />
Meridian Cancer Care offers art therapy<br />
for children ages 4½ to 13 who have<br />
experienced a loss or are dealing with<br />
a chronically or terminally ill loved one.<br />
Registration required. Call 732-530-2382.<br />
Childbirth/Maternity<br />
MERIDIAN Pediatric NETWORK<br />
SAFE SITTER<br />
Meridian offers babysitting training<br />
for boys and girls ages 11 to 14. This<br />
class will review safety for both the<br />
babysitters and children left in their<br />
care in a fun learning environment. The<br />
class includes handling emergencies,<br />
first aid, and CPR. The fee is $40.<br />
<strong>May</strong> 4, 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.<br />
Ocean <strong>Medical</strong> <strong>Center</strong><br />
Conference Room A<br />
<strong>May</strong> 18 and June 8, 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.<br />
Meridian Fitness and Wellness <strong>Center</strong><br />
at Hazlet<br />
June 28, 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.<br />
Family Resource <strong>Center</strong> at the Ocean<br />
Club, Stafford Township<br />
CAR SEAT SAFETY CHECK<br />
Sponsored by the New <strong>Jersey</strong> State<br />
Police and the Trauma <strong>Center</strong> at<br />
<strong>Jersey</strong> <strong>Shore</strong> University <strong>Medical</strong><br />
<strong>Center</strong>. No registration necessary.<br />
First Tuesday of each month<br />
3:00 – 7:00 p.m.<br />
<strong>Jersey</strong> <strong>Shore</strong> University <strong>Medical</strong><br />
<strong>Center</strong><br />
CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION SERIES<br />
Meridian Health offers classes<br />
and seminars for first-time and<br />
experienced parents, as well as<br />
tours, classes for siblings, and<br />
more! Registration required.<br />
Please register before your third<br />
trimester. To learn more about our<br />
fun and informative classes, visit<br />
MeridianMomtourage.com.<br />
STRIKE A POSE: YOGA FOR MOMS<br />
AND MOMS-TO-BE<br />
Classes focus on gentle postures,<br />
breathing techniques, and overall<br />
relaxation to prepare for childbirth<br />
or recover after childbirth. Call<br />
Meridian Life Fitness in Point<br />
Pleasant at 732-295-1778 for fees<br />
and to register.<br />
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Call 1-800-DOCTORS or 1-800-560-9990 to register for programs.
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