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NEWS AND EVENTS UM BWMC is helping July 3-6 | All-American Sports Fest UM BWMC is proud to sponsor the AllAmerican Sports Fest, which provides ﬁrst-class competition to athletes ages 8-17 to promote sportsmanship, teamwork and athletic achievement. More than 5,000 athletes will compete in tournaments and events, including boys' and girls' soccer, baseball, softball, ﬁeld hockey, football, girls' lacrosse and track and ﬁeld. The weekend will also feature a charity golf scramble and a Firecracker 5K. For more information or to register your child, go to allamerican sportsfest.com. 14 to build a healthier community by sponsoring the following classes, support groups and programs. To register for a class online, visit mybwmc.org and click on "Community." Class dates are displayed on each monthly calendar. Or register by calling 410-787-4367. Visa, MasterCard and Discover are accepted. CLASSES AND CLINICS YOGA, PILATES AND EXERCISE CLASSES Classes run for 10 weeks. Cost: $50. Classes are displayed on each monthly calendar, and are offered in Glen Burnie and Hanover. To register online, go to mybwmc.org/exercise. YOGA FOR STROKE PATIENTS Classes run for 10 weeks. Cost: $50. Recommended for any stroke survivor who has completed rehabilitation, regardless of level of ability. Physician consent is required. To register online, go to mybwmc.org/exercise. HEALTHY LIVING: NUTRITION AND EXERCISE Dates and time vary; fee. A diabetes educator will lead a one-hour class discussion and offer suggestions on how to make simple nutrition and exercise changes to help achieve weight loss, lower blood pressure and cholesterol, and prevent diabetes. SUPPORT GROUPS Aug. 4-8 | Camp Airways MENTAL HEALTH CAREGIVER/FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP Meets at 7 p.m. the ﬁrst Monday of each month. Facilitated by the National Alliance on Mental Illness. At UM BWMC's annual camp, kids ages 6 through 12 with asthma take part in swimming and other outdoor activities, arts and crafts, and educational programs to learn how to live with and manage their condition. Camp directors include registered nurses and respiratory therapists. Cost: $70. Space is limited, and registration is required. For more information or to request a registration packet, call 410-787-4484 or email sthomas@bwmc.umms.org. CANCER SUPPORT GROUP Meets at 5 p.m. the ﬁrst Tuesday of each month. This self-care skills class and group discussion offers information and support for cancer patients and their families. STROKE SUPPORT GROUP Meets at 6 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month. BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT GROUP Meets at 2 p.m. the second and fourth Tuesday of each month. MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT GROUP Meets at 6:30 p.m. the fourth Wednesday of each month. DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP Meets at 5:30 p.m. May 21 and July 16, at 1:30 p.m. June 18 and Aug. 20. MARYLAND'S HEALTH MATTERS  To receive a free monthly newsletter with updates on events, programs http://www.mybwmc.org/exercise http://www.mybwmc.org http://www.mybwmc.org/exercise http://www.allamericansportsfest.com http://www.allamericansportsfest.com

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Maryland's Health Matters - BWMC - Spring 2014

Maryland's Health Matters - BWMC - Spring 2014
In This Issue
A Healthy Start
Walk On
Do-It-Yourself-Health
Serious Care for Kids
At A Glance
News And Events

Maryland's Health Matters - BWMC - Spring 2014