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Helping Calgary Women Reach Their <strong>Health</strong> Potential<br />

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Women’s <strong>Health</strong> Resources<br />

COURSE CALENDAR<br />

September - November<br />

2012<br />

<strong>Health</strong> Education and<br />

information for Women<br />

<strong>Your</strong> Physical <strong>Health</strong><br />

<strong>Your</strong> Social and Emotional <strong>Health</strong><br />

<strong>Your</strong> Nutritional <strong>Health</strong><br />

Managing a Chronic <strong>Health</strong> Concern<br />

www.calgarywomenshealth.ca


<strong>When</strong> <strong>Your</strong> <strong>Bladder</strong><br />

Becomes a Bother<br />

<strong>Bladder</strong> leaks are no laughing matter…a common but unspoken problem.<br />

One in four women have stress urinary incontinence (SUI). �is type of incontinence is the leakage of urine during<br />

physical activity such as sneezing, coughing, laughing or lifting. �is can be an embarrassing problem.<br />

“�ere are a number of options available to women with stress incontinence,” says Dr. Magali Robert, Calgary<br />

urogynecologist. “�is includes pelvic �oor (Kegel) exercises preferably with the direction of a pelvic health physiotherapist.”<br />

�e pelvic �oor is a hammock of muscles that stretch across the bottom of the pelvis. It is attached to the pubic bone in<br />

front and to the tailbone behind.<br />

Find <strong>Your</strong> Pelvic Floor<br />

�ere are a few ways for you to feel your pelvic �oor working. Can you stop or slow the �ow of urine halfway through<br />

emptying your bladder? (�is is just a test to �nd where the muscles are and should not be used as an ongoing exercise).<br />

Can you tighten the muscles around your anus as if stopping gas? As you tighten all of the pelvic �oor muscles, do not tighten<br />

your legs, bottom or tummy. Do not hold your breath. Focus on the full relaxation of the muscles after the contraction!<br />

Exercise <strong>Your</strong> Pelvic Floor<br />

�e pelvic �oor muscles need to be exercised in a couple of ways for optimal function. For a slow and sustained<br />

contraction squeeze and lift slowly and work up to a 10 second hold time. Relax completely for 10 seconds between<br />

each contraction. Repeat 10 times.<br />

For a quick and short contraction squeeze and lift as quickly as possible<br />

holding for 1 second and then releasing. Repeat 10 times. Practice these<br />

exercises regularly 3 times a day thorough all stages of your life. It may<br />

take 6-8 weeks to notice improved pelvic �oor function.<br />

Dr. Robert advises that, “�e best strategy is to prevent the problem by actively<br />

doing pelvic �oor exercises before incontinence begins. �is should be a lifelong<br />

habit that is started early.”<br />

Attend the “Exercising <strong>Your</strong> Pelvic Floor Class” o�ered through Women’s <strong>Health</strong> Resources.<br />

It is a great class to attend to help with the prevention or treatment of stress urinary<br />

incontinence. It is also helpful for those with pelvic organ prolapse, bowel incontinence<br />

or those looking to prevent pelvic �oor problems.<br />

Jodi Boucher BScPT, Pelvic <strong>Health</strong> Physiotherapist<br />

Calgary Pelvic Floor Clinic, Women’s <strong>Health</strong> Centre


** Please register at least 4 days in advance to help ensure that the courses meet the registration minimum.<br />

EARLY BIRD PRIZE DRAW: Register for your courses on or before September<br />

6, and your name will be entered into a prize draw. The more courses you register for, the more<br />

times your name is entered! WIN a wellness gift certificate!<br />

FALL COURSE LIST<br />

September<br />

Transitions: Moving Ahead After Breast Cancer Tues Sept 4<br />

Body Composition and Weight Loss Thurs Sept 6<br />

Vaccination Through The Lifespan: Get Up to Date! Tues Sept 11<br />

Fibroids in <strong>Your</strong> Uterus? What Does it Mean? Wed Sept 12<br />

Decisions that Count: Advance Care Planning Tues Sept 18<br />

<strong>When</strong> Pain During Intercourse Becomes a Bother Wed Sept 19<br />

Irritable Bowel Syndrome Diet Thurs Sept 20<br />

Setting Boundaries Thurs Sept 20<br />

Keep the Flow: Artery <strong>Health</strong> and Prevention Tues Sept 25<br />

To Wait or Not To Wait: Timing <strong>Your</strong> Pregnancy Thurs Sept 27<br />

