Monthly Events
Phoebe Sumter Medical Center to host 2nd Annual Men's Health Conference on Saturday, September 18th
More than 500 men are expected to participate in this event
Americus, GA (September 9, 2010) -- In recognition of September being National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, Phoebe Sumter Medical Center will host its 2nd Annual Men's Health Conference. The theme for this year's event is Gentlemen, Check Your Engines, basically asking men to put as much emphasis on what's inside their bodies as they do with what's under the hood of their vehicles.
This event is scheduled for Saturday, September 18th, 2010 from 8 am to 1 pm at the Student Success Center, which is on the campus of Georgia Southwestern State University. More than 500 men participated last year, and that number or more are expected this year as well. The event will include the following free health screenings: PSA, Cholesterol, Diabetes and Blood Pressure. In addition to the screenings, participants will have an opportunity to hear two keynote speakers: Orthopedic Surgeon John Fennessy, M.D. (Trauma: An Easy Way to Bring a Good Man Down) and Urologist Rex Ajayi, M.D. , who will discuss way for men to improve their sex life and there will be "Ask the Doctor" sessions with Urologist Patrick Omess.
Lunch will be served and there will be door prizes as well. Participants that complete all of the tests will also receive a free t-shirt. All men who plan on attending are asked to fast after midnight the night before to ensure that the blood tests are accurate.
Prostate cancer is the most common type of cancer found in American men, other than skin cancer. Prostate cancer is the third leading cause of cancer death in men, after lung cancer and colorectal cancer. While 1 man in 6 will get prostate cancer during his lifetime, only 1 man in 34 will die of this disease.
The death rate for prostate cancer has dropped the past few years, and the disease is being found earlier as well. However, the odds of surviving this disease improve dramatically with early detection, and as a result the death rate in America from prostate cancer continues to decline as the disease is being found earlier.
The American Cancer Society believes that doctors should offer the PSA blood test and DRE (digital rectal exam) yearly, beginning at age 50 to men who do not have any major medical problems and can be expected to live at least 10 more years. Men at high risk should begin testing at age 40. Men at high risk include African Americans and men who have a close relative (father, brother, or son) who had prostate cancer before age 65.
For more information on the upcoming screening, please call (229) 924-6011 ext 12110.
CANCER LIFE CENTER at The Medical Center of Central Georgia
Look Good, Feel Better
This is a free, hands-on group workshop dedicated to helping female cancer patients cope with and combat the appearance-related side effects of chemotherapy and radiation treatment. Learn skill care and makeup applications, as well as demonstrations on hair/wig techniques. A free gift of full size name brand cosmetics is given for use during and after the workshop. Thursday, September 9, 2010, 6 p.m. in the Lanier Building Conference Room, 1062 Forsyth St., Macon, GA. Call 478-633-8537 to register. Chemotherapy Orientation Class MCCG invites you and a support person to attend a free, chemotherapy orientation class. It will teach you about chemotherapy and how to take care of yourself during your cancer treatment. Classes are taught by oncology certified registered nurses. You'll take home your own cancer organizer kit to help guide you through your cancer treatment. All patients receiving chemo treatment are invited to join us, regardless of where you receive your infusion therapy. Call 478-633-8811 for more information. No registration is required. Monday, September 13 & Monday, September 27, 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.; Lanier Education Room, 1062 Forsyth St., Macon, GA. MEN'S HEALTH FAIR The annual Men's Health Fair from The Medical Center of Central Georgia will be on Saturday, September 25, from 7 a.m. - 12 p.m. in Building H at Central Georgia Technical College. The following screenings will be available: Free PSA blood screening (for prostate cancer), free blood pressure, free pulse measurement, free HIV screening, free depression screening, free strength measurement, free body fat estimate, free weight, free oxygen saturation measurement, free glucose screening, free skin cancer screenings and complimentary hearing screening. A free HDL/LDL screening and free triglyceride screening is available but requires an eight hour fasting. Please eat or drinking nothing (except water) for eight hours before this screening. Pre-registration is required for these two screenings by calling 478-633-2229. Registration begins Wednesday, September 1. Screenings are subject to change. HOSPICE OF CENTRAL GA Parent Grief Support Group This support group is sponsored by Hospice of Central Georgia and is for parents whose child (of any age) has died. They meet on the first and third Tuesday of each month at Pine Point Hospice of Central Georgia, 6261 Peake Rd. in Macon, GA. Call Claire Davis or Wendie Brannen at 478-633-5660 for more information. Tuesday, September 7 & 21, 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.; Free Adult Grief Support Group This free support group is sponsored by Hospice of Central Georgia and is for anyone who has lost a loved one. They meet the first and third Tuesday of each month at Pine Point Hospice of Central Georgia, 6261 Peake Road, Macon, GA. Call Claire Davis or Wendie Brannen at 478-633-5660 for more information. Tuesday, September 7 & 21, 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. Lupus Support Group