Inside Winter 2007:

Surviving Heart Disease: Feeling Alive Again with Pants Therapy

Know Your Diet: Resolve to Understand Dietary Fats

News & Briefs

Calculate Your Wellness – Online

Calendar of Events

Recognizing Our Family of Supporters

HRMC Calendar of Events
February – April 2007

Calendar information was correct at time of printing and is subject to change. Groups interested in having a health-related event listed on this calendar should call 605-353-6573 or e-mail info@huronregional.org.

Feb. 12, Mar. 12, Apr. 9, 2007
Diabetes Support Group

Where:    Huron Area Senior Center
When:    Meets every second Monday at 7 p.m.
Topics:    Feb. – Cardiac Review
Mar. – Foot Care
Apr. – Diabetic Burnout
Everyone is welcome to attend. For more information, contact Melanie Kludt at 605-352-8291.

Feb. 14, Mar. 14, Apr. 11, 2007
Peripheral Neuropathy (PN)
Self-Help Support Group

Where:    Huron Area Senior Center
When:    Meets every second Wednesday at 10:30 a.m.
Everyone is welcome to attend. Offers medical pointers as well as camaraderie for sufferers of PN. Contact 605-352-5181.

Feb. 20, Mar. 20, Apr. 17, 2007
Alzheimer's Support Group

Where:    Sunquest Village – Huron
When:    Meets every third Tuesday at 3 p.m.
Everyone is welcome to attend. Promotes support and education for family members and caregivers with loved ones affected by Alzheimer's disease. Contact Nancy Ziegeldorf at 605-352-8471.

Feb. 21, 2007
Go Red For Your Heart

Where:    HRMC Huron Towers Auditorium
When:    Noon to 1 p.m.
Heart disease is the number one killer of women. Join Cardiologist Dr. Kevin Vaska as he explains the unique symptoms and characteristics of heart disease in women. A heart-healthy lunch will be served. Tickets are available for $5 at HRMC information desks.

Feb. TBA, Mar. 30, Apr. TBA, 2007
Heart Smart Cardiac – Better
Breathers Pulmonary Support Group

Where:    Huron Towers Auditorium
When:    Noon
Topic:    Feb. – TBA
Mar. – Early Signs of Lung Problems and
FREE Breathing Tests (call for appt.)
Apr. – TBA
Everyone is welcome to attend. Promotes support and education for community members who have heart and lung disease and for family members who have loved ones that have been affected with the disease. Contact 605-353-6531.

Feb. 21, Mar. 21, Apr. 18, 2007
Huron Area Breast Cancer Support Group

Where:    Huron Towers Auditorium
When:    Meets every third Wednesday at 6 p.m.
Topic:    Feb. – Tell Your Story
Mar. – Post-Chemotherapy Medication
Apr. – Getting Fit for Prosthesis
All breast cancer survivors, patients and their families are welcome to attend. Through monthly meetings, educational speakers and a lending library, participants learn about the disease, treatment options and support. The lending library includes books, videos and cancer support items such as scarves, turbans, hats, music CDs and journals available for check out. Contact Cheri Fast at 605-353-6326.

Feb. 22, Mar. 22, Apr. 19, 2007
Huron Area Parkinson's Support Group

Where:    Huron Area Senior Center
When:    Meets every third Thursday at 2 p.m.
Topic:    Feb. – Benefits of Being an Advocate
Mar. – Depression and Anxiety
Apr. – Environmental Issues and Parkinson's
Open to all area Parkinson's patients and their caregivers. Contact Bonnie Younkin at
605-352-4801.

Feb. 24, 2007
Papa Luigi Goes Tex-Mex

Where:    Huron Event Center
When:    6 p.m.
Call 605-353-6315 for tickets or more information. More details are also online at www.hrmcfoundation.org.

Feb. 28 & Mar. 1, 2007
Discounted Heart Screening – $15
See details in the Know Your Diet article.

Mar. 6, 13, 20, 27, 2007
HRMC Prenatal Education Classes

Where:    Huron Towers Auditorium
When:    7:30 p.m.
Prenatal education classes are structured to prepare expectant parents for childbirth and are taught by certified childbirth educators. Each session includes four classes and is recommended to be taken during the last trimester of your pregnancy. A one-time fee of $20 covers the cost of materials. Contact HRMC maternity staff at 605-353-6251. To pre-register, visit www.huronregional.org/babyu.

Breastfeeding Class
A breastfeeding class is also offered on the third class date of each session at 6:30 p.m.

Mar. 24 & 25, 2007
YWCA Town & Country Show

Where:    Huron Arena – stop by HRMC's health education booth
When:    Saturday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Sunday 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

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