October<br />

Comfort During Medical Procedures Tues Oct 2<br />

Transitions: Moving Ahead After Breast Cancer Tues Oct 2<br />

Exercising <strong>Your</strong> Pelvic Floor Tues Oct 2 & 9<br />

No, It’s Not Hot! Signs and Symptoms of Menopause Wed Oct 3<br />

Detoxification: Myths and Misconceptions Thurs Oct 4<br />

Anger Management Group for Women – 6 sessions Thurs Oct 4 – Nov 8<br />

Chill Out! Strategies for Coping with Stress & Anxiety Thurs Oct 11<br />

Control <strong>Your</strong> Asthma – Live <strong>Your</strong> Life! Tues Oct 16<br />

Regulating <strong>Your</strong> Metabolism for Improved Energy Tues Oct 16<br />

Smooth Sailing Through Menopause Wed Oct 17<br />

<strong>Your</strong> Body After Baby Physiotherapy Class Wed Oct17<br />

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy: Changing <strong>Your</strong> Thought Patterns Thurs Oct 18 & 25<br />

Exercising <strong>Your</strong> Pelvic Floor Sat Oct 20<br />

Transform <strong>Your</strong> Stress, Transform <strong>Your</strong> <strong>Health</strong>: Heart Math Mon Oct 22 & 29<br />

Conscious Communication Tues Oct 23<br />

Eating for Energy: Get a Boost from <strong>Your</strong> Nutrition Tues Oct 23<br />

How to Have a Good Night’s Sleep Tues Oct 30<br />

November<br />

Transitions: Moving Ahead After Breast Cancer Tues Nov 6<br />

Balancing the Body Tues Nov 6<br />

Exercising <strong>Your</strong> Pelvic Floor Tues Nov 6 & 20<br />

<strong>Your</strong> Happiness Matters Too! Thurs Nov 8<br />

The Butterfly in <strong>Your</strong> Neck: The Glands that Affect <strong>Your</strong> Body Wed Nov 7<br />

Meditation: Slow <strong>Your</strong> Mind Tues Nov 13<br />

Heart <strong>Health</strong>y Eating Tues Nov 13<br />

<strong>Your</strong> Body After Baby Physiotherapy Class Wed Nov 14<br />

Getting Past <strong>Your</strong> Autopilot Reactions Thurs Nov 15<br />

Transform <strong>Your</strong> Stress, Transform <strong>Your</strong> <strong>Health</strong>: Heart Math Sat Nov 17 & 24<br />

