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Meridian Women’s
Heart Connection
Women and Heart Disease
Women experience different signs and
symptoms of heart disease than men. Ellen
Nixon, R.N., will discuss a woman’s risk
factors and what lifestyle changes you can
make to prevent heart disease.
October 26, 11:00 a.m. – noon
Meridian Fitness and Wellness Center at Hazlet
MERIDIAN NEUROSCIENCE
Memory Loss: Lecture and
Screening
If you or a loved one is experiencing
increased forgetfulness, trouble
concentrating, or difficulty performing
familiar tasks, you may benefit from this
informative lecture. Memory screenings
will follow the event.
September 7, noon – 3:00 p.m.
Family Resource Center at the Ocean Club
October 10, 11:00 a.m. – noon
Meridian Fitness and Wellness Center at Hazlet
with Jacqueline Rondeau, Psy.D.
Coping with a Brain Injury
This program will provide an overview of
the changes that occur after a brain injury
and offer ways that patients and family
members can adjust and cope in their
daily lives. Cosponsored by the Brain Injury
Alliance of New Jersey.
September 18, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Family Resource Center at the Ocean Club
Express Yourself —
Group Speech Therapy
If you suffered from a head injury or
stroke and have already completed speech
therapy, this class may be for you. For
pricing and registration, call 732-836-4007.
Parkinson’s Life Enrichment
Exercise Class
This program helps people with Parkinson’s
improve their flexibility, balance, and
strength, enabling them to perform
everyday activities with greater ease.
Call Meridian Life Fitness in Brick at
732-836-4007 for fees and to register.
MERIDIAN PEDIATRIC
NETWORK
Food Allergies and Kids
Join pediatric allergist and immunologist Tina
Zecca, D.O., as she discusses how to identify
and avoid foods your child may be allergic to.
September 12, 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Meridian Fitness and Wellness Center at Hazlet
Children and Asthma
Join specialists from Meridian Pediatric
Network as they explain the signs and
symptoms, diagnosis, and best practice
care guidelines for asthma in children.
September 25, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Jersey Shore University Medical Center
Brennan Rooms 104/105
with Nader Nakhleh, D.O.
October 3, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Riverview Medical Center
Joan and Robert Rechnitz Conference and
Education Center
with Tina Zecca, D.O.
Childhood Immunizations
Come hear pediatrician Raja Barakat, M.D.,
address the basics of vaccinations,
common questions, and the importance
of childhood immunizations.
October 2, 11:00 a.m. – noon
Meridian Fitness and Wellness Center at Hazlet
Safe Sitter
Meridian offers training for babysitters ages 11
to 14. In a fun learning environment, this class
will review safety for both the babysitters
and the children left in their care, including
information on handling emergencies, first
aid, and CPR. The fee is $40.
October 6, 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Family Resource Center at the Ocean Club
October 8, 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Ocean Medical Center, Conference Room C
Your Child and the Flu
The flu can be scary, especially in a child.
Join pediatrician Sharon Yuen, M.D., as she
discusses the causes, signs and symptoms,
and diagnosis of the flu in children.
October 17, 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Meridian Fitness and Wellness Center at Hazlet
Car Seat Safety Checks
Sponsored by the New Jersey State Police and
the Trauma Center at Jersey Shore University
Medical Center. No registration necessary.
First Tuesday of each month, 3:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Jersey Shore University Medical Center
CHILDBIRTH/MATERNITY
CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION SERIES
Meridian Health offers classes and seminars
for first-time and experienced parents,
as well as tours, classes for siblings, and
more! Registration required. Please register
before your third trimester. To learn more
about our fun and informative classes, visit
MeridianMomtourage.com.
STRIKE A POSE: YOGA FOR
MOMS AND MOMS-TO-BE
Classes focus on gentle postures, breathing
techniques, and relaxation to prepare for
childbirth or recover after childbirth. Call
Meridian Life Fitness in Point Pleasant at
732-295-1778 for fees and to register.
COUNSELING AND
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Addiction Recovery Services
Meridian Behavioral Health provides
treatment to individuals who suffer from
the multifaceted illness of alcohol and/
or drug addiction. Services available at
multiple locations. Call for information.
Children’s Group
Counseling
Meridian Behavioral Health offers
individual, family, and group therapy for
children ages 3 to 18. To schedule a firsttime
appointment, call 732-869-2784,
ext. 2. For more detailed information, call
Jim Ullman at 732-869-2759.
DIABETES
Diabetes and You
Have you been diagnosed with diabetes?
Join David Hyppolite, M.D., and learn about
risk factors, treatments, and how to control
your diabetes.
September 26, 11:00 a.m. – noon
Meridian Fitness and Wellness Center at Hazlet
Take Control of Your
Health
Join us for this six-week program and
learn how to cope with symptoms and
frustrations, and design your own diabetes
self-management program.
October 9, 9:30 a.m. – noon
Family Resource Center at the Ocean Club
Meridian HealthViews • September/October 2012
Call 1-800-DOCTORS or 1-800-560-9990 to register for programs.
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