Health calendar 2/24/09

Today

Congestive Heart Failure

Learn how congestive heart failure is linked to the liver, abdomen, lower extremities and lungs. Call 332-1587 for more information.

When: 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Where: Harrison Room, Southeast Missouri Hospital.

Heart Smart screenings

Screenings available on a walk-in basis. Call 332-1587 for more information.

When: 7 to 10 a.m.

Where: HealthPoint in Cape Girardeau, 2126 Independence St.

Explorer Post 4077Young people ages 14 to 21 explore the career options available in health care. Call 332-1587 for more information.

When: 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Where: Room 106, Southeast Missouri Hospital

Wednesday

Kids Bee Fit

Hour-long classes for children 2 to 6, in the Kids Bee Fit area between center court and The Pasta House. Call 332-1587 for more information.

When: 9:30 to 10:45 a.m.

Where: Wellness Connection, West Park Mall

Heart and health screenings

Tests for cholesterol, cardiac risks, glucose and osteoporosis. Call 331-5970 for more information.

When: 7 to 10 a.m.

Where: Health and Wellness Center lobby atrium, Saint Francis Medical Center

Surgical Treatments for Arthritis

Seminar on the latest developments in joint replacement for arthritis suffers. Call 331-5593 for more information.

When: 6 p.m.

Where: Health and Wellness Center conference rooms 1 and 2, Saint Francis Medical Center.

Monday

Breast-feeding class

For expecting parents in their eighth or ninth month to learn more about breast feeding. The class covers breast physiology, milk production, positioning, diet, pumping and storing breast milk.

When: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Where: Call 877-231-2229 to verify location

March 3

Preparation for childbirth class

The class is a guide to pregnancy changes, labor signs and stages, pain control options, labor techniques and basic infant care. Tips on relaxing, positioning and breathing will also be discussed.

When: 5: 30 to 9 p.m.

Where: Call 877-231-2229 to verify location