Community Health Education

Anyone with a wound that has not begun to heal in two weeks, or has not healed completely in six weeks, may benefit from specialized wound care.  Join us for our next Healthy U seminar with certified wound care clinician, Angelita Hansford, to learn more about treatment options to help you heal.  Call 540-458-3595 for more information.

Topic: The Aging Athlete.  Call Carilion Clinic to register at 540-266-6000 or 800-422-8482.

Discussion on shoulder injuries.  Call Carilion Clinic to register at 540-266-6000 or 800-422-8482.

Call Carilion Clinic to pre-register at 540-266-6000.

For more information call Carilion Clinic at 800-422-8482.

For many people, eating is simply a way to satisfy hunger, but are you really

providing your body with the right types of fuel to function optimally? Learn

more about what your body needs, and how to make sure you’re including it in

your daily diet. Join us for our next Healthy U seminar with registered dietitian

Amanda Kaster where we’ll learn more about good nutrition.

For more information contact Carilion Clinic at 800-422-8482.

Many times, young girls are faced with situations or decisions that need a little adult insight. That's where Girl Talk can help.

This class is designed for mothers and their 9 - 12 year-old daughters.  Intended to strengthen communication concerning adolescence and puberty, this interactive workshop covers a wide range of topics to help girls make informed, responsible decisions concerning their body. Plan now to sign up, because a little bit of girl talk can go a long way.

Registration is required by calling Carilion Clinc at 266-6000 or 800-422-8482.

Cost is $5 per person.

EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE: WHAT IT IS AND WHY IT MATTERS

Did you know your emotional intelligence (EQ) is just as, if not more important, than your IQ? EQ is the capacity for recognizing our own feelings and those of others, managing emotions well in ourselves and in relationships, and motivating ourselves and others. It can make a big difference when it comes to the success of personal and professional relationships. Join us, to learn ways of improving your EQ
and why it’s important for success and happiness.

Patrice M. Weiss, M.D., is the chair of Carilion Clinic’s Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology and is a professor at the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine. Dr. Weiss received her medical degree from Hahnemann University (Drexel) School of Medicine in Philadelphia and completed her residency at Lehigh Valley Hospital. She lectures nationally on a variety of topics, including medical education, risk management/patient safety, and emotional intelligence.

Cost: $15(includes lunch)

Registration is required by calling Carilion Clinic at 800-422-8482.

You've probably heard the saying "mind over matter."  And when it comes to losing weight, our brains definitely play a role.  You may even find yourself asking: Why is it so hard for me to lose weight?  Will a new diet trend work for me?  Are weight loss drugs really safe?  For answers to these questions and more, join us for an informative presentation on the psychology of weight loss.

Glenn Kent, Ph.D., is currently a researcher and assistant professor of health psychology at Jefferson College of Health Sciences.  With experience as a university wellness director, healthcare administrator, personal trainer, and fitness entrepreneur, Kent has made a lifelong commitment to the study of health.

Registration is required.  For registration and more information, call Carilion Clinic at 800-422-8482.