DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., Aug. 18 /U.S. Newswire/ — Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital, located at 3815 Highland Avenue, is sponsoring the following health events for August and September. All events are free, unless otherwise announced. To register for events, or for more information, please contact the Health Advisor at 1-800-3- ADVOCATE or visit http://www.advocatehealth.com. Tambien tenemos represetantes que habian espanol. (TDD 630.990.4700)
Location Codes:
G- Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital
W- Good Samaritan Health and Wellness Center
N- Naperville Professional Building
L- Good Samaritan Professional Building
PW- Downers Grove Public Works Building
O-Other
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Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital Festival 2005: Masqurade Ball-O
Join Co-Chairs Vickie Hankes and Krista Miller along with the Festival 2005 Benefit Committee as they announce the 2005 Good Samaritan of the Year, John Anderson! Proceeds from Festival 2005 will benefit Cancer Care Programs and Cardiovascular Disease Diagnostics and Treatment. For more information please call 630.275.6518, or to register online, visit us at: http:// www.advocatehealth.org/foundation, and type in the key word masquerade.
Thank You To Our Sponsors:
Silver Level Benefactor ($25,000 donation)
— Radiologists of DuPage
Partner Level Benefactors ($5,000 donation)
— Cliff and Bette Carney
— Dan Krause Construction Services
— Mary Lou Shearhod
Crystal Level Benefactor ($2,500 donation)
— Annette Goetz
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When: Saturday, October 29, 2005
Reception: 6 p.m.; Dinner: 7:30 p.m.
Black tie attire
Please respond by October 17, 2005
Entertainment by Gentlemen of Leisure
Where: Oak Brook Hills Resort
3500 Midwest Road, Oak Brook, Illinois
Cost: $250.00 per person
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Sponsored By The Auxiliary Of Good Samaritan Hospital:
Mayflower Tour: Charleston and Savannah-O
7-day Air Tour of Charleston and Savannah, featuring Jekyll Island, departing May 6. Your tour includes: round trip airfare from Chicago, round trip airport transfers, Travelers Protection Plan, a fully escorted experience and $35 in future travel credits. For more information, please contact Mayflower Tours at 630.435.8525 or 1.800.728.0724.
Code: No code
When: Please call to register.
Cost: Per person rate: $1,834
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Ohhh! MY ACHING FEET -L
Presented by: Kumar Raigaga, D.P.M., Podiatrist, Metro Foot & Ankle Center
Join Dr. Kumar for an open discussion on the following:
— Common foot and ankle pain and complaints
— Sports injuries of the foot and ankle
— Shoegear and exercises
— Diabetic education and foot care
— Importance of visiting a Podiatrist or a foot & ankle specialist if you have problems
Code: 4G46
When: Monday, October 3, 7 to 8:30 p.m
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HOW WILL MEDICARE REFORM AFFECT YOU-W
Cathy Gleason will present information on changes which will affect your Medicare benefits, including proposed prescription drug benefits.
IF YOU RECEIVED INFORMATION FROM MEDICARE IN THE MAIL REGARDING THESE CHANGES, PLEASE BRING THIS TO THE LECTURE.
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When: Wednesday, October 12, 1 to 3 p.m.
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COUMADIN AND YOU….TAKING COUMADIN WISELY-G
Presented by: Jordan Weinstein, M.D., Interventional and Clinical Cardiologist
Midwest Heart Specialists, Good Samaritan Hospital
If you or a loved one is on Coumadin, come hear Dr. Weinstein review what every patient needs to know about this blood-thinner. Be sure to bring your questions!
Code: 4C30
When: Thursday, October 13, 7 to 8:30 p.m
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FIRE PREVENTION AND FIRST AID FOR OLDER ADULTS-W
Join Marsha Geisler, Downers Grove Fire Department as she discusses prevention for fire safety and demonstrates basic home first aide. A MOCK EMERGENCY CALL BY THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WILL ALSO BE INCLUDED IN THE DEMONSTRATION.
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When: Friday, October 14, 9 to 11 a.m. and Wednesday, October 19, 1 to 3 p.m.
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Breast Health for Women-W
Join Breast Health Specialist Mary Jo Osowski, RN, to learn how to perform a breast self-exam (BSE) in a safe and supportive environment. Discover what to do when changes are discovered. Includes a free shower card, discussion of normal breast anatomy, and information about non-cancerous conditions.
Code: 4C48
When: Tuesday, October 18, 5:30 to 6:30 pm.
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Sponsored By The Auxiliary Of Good Samaritan Hospital: Books Are Fun Book Sale-G
A great opportunity to purchase books, gift items, games and toys.
Code: No code
When: Wednesday, October 19, Thursday, October 20 and Friday, October 21
8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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Couples Massage -W
Join Licensed and Certified Massage Therapists Sue Gibson and Christine Jiskra to learn simple techniques to give and receive nurturing, intentional touch with your partner. Techniques based on Swedish massage. Wear loose-fitting, comfortable clothing so that you may actively participate.
Code: 4N87
When: Friday, October 21, 7 to 9 p.m.
Cost: $30.00-Wellness Center Member Couples
$60.00-Non-member Couples
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Fitness and Wellness Day -W
Experience the benefits of exercise. Bring your workout clothes, take a tour, use the equipment on the fitness floor and in the free weight area, jog on the track, shoot baskets, swim in the pools, relax in the whirlpool, and participate in scheduled classes.
