Memorial Health August Events Calendar

Staff Report From Savannah CEO

Tuesday, August 1st, 2017

Yoga for Cancer Patients and Survivors

6:30 p.m., Tuesdays, and 12:45 p.m., Thursdays, FitnessOne, 3rd floor of the Memorial Outpatient & Wellness Center, Memorial University Medical Center

These weekly yoga classes are free for cancer survivors and those in treatment. The classes help with flexibility and balance while also providing relaxation. The instructor is Yoga Alliance registered with more than 200 hours of training, including specialized yoga training for cancer survivors at OM Yoga in New York. For more information or to register, call Katy Keyes at 912-350-9031.

American Red Cross Blood Drive

2 p.m. to 7 p.m., Tuesday, August 1, Blood Donor Room at Memorial University Medical Center

The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive at Memorial University Medical Center from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the blood donor room, located by the Medical Center Pharmacy. The blood drives are open to the public. No appointment is necessary; walk-ins are accepted. Or, you can request an appointment online at redcrossblood.org.

Bariatric Surgery Information Session

6 p.m., Wednesday, August 2, GenerationOne, 1100 Eisenhower Drive, Savannah

This session provides information about bariatric surgery and the program at Memorial Health Bariatrics. For more information, call 912-350-DIET (3438) or visit bariatrics.memorialhealth.com. There is no charge to attend.

Bariatric Surgery Support Group Meeting

6 p.m., Wednesday, August 2, GenerationOne, 1100 Eisenhower Drive, Savannah

This support group is open to anybody who has had or is considering having bariatric surgery. There is no charge to attend. For more information, call 912-350-DIET (3438) or visit bariatrics.memorialhealth.com.

Bariatric Surgery Information Session -- Brunswick

9 a.m., Friday, August 4 Holiday Inn & Suites, 138 Glynco Parkway, Brunswick., Ga.

This session provides information about bariatric surgery and the program at Memorial Health Bariatrics. Learn about the surgical procedures we offer, the support and education programs involved, and how bariatric surgery can change your life. For more information, call 912-350-DIET (3438) or visit bariatrics.memorialhealth.com. There is no charge to attend.

Prepared Childbirth Saturday Session

9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, August 5, Memorial University Medical Center

This full-day course gives an overview of reproductive anatomy and physiology and explains the process of labor and delivery in simple, easy-to-understand terms. It is designed for parents who live outside of Savannah or have schedules that make it difficult to attend weekday classes. This course includes a tour of the labor and delivery unit. The class is popular, so please register early. The cost is $75 per couple. For more information, call 912-350-BORN (2676).

Monday Evening Prepared Childbirth Session

6 p.m. to 9 p.m., Monday, August 7 and Monday, 14, at Memorial University Medical Center

This two-evening course gives an overview of reproductive anatomy and physiology and explains the process of labor and delivery in simple, easy-to-understand terms. It is designed for parents who have schedules that make it difficult to attend weekend or day classes. This course includes a tour of the labor and delivery unit. This class is popular, so please register early. The cost is $75 per couple. For more information, call 912-350-BORN (2676).

Walk With A Doc

8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., Saturday August 12, Memorial Family Medicine Center, 1107 East 66th Street

Meet for a brief health talk presented by a local physician. Then walk at your own pace around the campus of Memorial University Medical Center with Memorial physicians. For more information, please call 912-350-8404.

Baby Basics

9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, August 12, Memorial University Medical Center

This class is strongly recommended for first-time parents. Many topics are covered, including basic newborn care, feeding, infant hygiene, life with a new baby, safety in the home, car seat safety, and infant CPR. $45 per couple. If you have questions, please call 912-350-BORN (2676).

Bariatric Surgery Information Session – Bluffton

9 a.m. to 10 a.m., Tuesday, August 15, Candlewood Suites, 5 Young Clyde Court, Bluffton, S.C.

This support group is open to anybody who has had or is considering having bariatric surgery. There is no charge to attend. For more information, call 912-350-DIET (3438) or visit bariatrics.memorialhealth.com.

Bariatric Surgery Information Session – Statesboro

9 a.m., Tuesday August 15, Hampton Inn Statesboro, 350 Brampton Avenue, Statesboro Ga.

This support group is open to anybody who has had or is considering having bariatric surgery. There is no charge to attend. For more information, call 912-350-DIET (3438) or visit bariatrics.memorialhealth.com

Head and Neck Cancer Support Group: Healing Benefits of Massage Therapy

1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., Wednesday, August 16, Conference Room of the Curtis and Elizabeth Anderson Cancer Institute at Memorial University Medical Center

This group is open to individuals with cancers of the head and neck area and their caregivers. At the meetings, we will have a brief discussion from experts in the treatment of head and neck cancer and allow time for group discussion. For more information, please call 912-350-7845.

Basic Breastfeeding Class

6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Tuesday, August 22, Memorial University Medical Center

This two-hour session is designed to educate and support the mother planning to breastfeed. Topics include preparing to breastfeed, basic breastfeeding concepts, nutrition, and a discussion of common concerns. Issues such as family support for the breastfeeding mother, the father’s role in feeding, and how to breastfeed and continue to work are also covered. Your support person is encouraged to attend. The cost is $20 per couple. The class fills quickly so register early. If you have questions, please call 912-350-BORN (2676).