The ABCs of Osteoporosis Wed Nov 21<br />

The Gift of Introversion Tues Nov 27<br />

3


SEPTEMBER COURSES<br />

Transitions: Moving Ahead After<br />

Breast Cancer<br />

AHS Breast <strong>Health</strong> Program<br />

Woman finishing treatment can feel abandoned by<br />

medical supports offered during treatment. This workshop<br />

will provide support and information to help you<br />

live well and reduce the risk of recurrence. Learn how<br />

to take control of your health through lifestyle changes;<br />

meet others learning to live beyond breast cancer; improve<br />

symptom management after treatment; and access<br />

community supports including nutrition and fitness<br />

experts.<br />

Tues September 4, 2:30-4pm WHR Cost: Free<br />

Body Composition and Weight Loss<br />

Dr. Carrie Mitchell Naturopathic Doctor<br />

An active lifestyle, well-balanced diet and healthy body<br />

composition are key to optimal health. Gain control of<br />

your health, energy and happiness with lifestyle and<br />

nutritional changes. Learn how our body composition<br />

is affected not only by our diet and exercise regimes,<br />

but stress and hormone imbalances. Discover easy and<br />

life-long changes you can implement into your life to<br />

achieve weight loss, leaner body composition and general<br />

health improvements!<br />

Thurs September 6, 7-9pm WHR Cost $25<br />

Vaccination Through the Lifespan:<br />

Get Up to Date!<br />

Joanne Coldham RN, MEd and Linda Rogers RN, BN<br />

AHS Public <strong>Health</strong><br />

In this session, you will learn the facts about how<br />

vaccines work, and the myths and misconceptions will<br />

also be addressed. The Public <strong>Health</strong> team will outline<br />

current evidence-based information on routine childhood<br />

vaccines, adult immunizations, and travel<br />

vaccines.<br />

Tues September 11, 7-9pm WHR Cost: Free<br />

4<br />

Fibroids in <strong>Your</strong> Uterus – What Does<br />

it Mean?<br />

Ranjit Uppal RN, BN, MN<br />

WHR Clinical Nurse Specialist<br />

Uterine fibroids are the most common benign tumours<br />

in women, but it is not known what causes them. Find<br />

out about the effects of having fibroids and discover<br />

what treatments are available.<br />

Wed September 12, 7-9pm WHR Cost $25<br />

Decisions that Count: Advance Care<br />

Planning<br />

Sharon Iversen Educational Consultant<br />

It is difficult to think about a time when we may not be<br />

able to communicate our healthcare wishes. If someone<br />

had to tell your healthcare team what you would want<br />

them to do, would your family or close friends know<br />

what kind of care you would want? Advance Care Planning<br />

is the process of thinking about, talking about, and<br />

documenting your wishes and your family member’s<br />

wishes for health care. Be proactive, and attend this session<br />

on the “how to” of advance care planning.<br />

Tues September 18, 7-9pm WHR Cost: Free<br />

<strong>When</strong> Pain During Intercourse<br />

Becomes a Bother<br />

Ranjit Uppal RN, BN, MN<br />

WHR Clinical Nurse Specialist<br />

Do you suffer from chronic pain in the vulva and area<br />

that has lasted at least 3 months? If you answered “yes,”<br />

you may have a type of Vulvodynia. Come to this workshop<br />

to find out more about the symptoms and types of<br />

vulvodynia. Treatment options will also be discussed.<br />

Wed September 19, 7-9pm<br />

Peter Lougheed Centre Cost $25


Irritable Bowel Syndrome Diet (IBS)<br />

Samara Felesky-Hunt RD<br />

The digestive system is an often misunderstood and<br />

overlooked part of the body. If you suffer from chronic<br />

diarrhea or constipation, abdominal pain, bloating and<br />

headaches, you may be diagnosed as having irritable<br />

bowel syndrome (IBS). Look at how to prevent IBS<br />

symptoms through diet, and how to avoid the fatigue,<br />

food intolerance, and low blood sugar that are often associated<br />

with IBS.<br />

Thurs September 20, 7-9pm WHR Cost $25<br />

Setting Boundaries<br />

Milena Meneghetti MSc, RPsych - WHR Psychologist<br />

Are you often stressed or overwhelmed by the demands<br />

of others? Do you feel put down or put upon? If so, you<br />

may be facing challenges with emotional boundaries.<br />

Boundaries define who you are and how you expect to be<br />

