Carolinas Medical Center - Union/Spirit of Women

“Women’s Wellness Workshop: Get Smarter, Get Stronger”

Anne Velasco — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 18:22:24 +0000

Saturday, June 21, 9 am to 12 pm
Brain health, vitality, clarity, and strength are all possible throughout your life. Attend this workshop, featuring advice from health, exercise, and nutrition professionals and learn how to incorporate exercise and better nutrition into your life for a healthier brain and body. This free event will be held at Enterprise Workout Center located at 209 Myers Street in Monroe. Dress casually for a light workout and enjoy the catered lunch, door prizes and giveaways. Childcare will also be provided at no cost.
Call 704-225-2577 to register.

“Cancer Support Group”

Anne Velasco — Fri, 30 May 2008 17:16:35 +0000

Journey to Hope - Carolinas Medical Center-Union - Edwards Cancer Center - Cancer Support Group
Date: Meets the 4th Tuesday of each month
Time: 6:30 - 8:00 pm
Place: CMC-Union Private Dining Room

For more information, call 704-219-9766

“Heartsaver CPR/AED Certification Class”

Anne Velasco — Fri, 16 May 2008 15:37:14 +0000

Date: Saturday, May 31, 2008
Time: 8 am to 12 pm
Place: CMC-Union Outpatient Treatment Pavilion Auditorium
Cost: $15 per person

This 4-hour class includes adult/child CPR and AED (Automated External Defibrillator) and infant CPR instruction. This is the right choice for daycare providers, teachers, coaches, and any non-healthcare professional seeking a certification card. Ceritification cards will be mailed to participants upon completion of the course.
The registration deadline is Monday, May 26. Space limited. Call 704-993-2265 to register.

“Free Skin Cancer Screening”

Anne Velasco — Tue, 06 May 2008 02:39:27 +0000

Tuesday, May 20 from 6:15 to 8:30 pm

Your skin is the largest organ in your body. Cancer of the skin is the most common of all Cancers. An unusual sore, lump, blemish, marking, or change in the way an area of the skin looks or feels may be a sign of skin cancer. In light of May being National Melanoma/Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention Month, CMC-Union is offering free skin cancer screenings for interested parties. Dermatologists James Seward, MD and Gary Waldman, MD will conduct the screenings. Space is limited. To schedule an appointment, call 704-225-2577

Women’s Leadership Conference

Anne Velasco — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 10:42:25 +0000

The 4th. annual Women’s Leadership Conference will be held at the Agriculture Center on Hwy. 74 E on Friday, April 18 from 8:30am to 1:30pm. and all women are invited. The topic for this year’s conference is “Everyday Ethics: the Black, the White, the Gray. ” There will be a panel of professional women from different professions to discuss the topic and there will be lots of time for discussion among the attendees. The luncheon, at 12 noon, is being prepared by Matthew Sganga from the Stone Table Cafe. Admission is $35 . Please call Chris Austin at 704-283-3801 to register.

Free Workshop: Digestive Distress and Life Stress

Anne Velasco — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 22:15:13 +0000

On Thursday, March 27, from 6:30 - 8:15p.m. , Dr. Stephen Stephenson of Carolina Digestive Health in Monroe, will be speaking on digestive distress. During this free workshop, participants will learn more on constipation, heartburn, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and colon cancer. Dr. Stephenson will be answering your questions at the end of the program. Kathie Parker from the Monroe Hypnosis Center will also be on-hand to talk about relaxation techniques that may help prevent digestive disorders. Light refreshments will be served and door prizes given. All are welcome and bring a friend. Location is Carolina Medical Center-Union in the Outpatient Treatment Pavilion in the 2nd. floor auditorium. For reservations, call 704-225-2577.

Day of Dance for Health

Anne Velasco — Fri, 08 Feb 2008 16:44:35 +0000

On Saturday, Feb. 16, 2008, at Monroe Mall, the Spirit of Women and Carolinas Medical Center-Union will sponsor a “Day of Dance for Health ‘ from 10:00am to 1:00pm. Please click on the link below for details on the event or call 704-225-2577 for more information or to register for cholesterol screenings. Learn healthy lifestyle choices that can prevent heart disease.

dayofdance.pdf

“Free Mammogram Day”

Anne Velasco — Thu, 03 Jan 2008 18:14:26 +0000

Another Free Mammogram Day will be held on Saturday, January 12, 2008, from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm. This is part of the continuing outreach to women in Union County who qualify (who are uninsured or under-insured). If you (or someone you know) are interested, you MUST call 704-225-2577 to get an appointment.

Girl’s Night Out to Fight Breast Cancer

Anne Velasco — Wed, 17 Oct 2007 20:21:08 +0000

Grab your girlfriends and join Spirit of Women for a night of spa services, delectable hors d’oeuvres, dance instruction and participation, a fashion show, door prizes, educational presentations on breast cancer and cervical cancer, and much more! Please register by calling 704-225-2577. Visit www.cmc-union.org to check for changes or updates. This program will take place on October 25, 5 pm - 8 pm at the Union County Agricultural and Conference Center, located at 3230-D Presson Rd., Monroe

Women’s Wellness Workshop: Empowering through Fitness

Anne Velasco — Fri, 25 May 2007 22:31:56 +0000

Join Spirit of Women at Enterprise Workout Center located at 209 Myers St. in Monroe to learn ways to achieve some balace in your life. Dr. Gary Jewell from Union Obstetrics & Gynecology will be one of the guest speakers. $10 per person. Cost includes registration fee, lunch, and child care. Lunch provided by Capital City Bistro. Door prizes will be available.