Bariatric Surgery Information Session

6 p.m., Wednesday, April 1, GenerationOne, 1100 Eisenhower Drive, Savannah

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.      

Bariatric Surgery Support Group Meeting

7 p.m., Wednesday, April 1, 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. 

Yoga for Cancer Patients and Survivors

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

These weekly yoga classes are free for cancer survivors and those in treatment. The classes help expand 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.

Connect For Kids

2 p.m. to 3 p.m., Wednesday, April 8, Conference Room of the Curtis and Elizabeth Anderson Cancer Institute at Memorial University Medical Center

This support program is for children who have a loved one with a life-limiting illness. For more information about this healing play group, please call Jennifer Currin-McCulloch at 912-350-7845. 

Prepared Childbirth Class, Wednesday Series

6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Wednesdays, April 8, 15, 22, and 29, Memorial University Medical Center

This course gives an overview of reproductive anatomy and physiology and explains the process of labor and delivery in simple, easy-to-understand terms. The four-week 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). 

Bariatric Surgery Information Session -- Vidalia

9 a.m., Friday, April 10, Meadows Therapy, 101 Harris Industrial Blvd., Vidalia, 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.

Bariatric Surgery Information Session – Hinesville

6 p.m., Tuesday, April 14, LaQuinta Inn & Suites, 1740 East Oglethorpe Highway, Hinesville

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. 

Leukemia, Lymphoma, and Multiple Myeloma Support Group

5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Thursday, April 16, Summit Cancer Care office, Curtis and Elizabeth Anderson Cancer Institute at Memorial University Medical Center

This education and support group is for individuals with blood-related cancers and their loved ones. Each month the group focuses on a specific topic related to these types of illnesses and on improving quality of life. To reserve your space, please call Jennifer Currin-McCulloch at 912-350-7845.

Head and Neck Cancer Support Group

2 p.m. to 3 p.m., Wednesday, April 15, Conference Room, 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. 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 Jennifer Currin-McCulloch at 912-350-7845. 

Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure

8 a.m., Saturday, April 18, Telfair Square, Downtown Savannah

Memorial Health is proud to be the presenting sponsor of the Coastal Empire's 2015 Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure. This event includes one-mile and 5K routes and special celebrations for breast cancer survivors. To register, go to active.com and enter Savannah in the search section. For more information, call the Coastal Georgia Affiliate of the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure at 912-856-0323. 

Bariatric Surgery Information Session – Statesboro

5 p.m., Tuesday, April 21, Statesboro Memorial Health, 23630 Highway 80 East, Unit B, Statesboro

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. 

Connect For Kids

2 p.m. to 3 p.m., Wednesday, April 22, Conference Room of the Curtis and Elizabeth Anderson Cancer Institute at Memorial University Medical Center

This support program is for children who have a loved one with a life-limiting illness. For more information about this healing play group, please call Jennifer Currin-McCulloch at 912 350-7845. 

Sisters Network

6 p.m. to 7 p.m., Monday, April 27, 2nd floor Conference Room, Curtis and Elizabeth Anderson Cancer Institute at Memorial University Medical Center

Sisters Network is a national organization committed to raising awareness about the devastating impact that breast cancer has in the African-American community. For more information, call Annie Quarterman at 912- 224- 2561 or Elaine Johnson at 912-695-8009.

Basic Breastfeeding Class

6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Tuesday, April 28, Memorial University Medical Center

This two-hour session is designed to educate and support the mother planning to breastfeed. Topics include information on 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).