treated. Learn the importance and significance of healthy<br />

boundaries and how to incorporate them into your life.<br />

Thurs September 20, 7-9pm WHR Cost $25<br />

Keep the Flow:<br />

Artery <strong>Health</strong> & Prevention<br />

Noreen Antonishyn RN, MS, NP, CDE<br />

Learn how to manage the #1 women’s health concern<br />

today - cardiovascular health and stroke prevention.<br />

Come and be screened to determine your risks and<br />

how those risks can be managed.<br />

Tues September 25, 7-9pm WHR Cost $25<br />

To Wait or Not To Wait:<br />

Timing <strong>Your</strong> Pregnancy<br />

Dr. Suzanne Tough PhD and Dr. Jo-Ann Johnson MD<br />

Are you planning to start a family? Or are you interested<br />

in starting a family in the future? This session will give<br />

you the information you need about the risks and realities<br />

of having children into your 30’s and the impact that<br />

your age can have on your fertility and the health of your<br />

children. Learn about the potential complications of being<br />

pregnant a little later on in your reproductive life and<br />

the care you should seek for a pregnancy at this stage.<br />

Thursday September 27, 7-9pm WHR Cost $25<br />

OCTOBER COURSES<br />

Comfort During Medical Procedures<br />

Dr. Marta Edgar PhD, RPsych<br />

Learn to use relaxation and self-hypnosis to go through<br />

medical procedures calmly and comfortably. This<br />

workshop focuses on reducing anxiety and discomfort<br />

during a variety of medical diagnostic procedures from<br />

quick ones such as taking a blood sample to longer ones<br />

such as colonoscopy. Anxiety and tension are known<br />

to increase discomfort; we will examine factors that reduce<br />

anxiety and increase your sense of control. We will<br />

cover relaxation and self-hypnosis methods with directions<br />

on how to create your own calming audio-track<br />

Tues October 2, 7-9pm WHR Cost $25<br />

Transitions: Moving Ahead After<br />

Breast Cancer<br />

AHS Breast <strong>Health</strong> Program (*See Page 4)<br />

Tues October 2, 2:30-4:00pm WHR Cost: Free<br />

Exercising <strong>Your</strong> Pelvic Floor(2-part course)<br />

AHS Pelvic Floor Clinic<br />

Pelvic floor muscles are an essential component of the<br />

female body. They provide support to pelvic organs and<br />

help control the bladder and bowel. Learn practical information<br />

about how to “tune in” to this important part<br />

of your body. All women can benefit from this workshop!<br />

Mothers with babes in arms welcome; not suitable<br />

for active babies and toddlers.<br />

Tues October 2 & 9, 7-9pm WHR Cost $40 OR<br />

Sat October 20, 10am-2:30pm (2 parts)<br />

South Calgary <strong>Health</strong> Centre<br />

Cost: $40<br />

5


No, It’s Not Hot! Signs and Symptoms<br />

of Menopause<br />

Ranjit Uppal RN, BN, MN<br />

WHR Clinical Nurse Specialist<br />

Menopause can occur anytime from age 40 to 60. Perimenopause<br />

can occur a few months or a few years before<br />

menopause. Learn what you need to know to help you<br />

understand and manage this normal stage in your life.<br />

Wed October 3, 7-9pm<br />

South Calgary <strong>Health</strong> Centre Cost $25<br />

Detoxification:<br />

Myths and Misconceptions<br />

Dr. Carrie Mitchell, Naturopathic Doctor<br />

Detoxification is a powerful and preventative practice<br />

for overall health and wellness, but are all “detoxes” created<br />

equally? Learn how many ailments and symptoms<br />

we experience can be related to toxicity. Understand the<br />

theory and mechanisms of detoxification, and how we<br />

can safely and effectively remove harmful toxic chemicals<br />

stored in our bodies. Rejuvenate yourself!<br />

Thurs October 4, 7-9pm WHR Cost $25<br />

Anger Management Group for Women<br />

Sharon Christie MSW, RSW - WHR Outreach<br />

Do you feel anger is presenting problems in your life?<br />

Anger has the potential to destroy relationships and<br />

lead us to say and do things that we later regret. While<br />

anger is a natural emotion, we are often unsure how to<br />

use our feelings of anger in a more productive manner.<br />

This 6-week group will help you to understand<br />

your anger, how it looks different from anger in men,<br />

make more informed responses, and work on controlling<br />