The free, monthly support group is for any person that has been diagnosed with lupus or family members and caregivers of someone with lupus. Meetings are the second Saturday of each month. Call Nikkii Hatcher at 478-238-6862 for more information. Saturday, September 11, 12:30 p.m. - 2 p.m., Peyton Anderson Health Education Center. CENTRAL GEORGIA REHAB HOSPITAL Stroke Support Group This free monthly support group is for any person that has suffered a stroke, family members and caregivers. Groups are led by a neuro-physiologist, and there is a rotating speakers bureau. Meetings are held at Central Georgia Rehabilitation Hospital on the third Tuesday of each month. For more information, call 478-201-6500. Tuesday, September 21, 4 p.m. Spinal Cord Injury Support Group This free monthly support group is for any person that has suffered a spinal cord injury, and their family members and caregivers. Meetings are held at Central Georgia Rehabilitation Hospital on the first Tuesday of each month. For more information, call 478-201-6500. Tuesday, September 7; 6:30 p.m. Brain Injury Group This free monthly support group is for any person that has suffered a brain injury, and their family members and caregivers. Meetings are held at Central Georgia Rehabilitation Hospital on the third Tuesday of each month. For more information, call 478-201-6500. Tuesday, September 21, 6:30 p.m. GEORGIA CENTER FOR JOINT CARECommunity Seminar for Arthritis, Knee & Hip Pain Tired of hurting? Come join our free class and learn how to kick up your heels again. Pre-registration is preferred but not required. Please e-mail Donna Nash, RN, MSN, at nash.donna@mccg.org or call 478-633-1865 for more information. Thursday, September 9, 10 a.m., The Wellness Center, 3797 Northside Dr. CARLYLE PLACEAlzheimer's Support Group Carlyle Place hosts a free Alzheimer's Association support group for family caregivers and meets the second Wednesday of each month. Please call Angela Bethea or Melanie Lewis 478-405-4542 with questions. Newcomers, please call before attending your first support group. Wednesday, September 8, 10 a.m.; Carlyle Place, Stafford Suites Activity Room; Free. The group also meets on Tuesday, September 14, 3:30 p.m. at Peyton Anderson Building, 277 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. ADULT CONNECTION - DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP The Adult Connection Diabetes Support Group, sponsored by Diabetes Healthways, is for adults with diabetes. This free group meets on the first Tuesday of each month in the Trice Auditorium at The Medical Center of Central Georgia. For more information, please call Kim Sinclair at 478-633-6246. This month's meeting is Tuesday, September 7, 6 p.m. at MCCG's Trice Auditorium. PARKINSON'S DISEASESupport Group This free, interactive support group is led by a team of professionals discussing many topics relating to Parkinson's disease. Snacks are provided. Contact Mary Michael Atkinson at 478-743-7092 ext. 211 for more information. Thursday, September 16, 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.; Central Georgia Rehabilitation Hospital, 3351 Northside Drive, Macon, GA. Caregivers Support Group This free, interactive support group is led by a team of professionals discussing many topics relating to Parkinson's disease relevant to caregivers. Snacks are provided. Contact Mary Michael Atkinson at 478-743-7092 ext. 211 for more information. Thursday, September 16, 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.; Central Georgia Rehabilitation Hospital, 3351 Northside Drive, Macon, GA. COMMUNITY HEALTH EDUCATION CPR Classes Please call 478-633-2229 to register. Pre-payment and pre-registration are required. We reserve the right to cancel any class due to low registration. Heartsavers CPR Learn the American Heart Association's recommended steps for adult, child and infant CPR and choking. Recommended for members of the general public seeking CPR Training. Registration deadline: Three business days before class. Please call 478-633-2229 to register. Pre-payment and pre-registration required. Monday, September 20, 12 p.m. - 4 p.m.; Peyton Anderson Health Education Center, Trice Conference Room 11; $40 (Non-Members), $32.50 (WC/MHC Members); Instructor: Charles Krauss, M.Ed., Certified American Heart Association Instructor. American Heart Association Basic Cardiac Life Support for the Healthcare Professional The American Heart Association recommends this course for health care professionals outside the hospital setting. Registration deadline is three business days before the class. Please call 478-633-2229 to register. Pre-payment and pre-registration is required. Friday, September 17; 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Peyton Anderson Health Education Center, Trice Conference Room 11; $40 (non-Wellness Center or Macon Health Club members), $32.50 (members); Instructor: Charles Krauss, M.Ed. Certified American Heart Association Instructor. BCLS RE-Certification Class Renew your expiring BCLS ("C") CPR certificate by attending this recertification class. Registration and payment are required three business days before the class. Please call 478-633-2229 to register. Thursday, September 16, 12 p.m. - 4 p.m.; Trice Conference Center Room 11; $20; Instructor: Charles Krauss, M.Ed. Certified American Heart Association Instructor. First Aid Learn the recommended first aid procedures as established by the American Heart Association. Registration and payment are required three business days before the class. Please call 478-633-2229 to register. Thursday, September 30, 12 p.m. - 4 pm; Peyton Anderson Health Education Center, Trice Conference Center Room 12; $25; Instructor: Charles Krauss, M.Ed. Certified American Heart Association Instructor. Prepared Childbirth