Easton Hospital Announces May Calendar of Events

Easton, Pa (February 27, 2012) Easton Hospital offers a wide array of health care educational classes, information sessions and support groups for the benefit of the community. The May 2012 schedule offers:

May 2 - Diabetes Support Group 6:30 p.m. — 8:00 p.m., A & B Education Room, Easton Hospital Diabetes education and appropriate support is key to making effective lifestyle changes. To be part of the support group, call 610-250-4462.

May 3 - Adjustable Gastric Band Support Group 6:00 p.m., ACB Education Room, Easton Hospital Call 610-250-4116 for more information.

Bariatric Surgery Information Session 7:00 p.m., Kroner Auditorium, Easton Hospital An information session to educate individuals about the weight-loss surgery options available today. No reservations needed. For more information, call 610-250-4116.

May 7, 14, & 21 - Diabetes Self-Management Course 6:00 p.m. ACB Education Room, Easton Hospital This recognized American Diabetes Association program consists of a one hour initial individual assessment by our Certified Diabetes Educator. Call 610-250-4462.

May 8 - Cancer Survivors Support Group 1:30 — 2:30 p.m., 3W Solarium, Easton Hospital Call 610-250-4027 for more information.

Living Your Life with Cardiac Disease 5:30 p.m., Kroner Auditorium, Easton Hospital Reserve your seat by May 1; call 610-250-4678.

Breast Feeding Class 7:00 p.m. — 9:00 p.m., Kroner Auditorium Cost $30, if taking Prepared Childbirth class cost is $20. Call 610-250-4242 for registration and information.

May 9 - Sleeve Gastrectomy Support Group 6:00 p.m., ACB Education Room, Ground Floor, Easton Hospital Call 610-250-4116 for more information.

May 10- New Member Orientation — A Senior Circle Event 2:30 p.m., Rehab Conf. Room, Easton Hospital New Members are invited to attend and find out about the fun activities available through Senior Circle. For reservation, call 610-250-8484.

May 11 - “Working in the Coal Mines” Trip — A Senior Circle Event 8:00 a.m. — 8:30 p.m., Lackawanna Coal Mine Join us for our Senior Circle trip to the Lackawanna Coal Mine. We will also be stopping at the Mohegan Sun for gambling fun. Cost is $57/ person. Bus leaves from Dixie Parking Lot, Easton Hospital. Reservations are required, call 610-250-8484.

May 12 - Prepared Childbirth 8:00 a.m. — 4:00 p.m., Kroner Auditorium, Easton Hospital Taught by certified childbirth educator this class covers topics from delivery, to relaxation tips and conditioning exercises. Cost $100. Call 610-250-4242 to register.

May 14 - Dinner Club — A Senior Circle Event 5:00 p.m., Friendly’s, William Penn Highway, Easton Try out a new restaurant with Senior Circle. Pay for your own meal. Cancellations required by noon the Friday before the event. Reserve your seat, call 610-250-8484.

May 15 - Gastric Bypass Support Group 6:00 p.m., Kroner Auditorium, Easton Hospital Call 610-250-4116 for more information.

Breast Cancer Survivors Support Group 7:00 p.m., Rehab. Conference Room, Easton Hospital Call 610-250-4027 for more information.

May 17 - Lyme Disease Presentation — A Senior Circle Event 12:00 p.m., Kroner Auditorium, Easton Hospital Wesley Kozinn, MD, will discuss the warning signs, symptoms and treatment options for Lyme Disease. Cost is $4/ person. For reservations call, 610-250-8484.

May 21 - Bariatric Surgery Information Session 10:00 a.m., Kroner Auditorium, Easton Hospital An information session on weight-loss surgery options available today. No reservations needed. Call 610-250-4116.

Stroke Survivor/Caregiver Support Group 6:45 p.m. — 8:00 p.m. Rehabilitation Conference Room, Easton Hospital For more information call 610-250-4283 or 610-250-2263.

May 22 - Themed BINGO — A Senior Circle Event 2:30 p.m., Kroner Auditorium, Easton Hospital Enjoy “Green-themed” BINGO. Bring a $5 themed-gift for the “prize table.” Reservations are required; call 610-250-8484.

Pulmonary Disease Support Group 5:30 — 7:00 p.m., Kroner Auditorium, Easton Hospital Call 610-250-4678 to register or for more information.

May 31 - Birthday Celebrations — A Senior Circle Event 2:30 p.m., Kroner Auditorium, Easton Hospital All Senior Circle members are invited to celebrate their fellow members March birthdays. Cake and coffee will be served. Reservations required, call 610-250-8484.

Oh, My Aching Feet: A Look at the Perils of High Heels — A Healthy Woman Event 6:00 p.m., Kroner Auditorium, Easton Hospital Joseph Saka, MD, Podiatrist, will discuss the damage wearing high heels can have on women’s feet and offer insight into shoe gear that can alleviate foot pain. Free foot screenings will be offered. For questions, call 610-250-4555 and to reserve your spot visit: easton-hospital.com/HealthyWoman.