Brown Bag Health Talks
All Brown Bag Health Talks are free.

NEW!
Wednesday talks are held in the Carbonate Rooms, St. Luke’s Clinic Hailey.
Thursday talks are held in the Baldy Rooms, St. Luke’s Wood River Medical Center. 

Twice Exceptional: When Your Child is Gifted and Has a Learning Difference
Many intellectually gifted children and adults also have a specific learning difference, such as dyslexia, an attention problem, or Asperger’s Disorder. For these individuals, academic success can be elusive. Nick Goodman, MA, education director and Anne Clohessy, PhD, clinical director for the Lee Pesky Learning Center, will help parents and professionals identify, understand, and support the twice exceptional individual.                                                                    Thursday, May 20, 12:15-1:15pm
St. Luke’s Wood River, Baldy Conference Rooms

Cataracts, Glaucoma, and Macular Degeneration
Aging, heredity, and injury contribute to eye disease. Being proactive about eye health can begin with knowledge and understanding of the causes, prevention, and treatments for eye disease. Join Dr. Stephen Snapp, optometrist, as he presents an informative Brown Bag on these specific eye diseases and the important topic of maintaining your optimal eye health.
Wednesday, May 26, 12:15-1:15 p.m.
St. Luke’s Clinic Hailey, Carbonate Rooms 

Ouch, My Shoulder Hurts!
A healthy, mobile shoulder has the greatest range of motion of any joint in the body. Unfortunately, shoulder pain and injury are quite common. Join Tony Buoncristiani, MD, orthopedic surgeon, who will discuss shoulder anatomy and function, and the most common problems and interventions.
Thursday, June 3, 12:15-1:15 p.m.
St. Luke’s Wood River, Baldy Conference Rooms

Heads Up! Important Facts About Concussions
While any bump to the head can potentially lead to a concussion, athletes are among thsoe at the highest risk for this type of brain injury. Join Matthew Jaksetic, licensed and certified athletic trainer from St. Luke’s Elk’s Rehabilitation, as he discusses the latest information on recognition, prevention, and treatment of concussions, and the latest in concussion awareness programs that can help prevent and manage these kinds of injury.  A great talk for parents and coaches of young athletes!
Wednesday June 9, 12:15-1:15 p.m.
St. Luke’s Clinic Hailey, Carbonate Rooms

Healthy Living / Screenings   

Intuitive Eating Series
Be a part of this special opportunity to learn and practice intuitive eating over a free four-class series. Intuitive eating teaches you how to create a healthy relationship with your food, your mind, and your body. Learn gradually how to distinguish between physical and emotional feelings, and gain a sense of body wisdom. Join Becky McCarver, MS, registered dietitian, as she helps you make peace with food and get rid of those "food worry" thoughts.
Pre-registration required by Monday, May 3, call 727-8733. Please no walk-ins.
Wednesdays, May 5, 12, 19, and 26, 4-5 p.m.
St. Luke’s Clinic Hailey, Carbonate Rooms

Cancer Support and Networking Group
This group meets twice each month to provide a supportive, informative, and networking venue for patients and survivors of any type of cancer. Meetings facilitated by Erin Buell, community outreach coordinator, St. Luke’s Center for Community Health. Call 727-8733 for more information on this group and other resources that are available.
Thursdays, May 20 and June 3, 10-11 a.m.
Wednesday, June 16, 10-11 a.m.
St. Luke’s Wood River, meeting rooms posted at Volunteer Desk

AED Heartsaver CPR
Learn how to use the Automated External Defibrillator (AED) in addition to the American Heart Association course on recognizing and responding to emergency situations involving infants, children, and adults. Good for beginners and for those who need to renew their Heartsaver Certification. Held the third Thursday of the month.
Pre-registration required, call 727-8487. Please, no walk-ins. Cost: $50
Thursday, May 20, 6-9 p.m.
Saturday, May 22, 9 a.m.-noon (First Aid classes offered same date– see above)
St. Luke’s River Run Rooms

First Aid
Learn the latest methods on how to respond to many emergency medical situations by attending this American Heart Association Basic First Aid course.
Pre-registration required, call 727-8487. Please, no walk-ins. Cost: $50
Saturday, May 22, 12:30-4 p.m. (Heartsaver CPR offered same date– see below)
St. Luke’s River Run Rooms

Free Blood Pressure Checks
Drop in and have your blood pressure checked! Walk-in, no appointment necessary. First Wednesday of each month.
Wednesday, June 2, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Ketchum Post Office

Breast Cancer Networking and Information Group
This group provides a connection with others who have been diagnosed with breast cancer for information and support. Meetings are facilitated by Gay Miremont, licensed clinical social worker. Call 727-8733 for more information on this group and other resources that are available. Held the second Tuesday of the month.
Tuesday, June 8, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
St. Luke’s Center for Community Health
1450 Aviation Drive, Suite 200, Hailey        

Diabetes Self-Management Education Program
Whether you are newly diagnosed, or have been living with diabetes, you can learn more about improving your quality of life and preventing diabetes-related complications. Our ongoing programs are led by a nurse and dietitian team committed to providing quality education and self-care skills to help patients manage their diabetes. There are separate, interactive courses specific to Type I, Type II, and gestational diabetes. Please call 727-8356 for more information.

