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Weight-Loss Surgery Listening Sessions Tuesdays, 11:15 a.m. Women’s Health Information Center please join us for an information session to learn how weight-loss surgeries can help you or someone you care about. Tara Zychowicz, Fnp, of Unc health care’s Bariatric team provides details on the options for weight-loss surgery and on the benefits of Unc’s personalized approach. For more information, call (919) 966-8436. Comprehensive Cancer Support Program These integrative medicine services and classes are held in Chapel Hill at Carolina Pointe II, 6011 Farrington Road, or at the N.C. Cancer Hospital’s Patient and Family Resource Center. For more information and to register, call (919) 966-3494. yoga A welcoming class for people who are new to yoga or who want to increase their flexibility, strength and stamina. Whether you are in treatment, a caregiver or a cancer survivor, join us for an exploration of poses and breathing practices for stretching, strengthening and revitalizing the body while bringing calm to the mind and heart. Instructors: Doreen Stein-Seroussi and lynne Jaffe. mondays and thursdays, 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Massage for Cancer Patients and Family A professional massage therapist with specialized training works with people confronting cancer. Call to schedule an appointment. lymphedema Precautions and Prevention This class is designed for patients at risk for lymphedema following cancer surgery involving lymph node dissection. monthly on the first wednesday, 1–2 p.m. look good, Feel Better Teaches beauty techniques to female cancer patients in active treatment to help them combat the appearance-related effects of cancer treatment. Registration required. Call Pam Baker at (919) 843-0680. monthly on the third monday, 10 a.m.–noon relaxation room, Spa Pod A warm, soothing bed that gently loosens tension through a computerized massage bed enhances your ability to deal with stress and tension. Call Pam Baker at (919) 843-0680. Support Groups Support groups assist patients and family members dealing with a variety of diseases and disorders. For information on where and when the groups meet, contact the person listed below. Bariatric Surgery Tara Zychowicz, FNP tarazych@med.unc.edu Caregivers of Cancer Patients liz Sherwood (919) 966-3494 getting your Bearings Cornucopia Cancer Support Center (919) 401-9333 grief UNC Hospice Office, Pittsboro Ann Ritter (919) 542-5545 grief recovery group UNC Hospitals Bereavement Support Services Heidi Gessner (919) 966-0716 infertility—reSolVe Support group Terry Pell (919) 631-3697 living with Metastatic/ advanced Cancer (919) 401-9333 Prostate Support & education group (919) 965-4025 Sanford Center (cancer) Enrichment Center, Sanford (919) 776-0501 Sarcoidosis (919) 966-2531 Stroke Stephanie McAdams (919) 966-9493 Support for People with oral, head and neck Cancer (SPohnC) (919) 401-9333 triangle Bladder Cancer Support group 6011 Farrington Road liz Sherwood (919) 843-5069 unC neurology Sleep Support group Jeanette Wedsworth (919) 966-5500 unC nicotine Dependence Program (919) 843-1521 fight off age-related diseases, maintain immune functioning and help optimize well-being in the latter stages of life. may 20, 12:30–2 p.m. Medications & Senior health Dyana Morgan, a registered pharmacist, will discuss how to select a drug benefit plan and how to obtain and safely take medications, especially in light of health care reform. may 23, 6:30–8 p.m. 2011 Women’s health lecture may 25, 6:30–8 p.m. the Magic of illusion Dressing: easy tips for “nonfat” Dressing Bev Dwane, a certified image professional, will reveal the secrets of “illusion dressing.” learn easy, fun tips for selecting clothes that flatter your best features—and help you look 20 pounds lighter! may 26, 6:30–8 p.m. alzheimer’s Myths and Facts lisa Gwyther, MSW, lCSW, will help differentiate between ageassociated memory impairment and dementia because of a medical condition and will address common myths and misconceptions regarding dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. may 27, 12:30–1:30 p.m. Mind Power: the art of Concentration This workshop is for those who wish to increase their ability to focus in high-pressure performance situations and for those who wish to learn to focus the mind more clearly in everyday situations. Presented by Helen Spielman, an acclaimed performance anxiety coach. June 7, 6:30–8 p.m. Women’s health lecture June 15, 6:30–8 p.m. Setting and achieving goals: Who Moved the goal Posts? learn how to clarify your intentions, to set achievable and meaningful goals, and to find the motivation to keep you going through tough times. Presented by William Frey, co-owner of Pathfinders Coaching and Educational Services. June 20, 6:30–8 p.m. Safe Sitter This medically accurate, nationally recognized baby-sitting preparation program is designed for boys and girls ages 11 to 13. Sitters will learn how to handle specific ages, injury prevention techniques, care of the choking child, preventing problem behavior, and the business of baby-sitting. Only open to ages 11 to 13. June 30, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. $45 for members, $55 for nonmembers www.unchealthcare.org 15 http://www.unchealthcare.org

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Well - Spring 2011
Contents
UNC Health Care News
Community
Little Patients Require Special Care
2010 Community Benefit Summary
My Story
Lessons Learned
Nutrition
Calendar

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