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Bellingham
Drop-in for Diabetes Answers
On the first Wednesday of every month from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., PeaceHealth is offering a new resource for anyone who has or is concerned about diabetes or prediabetes. Stop by to get your questions answered by a certified diabetes care and education specialist. No registration required. Just show up at PeaceHealth Cordata Main, Conference Room 1 at 4545 Cordata Parkway on the lower level in Bellingham. Questions? Call 360-752-5206.
Centering Pregnancy Program
If you're expecting a baby, consider joining the Centering Pregnancy Program at the Cordata South clinic in Bellingham. The prenatal care program combines expert healthcare with group support in 10 fun, interactive group appointments with others who are pregnant. Ask your OB-GYN about the Centering program so you can find your community today.
Sedro-Woolley
United General Hospital District #304 offers the following courses online:
Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR)
Wednesday, May 8, 3 to 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, May 28, 5:30 to 7 p.m.
Since 1949, May has been recognized as Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to reflect, learn, and grow. We all have a role in promoting health and preventing suicide, and anyone can gain the skills to help save a life. People ages 16 and older will learn and practice the proven QPR method to support someone in a mental health or suicide crisis with confidence and compassion. Register here: https://unitedgeneral.org/classes/#mhp-classes
WIC Breastfeeding Class
Thursday, May 16, 1 p.m. [In English]
Jueves, Mayo 16, 4 p.m. [En Español]
Join United General District 304’s knowledgeable WIC Breastfeeding Counselor to learn how to overcome common feeding struggles. You do not have to be a WIC participant to attend the class and no matter where you are in your parenting journey, WIC can help parents to breastfeed, chestfeed and human milk feed their babies. Register here: https://unitedgeneral.org/classes/#parenting-classes
Overdose Response
Tuesday, May 7, 11 a.m.
Anyone who uses opioids, including prescriptions, can be at risk for an overdose. Learn how to recognize an overdose and go through the steps to respond effectively to an overdose crisis by calling 911 and administering naloxone (aka Narcan) in this short online training. Register here: https://unitedgeneral.org/classes/#health-and-safety
See all classes and offerings from United General Hospital District.
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Virtual
Advance Care Directive Classes
Now is a good time to complete or update your advance directive. You can use this plan to let others know ahead of time the kind of care you want to receive should you not be able to speak in the future. Watch the on-demand video or call 360-752-5267 to ask about in-person classes near you.
Childbirth Center Tour
Tour the PeaceHealth St. Joseph Childbirth Center from the comfort of your home. Watch the video to learn what to expect and how to prepare for the arrival of a little one.
Virtual Cancer Support Group
If you have cancer, you're not alone on this journey. Drop into this weekly virtual support group at 10 a.m. every Monday for emotional and practical support. For more information, call 360-788-8232 or email sclough@peacehealth.org.
Note: Classes and events may be subject to change.
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