Class These classes will teach you and your partner about the birthing process. You will also learn to cope with labor through practice of relaxation techniques and knowledge of medical support. Please enroll in either a weeknight series on Mondays for three weeks or the Saturday class. Mondays, September 13 - September 27, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.; Saturday, September 11, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Fee: $50 (pre-payment required) Baby Care Basics Class This free, two hour class will help caregivers learn every day baby care skills (diaper changing, feeding plans, childproofing your home, etc.). Pre-registration required. Thursday, September 2, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Beginnings Infant CPR Class This free, two-hour class will teach you how to perform Infant CPR, conscious and un-conscious choking skills. Based upon the current standards of the American Heart Association. Please call to register for this class the month prior to your due date. Must be enrolled in Prepared Childbirth Class. Pre-registration required. Wednesday, September 8, 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Breastfeeding This free, two-hour class is recommended for all women and their birthing partners who are considering breastfeeding their newborn. Pre-registration required. Tuesday, September 7, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.. Sibling Class This free, 1 ½ hour class will help prepare your older child for the arrival of his or her new little brother or sister. It is recommended for children ages 3-10. Pre-registration required. Saturday, September 25, 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. GOLDEN OPPORTUNITIESGO Steppers Improve your mental and physical health with exercise classes designed just for seniors. Join us for a total body conditioning class utilizing a chair for seated or standing support. The format includes a wide variety of exercises for the upper and lower body, designed to increase strength and range of movement. Mondays and Thursdays, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.; $18 Fall Risk Assessments Rehabilitation Services of The Medical Center of Central Georgia offers free, monthly Empower Seniors fall risk screenings at The Wellness Center. If you or a loved one is concerned about falling, you are encouraged to attend this free screening to identify your risk for falling and to receive skilled advice on what paths you should take to decrease that risk and increase your independence. Thursday, September 2; Appointments are scheduled every hour from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.; Please call Golden Opportunities to register (757-7817). THE WELLNESS CENTERMommyMoves - Prenatal and Postnatal Health and Wellness Mommy Aqua A low-impact, aerobic workout with muscle toning: Aquatic exercise is found to be the safest form of exercise for pregnant women. Water can help relieve the stress on your lower-back and help decrease the swelling in your lower extremities. Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m. Mommy Sculpt Focuses on core strength, upper and lower body strength, and coordination: Helps develop balance and coordination, muscle tone, and increases strength, reducing the chance of injury. Thursdays, 11 a.m. Mommy Yoga Relaxing classic yoga poses specifically for use during pregnancy: Yoga can help relieve pregnancy discomforts as well as prepare for labor. Saturdays, 12 p.m. Ballroom Dancing- Learn the New Olympic Sport In these classes you will learn the basic dance steps, leads, following and putting routines together. One hour classes are $40 per person for four weeks and 1 1/2 hour classes are $60 per person for four weeks. To register go to www.paulaeast.com or email at paulaeastdance@yahoo.com or call 478-750-0802. Carolina Shag Join us on Monday nights and learn to shag the Carolina way. Join Cherry Young at The Macon Health Club on Mondays from 7 p.m. - 8 p.m. for an hour of classroom instruction, dancing and fun starting September 13 and going through October 4. You'll learn the basic shag step, the male and female turns, the belly roll and much more. Cost: $80 couples, $45 singles. Contact Cherry at 478-477-8491 for more information. Zumba Zumba is a Latin-inspired fitness phenomenon that combines a total body workout with fat burning dance moves. It is a spicy combination of salsa, Merengue, samba and other tropical tempos that emphasize fitness, not complicated choreography. It's easy, aerobic and makes anyone look positively caliente. For more info contact Heather at zumbalove@hotmail.com or call 478-808-1296. The classes are at the Macon Health Club gym on Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m., and The Wellness Center on Fridays at 4 p.m. and Sundays at 3:30 p.m. Dave's Boot Camp Expect a full blown workout every time. Forty-five minutes and you will be on fire. Mondays and Thursdays, September 13 - October 21, 5 p.m. - 5:45 p.m., Fee: $60. Building a Nutritious Home Happiness and health begins at home. Join the Wellness Center for an informative series of classes to help get the building blocks of creating a nutritious home. The four week class will be held at The Wellness Center on Saturdays (Sept. 11, 18, 25, Oct 2) from 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. Cost: $60 for non-members; $40 for Wellness Center/Macon Health Club members. Non-members will be allowed to use The Wellness Center on class days for free. Man to Man Prostate Cancer Support Group Sponsored by the American Cancer Society, this free group is for men diagnosed with or finding out more about prostate cancer. Spouses are welcome to attend. For more information, please call 478-633-2229. Tuesday, September 7, 7 p.m.; The Wellness Center.