your response to rage. Please call to express your<br />

interest for the group and determine if it’s a fit for you.<br />

Thursdays from October 4 – November 8<br />

WHR Cost: $60<br />

6<br />

Chill Out! Strategies for Coping with<br />

Stress and Anxiety<br />

Dr. Rachel Martin PhD, RPsych<br />

Are you, or someone you care about, struggling with<br />

stress or anxiety? You are not alone! This course will provide<br />

tools for coping with stress or anxiety - for women<br />

dealing with these issues and for the important people<br />

in their lives. We will explore risk factors symptoms,<br />

and a variety of simple yet effective strategies for managing<br />

stress and anxiety, including relaxation, mindfulness,<br />

lifestyle changes, and social support.<br />

Thurs October 11, 7-9pm WHR Cost $25<br />

Control <strong>Your</strong> Asthma – Live <strong>Your</strong> Life!<br />

Dr. Wendy Tink MD, CCFP, FCFP and<br />

Val Olson RRT, CRE<br />

Are you feeling like you can do everything you want to<br />

do while living with your asthma OR are you supporting<br />

others? Like any chronic disease, asthma is variable<br />

over time. Become aware of changes in symptoms that<br />

can occur and the appropriate medication use for controlling<br />

these symptoms, as well as how it could have<br />

an impact for your children. Bring your asthma related<br />

medications and devices for a hands-on review.<br />

Tues October 16, 7-9pm WHR Cost $25<br />

Regulating <strong>Your</strong> Metabolism for<br />

Improved Energy<br />

Dr. Alma Nenshi B.Sc, D.C.<br />

Do you wake up more tired than when you went to<br />

bed? Do you struggle with your weight and want to<br />

get off the dieting and weight loss rollercoaster? This<br />

workshop will cover the basics in digestion, stress,<br />

and detoxing as well as hormones and their impact on<br />

healthy metabolism. Take home strategies to improve<br />

your energy naturally.<br />

Tues October 23, 7-9pm WHR Cost: $25


Smooth Sailing Through Menopause<br />

Ranjit Uppal RN, BN, MN<br />

WHR Clinical Nurse Specialist<br />

Are you beginning to experience symptoms of menopause<br />

such as hot flashes, mood swings and sleeping<br />

problems? This session will introduce you to the changes<br />

that can occur during and after menopause and how<br />

best to manage these symptoms.<br />

Wed October 17, 7-9pm WHR Cost $25<br />

Cognitive Therapy: Changing Thoughts<br />

to Change <strong>Your</strong> Life (2-part course)<br />

Milena Meneghetti MSc, RPsych - WHR Psychologist<br />

One of the most significant, yet unacknowledged, influences<br />

on your life and well-being is internal dialogue.<br />

Negative self-talk can leave you feeling depressed,<br />

stressed and full of self-doubt. Cognitive therapy helps<br />

you to tap into the positive power of your thoughts -<br />

leading to a happier, more fulfilling life. This interactive<br />

course will look at techniques of cognitive behavioural<br />

therapy and how to apply them to the life you want.<br />

Thurs October 18 & 25, 7-9pm WHR Cost $40<br />

Transform <strong>Your</strong> Stress, Transform<br />

<strong>Your</strong> <strong>Health</strong>: HeartMath (2-part course)<br />

Christine Riddell RSW and Teri Dingwell RN, BN<br />

Research/Project Coordinators, AHS Mental <strong>Health</strong><br />

Screening & Early identification<br />

Learn how to identify and transform the stress response.<br />

This workshop includes coherence building<br />

techniques for quick and sustainable stress reduction.<br />

You’ll also learn the science behind the HeartMath<br />

System and see in real time how your emotions impact<br />

your body. This high impact program provides simple,<br />

proven tools and technologies that can be implemented<br />

in real‐time to reduce stress and help retrain the<br />

human stress response to healthier, more productive<br />

function. This session includes a workshop manual.<br />

Mon October 22 & 29 12:30pm – 3:30pm<br />

WHR Cost: $50<br />

Unleashing the Power of Conscious<br />

Communication<br />

Barbara Wiebe BEd and Dr. Foster Walker PhD<br />

Are you, or someone you care about, struggling with<br />

Discover how to build mutual respect and understanding<br />

– at home, at work, or with your friends. Learn to<br />