Parenting/Youth

Annual Teen Career Fair
All students are invited to join YAK! as it partners with Wood River High School for the annual Teen Career Fair. Everyone from doctors to artists will be there to answer your questions. This is a perfect opportunity to examine a variety of career paths as you plan your future education.
Tuesday, May 18, 1-3 p.m.
Wood River High School, Upper Gym

Free Car Seat Safety Checks
Our certified child passenger safety technician can help you install your car seat before your baby is born, fit an older child to his or her seat, teach you proper installation, and check for recalls. Call 727-8776 for more information.
Third Wednesday of the month, May 19 and June 16, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
St. Luke’s Wood River Medical Center, outside front lobby doors

Super Sitter Seminar
Learn how you can become a successful sitter. Participants will learn:
• How to earn money and run a business
• What to expect from the parents who hire you
• How to get baby-sitting jobs
• Basic CPR and child safety
• Why children do what they do (child development)
Pre-registration required, call 727-8410. Please no walk-ins. Cost: $15
Saturday, June 12, 12:30-4 p.m.
St. Luke’s Clinic Hailey, Carbonate Rooms

St. Luke's YAK! (Youth Adult Konnections)
YAK! is a healthy youth development initiative based on the Developmental Assets philosophy and supported by a coalition of partners. YAK! provides programs and services for young people that help them be safe, healthy, and active participants in our community.
Call Kelly at 727-8735 for more information about YAK! Fall events and to learn how to get involved in this great community initiative, or visit the YAK! home page.

Outside Summer Fun
BCTAC and BCTAC II will be doing many outside activities this spring and summer including
• Hiking
• Walking dogs from the animal shelter
• Weed control and clean-up on the Wood River
• Working in the Hope Garden for the Blaine County Hunger Coalition
Call 727-8735 to learn how you can get involved!

Childbirth Educationildbirth Education
For information on childbirth and new parent classes, please call St. Luke’s Childbirth Education Department at 727-8410. 

New Moms' Group
Provides newborn and breastfeeding support and an opportunity to ask questions and learn the basics of caring for your baby. The presence of professionals, as well as other new parents, makes this group a comfortable and valuable experience. Bring your baby and your lunch, if you wish. Facilitated by Linda Parsons, RN, board certified lactation consultant, and Larsen Peterson, Childbirth Education coordinator.
Every Wednesday, noon-1 p.m.
St. Luke’s River Run Conference Rooms

Childbirth Preparation
A six-week series promoting a healthy, safe, and educated birth.        

"Class in a Basket" Home Study Course
Childbirth education materials for women who are either high risk or on bed rest and unable to ttend regular childbirth preparation classes.

Childbirth Refresher
Offered to parents who have previously taken a childbirth preparation course. Review of relaxation techniques, updated information, and sibling preparation. Includes a tour of the Labor and Delivery suites.

Breastfeeding Successfully
A two-hour prenatal breastfeeding education class designed to help start your breastfeeding experience with confidence and success. 

Clases en Español

Para recibir más información o para registrarse a las clases o programas, llámenos al 727-8738 y le contestaremos en español. Nuestras clases y programas son de bajo costo o gratis, por favor llámenos así podemos reservar su lugar.

Inspección de la Seguridad del Asiento de Carro de su Niño
Nuestro técnico en seguridad de los niños como pasajeros en el carro les explicará cómo colocar a su niño en el asiento del carro. También les enseña la instalación apropiada de la silla. Para cita privada, llame al 727-8776.   
Miercoles, 19 de Mayo y 16 de Junio, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Por la entrada principal de St. Luke’s Wood River Medical Center

Feria de Salud 2010: Salud en Sus Manos
Únete a la Salud! Reciba información sobre inscripciónes de seguros médicos, información de la buena salud, tóma de presión arterial, charlas educativas con especialistas y el personal de St. Luke’s, ¡Venga a conocer y escuchar una presentacion especial de los medicos de
St. Luke’s!, a traer sus preguntas al Consulado Mexicano y mucho mas...! Presentada por Centro De Salud Para la Comunidad, trabajando con la mision de mejorar la salud de la region. ¡Para toda la familia!
Viernes, 21 de Mayo, 4-7:30 p.m.
Community Campus, Hailey       

St. Luke’s Informa: Su Nuevo Programa de Radio
Objectivos: Brindar información de salud a la comunidad con entrevistas a médicos y especialistas del hospital. Resolver cualquier duda, preguntas de todos los que nos escuchan. Brindar información de servicios de capacitación mediante actividades comunitarias del centro de salud. Escuche la estacion 95.3FM el primer Domingo de cada mes.
Domingo, 6 de Junio, 11 a.m.
Estación de radio KECH 95.3

Ponte en Forma
La actividad física habitual reduce el riesgo de ataques al corazón y al cerebro. También ayuda a reducir o controlar otros factores de riesgo cómo: la presión alta, el colesterol alto en la sangre, el exceso de peso y la diabetes. Además, usted se podría sentir mejor, ser más fuerte flexible, tener más energía y tener menos estrés y tensión.

¡Participe en nuestro grupo de ejercicios para que juntos alcancemos la meta de mejorar nuesra salud!
Todos los Lunes y Martes,  6:30-7:30 p.m., ejercicios en las máquinas
Miércoles, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Ejercicios Afuera/ reunirse en WRHS
Jueves, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Zumba
Viernes, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Ejercicios Afuera/ reunirse en WRHS
Blaine County Fitness Center 

Reanimación Cardiopulmonar: CPR
Aprenda a salvar la vida de una persona en el caso de ataque de corazón o asfixia con los conocimientos y las aptitudes que adquiere en este curso. ¡Regístrese Hoy!