Event summary
From Park Ridge Health
Please call 855-PRH-LIFE to register for any Park Ridge Health events.
Special Events
Lunch & Learn: Diabetes Made Simple
Thursday, February 27
12 – 1 p.m.
DoubleTree Asheville 115 Hendersonville Road, Asheville, NC
Learn about diabetes and the related topics of medication management, simple lifestyle changes and easy cooking tips at this FREE event. Presented by Aysha Inankur, M.D., and Michelle DeGeeter, Pharm.D. A complimentary light meal will be served. Please RSVP by calling 855.PRH.LIFE.Baby Place Events
NEW!
Breastfeeding and Newborn Care
Wednesday, February 26
6 – 8 p.m.
Park Ridge Health (100 Hospital Drive, Hendersonville)
Offered as part of the Celebrate Pregnancy Childbirth Series, this option allows those who do not need a childbirth preparation class to attend Segment Four of the series, which is focused on breastfeeding and care of your newborn. Topics covered in the course include the following: benefits of breastfeeding, feeding patterns, and proper latch & positioning. This class is included in the Celebrate Pregnancy Childbirth Series, but if taken separately is $25.00 per couple.
Wellness on Wheels (W.O.W.) Screenings
Free Cholesterol Screenings
Lipid and glucose profiles by finger stick, along with blood pressure and body mass index screening. For best results, fast overnight. FREE.
Tuesday, February 25
8 – 11 a.m.
Harris Teeter shopping center
636 Spartanburg Highway, HendersonvilleThe Park Ridge Health Medical Mobile Unit (W.O.W. van) follows the Henderson County Schools Closing Policy for Inclement Weather. If schools are closed, the W.O.W. van will not operate. Please call 828-687-6288 or check www.parkridgehealth.org for upcoming screenings.
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