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Pase6 __________________________________ £,îl ^fîortÎatxh (©bserlier October io. 2012 H e a l t h V at Empowerment through Relaxation—Free informal meditation classes that address breathing techniques, some gentle ancient African yoga poses and mental balancing techniques. People have left these classes joyful and with a peaceful view of their lives. Call Dr. Marceline Failla at 503-228- 6140. Tenderfoot Care — Treat your feet with a soak, nail trim, buffing and massage from a licensed nurse at one of six clinics or at your home. Call 503-251 -6303 for more information. Cancer Resource Center - Providence St. Vincent Medical Center and the American Red Cross have joined forces to create the first in-hospital resource center providing books, printed material, computer access and more for individuals and families dealing with cancer. The center is open Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Lead Poisoning Prevention - Learn how to protect your family from lead poisoning. Ideal for folks in live in older homes with children or pregnant women. Qualified participants receive a free kit of safety and testing supplies. Call 503-284-6827. Parenting Classes — Newborns don’t come with instruction manuals but parents and parents-to-be can learn about a variety of topics from pain and childbirth to breastfeeding to infant CPR and much more. For a schedule of events, call 503-574-6595 or visit: providence.org/classes. Dr. Billy R. Flowers (above center) and his skilled s ta ff are ready to help those in need. THE Heart Talk Support Group -- Meets on the second Monday of each month; from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. For more information, call 503-251 -6260. SPINA COLUMN Families with Mental Illness — A free, 12-week course for people whose family members live with mental illness is offered at Emanuel Hospital, Mt. Hood Medical Center and Providence Medical Center. The course has been described as “life-changing” by former participants. Registration is required by calling 503-203-3326. An ongoing series of questions and answers about Americas natural healing profession. Part 22. Chiropractic and Health A way of Life.. .not just a passing diagnosis. Qd Follow ing a thorough check-up my doctor says that Vi m “fit as fiddle.” If this is true, why do I often suffer pain? : It is indeed interesting that a doctor can give a “thorough checkup” and yet to fail to evaluate the spine and nervous system. I ’m sure that w hile in school your doctor learned that the nervous system controls every other organ and function in the body. D oesn’t it make sense then that a truly thor A ough checkup should include not only blood pressure, weight, chest and eye exam , etc but should also and prim arily include a detailed evaluation of the nervous sys tem ? In Chiropractic fail We study the nervous system and the spine completely to assure you that we find the cause of your Chronic Pain Support Group — Meets the first Wednesday at 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. and the third Wednesday of each month, from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. For more information, call 503-256-4000. problem. If you have persistent aches, pains or fatigue, there is a reason for it. If you haven’t had a Chiropractic evaluation, you have NOT been examined completely. For the sake of your health now and in the future, call today. Isn’t it time you stepped up to Chiro practic? Cardiac-Rehab Exercises—A medically supervised exercise program for people dealing with heart conditions. For information, call 503-251 -6260. Stroke Alert Screening — Check your carotid arteries with a painless ultrasound to assess your risk. Fee $40. To schedule a screening, call 503- 251-6137. Managing Chronic Hepatitis C -- Third Wednesday of each month at 5 p.m. The informative session is led by a registered nurse to help you manage side effects of medications and dosage preparations and admin istration; doctor referral required. To register, call 503-251-6313. Flowers' Chiropractic Office 2124N.E.HancockStreet, Portland Oregon97212 Phone: (5 0 3 ) 2 8 7 *5 5 0 4 Better Breathers — An asthma educational support group meets on the 1 st Tuesday of the month from 1:15 p.m. to 2:45 p.m. at Adventist Medical Center. For information, call 503- 251-6830. A CENTER OF EXCELLENCE FOR WOMEN THROUGHOUT ALL STAGES OF LIFE. Powerful Tools For Caregivers ~ 6-week educational series designed to help family caregivers take care of themselves while caring for rela tives or friends with chronic illness. Class size is limited, and registra tion is required. Call 503-413-8018. Leg Alert Screening — Check for peripheral arterial disease with this safe, simple screening using ankle and arm blood pressure. The fee is $40. To schedule an appointment, call503-251-6137. Osteoporosis Screening — An ul trasound bone density screening with personalized education; fee $30. To schedule an appointment, call 503-261-6611. WOMEN'S HEALTHCARE ASSOCIATES ne Same great people, great new name. Make an appointment and come by to see us in our Eastbank office and Tabor office. EASTBANK 501 N. GRAHAM. SUITE 525 PORTLAND. OR 97227 PHONE: (503) 249-5454 TABOR 5050 HOYT STREET, SUITE 359 PORTLAND, OR 97213 PHONE: (503) 249 5454 Family Caregiver Support Group - - This topic-oriented group offers a safe place to discuss the stresses, challenges and rewards of provid ing care to an older relative or friend. Meets the first Thursday of each month at 3 p.m. at Legacy Good Samaritan Hospital.