sharpen your communication skills: making objective<br />

observations, consciously connecting with feelings,<br />

identifying and appreciating the underlying needs, and<br />

making clear requests to support a positive outcome –<br />

applying Dr. Marshall Rosenberg’s Nonviolent Communication,<br />

or NVC.<br />

Tues October 23, 7-9:30pm WHR Cost $25<br />

Eating for Energy: Get a Boost from<br />

<strong>Your</strong> Nutrition<br />

Kim Wagner Jones MSc, RD<br />

How’s your energy? Do you get tired in the afternoon<br />

or find it difficult to get through your day? The food<br />

you choose and the timing of your meals and snacks<br />

can have an impact on your energy levels. Come and<br />

learn about nutritious choices and combinations that<br />

can boost your mental clarity, vitality and stamina.<br />

Tues October 23, 7-9pm WHR Cost $25<br />

Positively Pink<br />

Eat Well and Live Well: Optimizing<br />

Wellness in Breast Cancer through<br />

Nutrition<br />

Loreen Feser RN, BN, BFA (C), Clinical Nurse<br />

Consultant<br />

<strong>Health</strong>y Eating is important as you live with and<br />

beyond breast cancer. Proper nutrients can help you<br />

recover from treatment, achieve and maintain a health<br />

weight and help reduce your risk of recurrence. Come<br />

to this evening lecture to learn more about special nutrition<br />

considerations to be aware of during and after<br />

breast cancer treatment and how your food choices can<br />

assist you in reaching optimal health.<br />

Wed October 24, 7-9pm WHR Cost: Free<br />

7


<strong>Your</strong> Body After Baby Physiotherapy<br />

Class<br />

Jodi Boucher BScPT<br />

Using the muscles in your pelvic floor has many benefits!<br />

Learn how you can reduce or prevent urinary and<br />

bowel incontinence, help support the pelvic organs, and<br />

help restore sexual function and sensation by learning<br />

about your pelvic floor and how to exercise it. Guidelines<br />

will also be given on exercising safely after giving<br />

birth. Mothers with babes in arms are welcome - not<br />

suitable for active babies and toddlers.<br />

Wed October 17, 1-3pm WHR Cost $25<br />

How to Have a Good Night’s Sleep<br />

Angela Hobbs MEd<br />

Understand why your environment may be affecting<br />

your sleep patterns. As our bedrooms become safer<br />

and more luxurious, they’re becoming increasingly difficult<br />

to sleep in. Explore how noise, light, microwaves,<br />

electricity, chemicals, and air pollutants can keep you<br />

awake. You’ll discover some mistakes you may be making<br />

and some simple solutions that could give you a better<br />

night’s sleep.<br />

Tues October 30, 7-9pm WHR Cost $25<br />

NOVEMBER COURSES<br />

Transitions: Moving Ahead After<br />

Breast Cancer<br />

Breast <strong>Health</strong> Program (*See Page 4)<br />

Tues November 6, 2:30-4:00pm WHR Cost: Free<br />

Balancing the Body<br />

Nada Vignevic BA - Certified Chopra Centre Instructor<br />

Are you feeling as though your body is out of balance?<br />

There are internal & external influences that play a role<br />

in creating & maintain balance in your life. What are the<br />

ways to become balanced and stay balanced? You will learn<br />

the key elements of balance and the 5 key steps in aligning<br />

your body, that will prevent you from feeling pulled in<br />

any one direction. We will provide you with practices and<br />

techniques that will begin the balancing the process.<br />

Tues November 6, 7-9pm WHR Cost: $25<br />

8<br />

Exercising <strong>Your</strong> Pelvic Floor (2-part course)<br />

AHS Pelvic Floor Clinic (* See description from October)<br />

Tues November 6 & 20, 7-9pm WHR Cost: $40<br />

The Butterfly in <strong>Your</strong> Neck:<br />

Glands Affecting <strong>Your</strong> Body<br />

Ranjit Uppal RN, BN, MN<br />

WHR Clinical Nurse Specialist<br />

What effects do the thyroid, parathyroid and adrenal<br />

glands have on your health? Which one affects your<br />

hair, skin, weight and energy? Is it the same one that<br />

controls the calcium levels in the blood? The functions<br />

and effects of selected glands will be explored.<br />

Wed November 7, 7-9pm<br />

Peter Lougheed Centre Cost $25<br />

<strong>Your</strong> Happiness Matters Too!<br />

Milena Meneghetti MSc, RPsych - WHR Psychologist<br />