Code: No code
When: Friday, October 21, 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.
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Alternative Therapy to Manage Menopause -W
Dr. Xiaoping Xu, a specialist in internal medicine and medical acupuncture, introduces therapies including acupuncture, mind/body medicine, Yoga, and other alternatives to manage common issues associated with menopause, including insomnia, mood swings, hot flashes, reduced mental clarity, and heavy menstrual periods.
Code: 4W18
When: Monday October 24, 6 to 7 p.m.
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Incontinence and Pelvic Pain Therapies -W
Licensed Physical Therapists Mona Barkauskas and Sarah Oldham partner with physical therapy assistant Marianne Conone to review exercises and non-surgical, physical therapy treatment options for these common women’s health issues.
Code: 4W17
When: Wednesday, October 26, 6 to 7 p.m.
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HORMONE REPLACEMENT: FACT AND FICTION-G
Presented by: Allyn Schaub, M.D., Obstetrician/Gynecologist, West Suburban Obstetrics Gynecology, Ltd., Good Samaritan Hospital
Dr. Allyn Schaub will discuss the recent information surrounding hormone use in relation to breast cancer risk, osteoporosis risk, colon cancer risk and heart disease.
Code: 4W08
When: Wednesday, October 19, 7 to 8:30 p.m.
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Fall Into Health Family Wellness Fair-L
Meet and Greet: Lemont Medical (Internal Medicine)
M & M Orthopaedics, Ltd.
Midwest Digestive Disease Specialists
Midwest Heart Specialists
Allison E. Murchison, M.D. (Ophthalmology)
Faith Myers, D.O., Pediatric Wellness Center
Oak Brook Allergists
Good Samaritan Physical Therapy
Free health information for parents and kids
Free health screenings and lectures
Special visit by paramedics
Enjoy fun and games
Refreshments and drawings
Tour our The Lemont Walk In Care Facility and
Our New Imaging Center (includes CT Scan, General X-Rays and Digital Mammography)
“MEET OUR VERY OWN SPIDERMAN tm”
7 days a week (no appointment necessary) and Our New Imaging Center (includes CT Scan, General X-Rays and Digital Mammography) For more information, please call: 630-243-7100.
Code: 4N86
When: Saturday, October 22, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
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Hospice Volunteer Training-W
Training prepares volunteers with skills necessary to accompany the terminally ill and their families with openness and compassion. Concepts on spiritual care, communication, grief, death and dying and bereavement will be discussed. Please contact Loni Weidemann at 630.963.6800 for more information.
Code: No Code
When: Friday, October 21, 7 to 10 p.m.
Saturday, October 22, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Sunday, October 23, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Cost: $15.00
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INCONTINENCE AND PELVIC PAIN THERAPIES W
Willaim H. Kobak, M.D., Denise Elser, M.D., Urogynecologists, Illinois Urogynecology, Margaret Roberts, MD, Ph.D, Physiatrist, Illinois Urogynecology, LTD, and Licensed Physical Therapists Mona Barkaukas and Sarah Oldham along with Marianne Conone, Physical Therapy Assistant
Join us to learn about innovative surgical techniques which can be done under local anesthetic in the outpatient setting and bladder Botox for pelvic pain. Also, join our physical therapists to review exercises, bio-feedback and non-surgical and physical therapy treatment options for these common women’s health issues.
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When: Wednesday, October 26, 6:30 to 9 p.m.
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6th Anniversary Free Workout Week -W
You are invited to live well and feel great during our 6th Anniversary Fitness and Wellness Week! Bring your workout clothes, take a free tour, use the equipment on the fitness floor and in the free weight area, jog on the track, shoot baskets, swim in the pools and participate in group exercise classes. Participate in free lectures and mind/body demonstrations. Health screenings for blood pressure, body composition, and body mass index available. For schedules, go to the Wellness Center web site, www.advocatehealth.com/goodsam, Fitness and Wellness link. Photo identification required; must 18 years and older.
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When: Monday through Friday, October 31 to November 4, 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.
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Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital Festival 2005: Masqurade Ball-O
Join Co-Chairs Vickie Hankes and Krista Miller along with the Festival 2005 Benefit Committee as they announce the 2005 Good Samaritan of the Year, John Anderson! Proceeds from Festival 2005 will benefit Cancer Care Programs and Cardiovascular Disease Diagnostics and Treatment. For more information please call 630.275.6518, or to register online, visit us at: http:// www.advocatehealth.org/foundation, and type in the key word masquerade.
Thank You To Our Sponsors:
Silver Level Benefactor ($25,000 donation)
— Radiologists of DuPage
Partner Level Benefactors ($5,000 donation)
— Cliff and Bette Carney
— Dan Krause Construction Services
— Mary Lou Shearhod
Crystal Level Benefactor ($2,500 donation)
— Annette Goetz
When: Saturday, October 29, 2005
Reception: 6 p.m.; Dinner: 7:30 p.m.
Black tie attire
Please respond by October 17, 2005
Entertainment by Gentlemen of Leisure
Where: Oak Brook Hills Resort
3500 Midwest Road, Oak Brook, Illinois
Cost: $250.00 per person
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