June 15, 2009

Turlock - Emanuel Medical Center will offer in July 2009 a variety of health education classes and programs for residents of Turlock and nearby communities.

 

All programs are offered in meeting rooms or facilities at the hospital located at 825 Delbon Avenue in Turlock. For more information on any program, call the Education Department at (209) 664-2580 unless otherwise noted.

 

Blood Pressure Checks - FREE – Education Training Room – East Wing

July 14 and 28 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. – No reservation or fee required.  Retired nurse members of Emanuel Medical Center Volunteer Auxiliary offer blood pressure checks.

 

Childbirth Preparation – Two-Day Weekend Childbirth Preparation – Conference Room C – East Wing

July 11 and 12 - Saturday, July 11^th from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Sunday, July 12^th from 1:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.  Preregistration and $40.00 fee required.  Prepare for the birth of your child by attending this two-day class.  This weekend class will focus on the relaxation and coping skills needed for labor and birth, the birth process, infant care, breastfeeding, Cesarean birth and post-partum care.  A tour of the Mary Stuart Rogers Birthing Center is included.  Class is limited to 12 couples.

 

CPR Training - For Healthcare Providers – Conference Room C – East Wing

July 10 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. – Preregistration and $40.00 fee required.  This class is intended for Healthcare Providers.  Class size is limited. 

 

CPR – Retraining for Healthcare Providers – Conference Rooms D&E – East Wing

July 6 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. - Preregistration and $35.00 fee required.  Requires knowledge of current AHA guidelines.  A copy of current CPR card must accompany registration.  Class size is limited.

 

CPR – Retraining for Healthcare Providers – Conference Rooms D&E – East Wing

July 20 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. - Preregistration and $35.00 fee required.  Requires knowledge of current AHA guidelines.  A copy of current CPR card must accompany registration.  Class size is limited.

 

Living with Diabetes – Conference Room C - East Wing

July 28 and 30 from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. - Preregistration required.  $10 per family per series or $5 per class.  This class is designed for people newly diagnosed with diabetes or those looking to better manage their diabetes.  Not only are the basics of diabetes discussed like eating and exercise but also included in the class are guest speakers from the community.  These medical professionals share their expertise about diabetes.                    

 

Emanuel Medical Center is a not-for-profit, community-based, Christian hospital serving Turlock and nearby Central Valley communities.

 

For an up-to-date list of classes every month, visit our web site at www.emanuelmedicalcenter.org and click on Calendar.