For a very long time we have wondered what really<br />

makes people happy. Is it success? Relationships?<br />

Money? In this course you will learn more about positive<br />

psychology. Understand more about optimism, living<br />

with meaning, and living in the moment. By the<br />

end of the course, you will know of better ways to focus<br />

on the right things that can lead to a happy life.<br />

Thurs November 8, 7-9pm WHR Cost $25<br />

Meditation: Slow <strong>Your</strong> Mind<br />

Nada Vignevic BA - Certified Chopra Centre Instructor<br />

Do you find that your mind is always racing with<br />

thoughts? Do you lie in bed at night, making your<br />

‘things-to-do’ list? Attend this introduction to meditation<br />

including the list of benefits, how to establish your<br />

meditation practice, and the, experiences during & after<br />

meditation. Participants will be guided through a short<br />

meditation & visualization that will assist in slowing<br />

down the mind.<br />

Tues November 13, 7-9pm WHR Cost: $25


Heart <strong>Health</strong>y Eating<br />

Kim Wagner Jones MSc, RD<br />

Do you have high cholesterol, high blood pressure or a<br />

family history of heart disease? While you can’t change<br />

your genes, you can make powerful diet and lifestyle<br />

changes to help lower your risk of heart disease. Come<br />

find out how to adopt these heart-healthy habits, and<br />

learn more about fibre, plant sterols, and healthy fats including<br />

Omega 3’s.<br />

Tues November 13, 7-9pm WHR Cost $25<br />

<strong>Your</strong> Body After Baby Physiotherapy<br />

Class<br />

Jodi Boucher BScPT (*See Page 8)<br />

Wed November 14, 1-3pm WHR Cost $25<br />

Getting Past <strong>Your</strong> “Autopilot” Reactions<br />

Gail Smillie MEd, RCC, CCC<br />

Our early relationships and experiences influence and<br />

inform our interpersonal world, our emotions and our<br />

connections with others….but these are not cast in<br />

stone. We can learn to repair relationships, raise healthy<br />

families, and improve our ability to see ourselves in our<br />

reactions and relationships. Learn how to understand<br />

“autopilot” reactions as a way of managing stress and<br />

anxiety, gain hope and help you help yourself.<br />

Thurs November 15, 7-9pm WHR Cost $25<br />

Transform <strong>Your</strong> Stress, Transform<br />

<strong>Your</strong> <strong>Health</strong>: HeartMath (2-part course)<br />

Christine Riddell RSW and Teri Dingwell RN, BN<br />

Research/Project Coordinators, AHS Mental <strong>Health</strong><br />

Screening & Early identification (*SeePage 7)<br />

Sat November 17 & 24, 9am-1pm<br />

South Calgary <strong>Health</strong> Centre Cost: $50<br />

The ABCs of Osteoporosis<br />

Ranjit Uppal RN, BN, MN<br />

WHR Clinical Nurse Specialist<br />

Do you have a history of osteoporosis in your family? If<br />

so, you may be at risk of developing osteoporosis yourself.<br />

Osteoporosis is a serious health condition that<br />

affects women as they age. It’s important to start protecting<br />

your bones as early as possible. Find out more<br />

about osteoporosis and learn how you can reduce your<br />

risk factors and protect your bones. Treatment options<br />

will also be discussed.<br />

Wed November 21, 7-9pm South Calgary<br />

<strong>Health</strong> Centre Cost $25<br />

The Gift of Introversion<br />

Sharon Christie, MSW, RSW - WHR Outreach<br />

Our culture commonly values the “gifts” of extroverts.<br />

While, introverts are often negatively described publicly<br />

as loners or antisocial individuals, an introvert offers<br />

her own unique strengths and value. Discover the gifts<br />

introverts bring to family, friends, and workplaces that<br />

may have been overlooked, and learn to build on these<br />

strengths when dealing with others.<br />

Tues November 27, 7-9pm WHR Cost $25<br />

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Foothills Medical Centre Site Map<br />

Buildings:<br />

1. Tom Baker Cancer Centre<br />

2. Foothills Hospital<br />

3. Women’s <strong>Health</strong> Centre – North Tower<br />

Parking:<br />

Visitor – Lot 1, 4, 8a<br />

1<br />

2<br />

Directions:<br />

<strong>When</strong> you enter the front doors of the Women’s <strong>Health</strong> Centre, you will see a sign that says “Childbirth<br />

Education Classes” with an arrow pointing left. Turn left, follow the signs, and take the elevator or stairs to the<br />

second fl oor.<br />

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<strong>When</strong> it comes<br />

to health care<br />

and treatment,<br />

you’ve got options<br />

<strong>When</strong> it comes to your health you’ve got<br />

options. You can visit your family doctor,<br />

an urgent care centre, or a walk-in clinic.<br />

You can also visit the emergency<br />

department for serious medical issues.<br />

And you always have the option of phoning<br />

<strong>Health</strong> Link <strong>Alberta</strong> and speaking to a<br />

Registered Nurse 24-hours a day. Either way,<br />

knowing your health care options will help<br />

you get the care you need, when you need it.<br />

Call <strong>Health</strong> Link <strong>Alberta</strong><br />

Toll-Free: 1-866-408-LINK (5465)<br />

Calgary: 403-943-LINK<br />

Edmonton: 780-408-LINK<br />

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Women’s <strong>Health</strong> Resources (WHR) RM 185<br />

1441 – 29 th St. N.W. Calgary, <strong>Alberta</strong> T2N 4J8<br />

Ph: 403-944-2260 Fax: 403-944-2271<br />

email: whr@albertahealthservices.ca<br />

See a site map on our website: www.calgarywomenshealth.ca<br />

Registration info:<br />

• Course registration closes 4 days in advance of the<br />

course and we do not guarantee late registrations.<br />

Please register early as this helps us ensure that we<br />

can run your course of interest.<br />

• Information provided in WHR courses is not<br />

intended to replace medical advice. Consult<br />

appropriate health care professionals for specific<br />

health advice.<br />

• Refunds and course credits are available only when<br />

workshops are cancelled. Refunds are not provided<br />

for missed courses. Parking is not included.<br />

• Some financial assistance is available for women<br />

who face significant financial concerns. Please call<br />

403-944-2260 to reserve a space.<br />

Need emotional support or know someone who<br />

does? <strong>Alberta</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Services</strong> offers access to<br />

a variety of additional programs.<br />

Access Mental <strong>Health</strong>:<br />

Have an Addiction or Mental <strong>Health</strong> related question? Not sure where<br />

to get help? Call us!<br />

Phone: (403) 943-1500 – option 1 for Child/Adolescent line; option 2<br />

for Adult line Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm<br />

Mobile Response Team: If you are in crisis the Mobile Response<br />

Team can help you over the phone, in the community, at your home<br />

or office. You can reach MRT by calling the Distress Centre (24 hours)<br />

and asking for “MRT”.<br />

Phone: 403-266-HELP (4357) Hours: 9:30am – 9:30pm 365<br />

days/year<br />

Register by phone, on-line, or by completing this form and<br />

sending it to Women’s <strong>Health</strong> Resources - to our address<br />

(include cheque), fax, or email (see info on left).<br />

Name:<br />

Address:<br />

City: Postal Code:<br />

Email:<br />

Day Time Ph:<br />

! Yes, please subscribe me (by email) to the<br />

Bloom e-newsletter<br />

Method of Payment<br />

! Cheque ! Visa ! Mastercard<br />

*Cheques are payable to “Women’s <strong>Health</strong> Resources”<br />

Credit Card Information:<br />

Card #<br />

Expiry Date: Security Code:<br />

(see below)<br />

Cardholder Name:<br />

Signature:<br />

Total Payment: $<br />

*Credit card payments will show as “<strong>Alberta</strong> <strong>Health</strong> <strong>Services</strong>”.<br />

You will be mailed a receipt.<br />

Credit Card photo – re security code<br />

1 2 3 4 5 678 9 1 2 3 4 5 67 1 2 3<br />

Security Code<br />

If you wish to support health education programs for women, we invite you to make a donation to<br />

Women’s <strong>Health</strong> Resources. Contact us at whr@albertahealthservices.ca or<br />

donate on-line through www.calgaryhealthtrust.ca under “How to Give”!

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