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The Bellevue Hospital and the Bellevue Recreation Department are sponsoring yoga fitness classes. The classes are held in six-week sessions on Wednesdays from 6-7 p.m.

            The classes are held in the City Council Meeting Room located at Bellevue City Centre, 3000 Seneca Industrial Parkway in Bellevue.

            Certified Yoga instructor Karen Branco, an employee of The Bellevue Hospital, teaches the classes. Class fee is $20 for the six-week session. The next session begins on Aug. 25 and runs through Sept. 29.

             The yoga classes are open to the public, and are appropriate for any age. The classes focus on various levels of emotional, spiritual, physical, and mental healing.

            “Yoga is about stretching and breathing exercises,” said Branco. “Anyone of any age can perform yoga exercises, always ‘listening’ to your body and performing the stretches and exercises as your body allows.” The stretching and breathing exercises are performed both on a mat or blanket, and standing up. Participants go at their own pace.

            According to Branco, when relaxation is promoted to the body, ones natural body chemistry is then enhanced, improving mental and physical fitness.

            For additional information on the yoga fitness classes, contact Branco at The Bellevue Hospital at 419.483.4040, Extension 4206.

The Bellevue Hospital’s monthly community service, Morning Health Break, will be held on Monday, Aug. 2. The event is scheduled from 8:00-11:00 a.m. in Conference Rooms A&B at the 1400 West Main Street facility in Bellevue.

            Morning Health Break is a program that offers free or reduced health screenings, educational literature, light breakfast and a registered nurse to answer questions about health.
            The goal of the program is to focus on the importance of a healthy lifestyle and learning how to be healthier. Health care professionals are available to answer questions and provide health screenings for community members. This program is not meant to take the place of seeing a doctor or getting a second opinion.
            Morning Health Break offers free blood pressure and blood glucose (sugar) tests, while cholesterol tests are available for a fee of $10 and A1C diabetes tests are available for $10. The A1C test does not require fasting and is a screening and diagnosing tool for diabetes. Participants are also offered a free continental-style breakfast, of coffee, juice and rolls.
            The community outreach education program is part of The Bellevue Hospital's effort to ensure the health and wellness of its community members.
            For additional information, call 419.483.4040 (Bellevue); 419.547.0074 (Clyde); or 419.639.2065 (Fremont, Old Fort, Green Springs and Republic). Dial or ask for Extension 6610.

The Bellevue Hospital (TBH) and the American Cancer Society will team together to host a “Look Good, Feel Better” Program at TBH, located at 1400 W. Main St. in Bellevue, on Monday, Aug. 9 from 1-3 p.m. in Conference Rooms A&B.

            Look Good, Feel Better is a free American Cancer Society program that teaches beauty techniques to women who are actively undergoing cancer treatment. This program helps them combat the appearance-related side effects of radiation and chemotherapy.

            At the conclusion of the program, each participant will receive a free makeup kit worth $250.

            To register for the program, phone 888.227.6446, Ext. 2.

The Bellevue Hospital’s Diabetes Support Group will meet on Wednesday, Aug. 11 from 12:30-1:30 p.m. in Conference Rooms A&B at The Bellevue Hospital.

           Topic for the meeting will be “Sharing Your Story,” with guest speaker Eileen Hay, RN, CDE, with The Bellevue Hospital’s Diabetic Education Department. A question and answer session will follow.

            The support group is free and open to the public. Topics for future monthly meetings are generated by ideas from those who attend the programs. The group normally meets on the second Wednesday of each month.

           For further information call 419.483.4040 in Bellevue; 419.547.0074 in Clyde; or 419.639.2065 in Fremont, Old Fort, Green Springs and Republic. Dial or ask for Extension 4303.

The Bellevue Hospital is providing free glucose (blood sugar) and blood pressure checks at eight different Bellevue and Clyde locations in August.

           In Clyde, screenings are set for the following locations and days: Rite Aid, Aug. 16, 9-11 a.m.; Miller’s Super Valu, Aug. 18, 9-11 a.m.; and Senior Center, Aug. 26, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

           In Bellevue, screenings are set for the following locations and days: Medicine Shoppe, Aug. 4, 9:30-11:30 a.m.; Bassett’s Market, Aug. 10, 9-11 a.m.; Hogue’s IGA, Aug. 17, 9-11 a.m.; Recreation Center, Aug. 23, 8-10 a.m.; Main Street Open Market, Downtown Bellevue, Aug. 28, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. (blood pressures only); and Senior Center, Aug. 31, Noon-1:30 p.m.

           The community outreach education program is part of The Bellevue Hospital's effort to ensure the health and wellness of its community members.

           For additional information, visit the hospital’s website at www.bellevuehospital.com, or call 419.483.4040 (Bellevue); 419.547.0074 (Clyde); or 419.639.2065 (Fremont, Old Fort, Green Springs and Republic). Dial or ask for Extension 6610.

The Bellevue Hospital’s (TBH) monthly Mature Audience Luncheon is set for Thursday, Aug. 19, 2010

           Bellevue native Steven Zieber, M.D., a radiologist with The Bellevue Hospital, will be the featured speaker. He will talk about digital mammography, MR imaging, and risks of radiation exposure. A question and answer session will follow.

           Participants should note that the luncheon will be held in the Conference Center, lower level of Building B, directly behind the former hospital building location at 815 Northwest Street.

           The luncheon will be held from 11:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. The lunch fee of $2 will be collected at the door.

           The Mature Audience luncheon is a monthly community service of The Bellevue Hospital. The public is invited to attend. Anyone age 55 or older who would like to attend and who has not already pre-registered should do so by phoning the hospital.

           To register or for further information, call: in Bellevue, 419.483.4040; Clyde, 419.547.0074; or Fremont, Old Fort, Green Springs and Republic, 419.639.2065. Dial or ask for Extension 4899.

The Bellevue Hospital will be hosting Basic Aid Training (B.A.T.), an American Red Cross training course, on Saturday, Aug. 21 from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. in Burson Conference Rooms A&B.

B.A.T. is designed for children ages 8-10 years old.

B.A.T. teaches basic skills and knowledge necessary for children to identify and prevent potentially harmful situations, to be able to treat common injuries, and to respond to emergency situations. The program emphasizes prevention to highlight its importance in reducing injury.

The program also teaches First Aid procedures for handling breathing difficulties, bleeding, poisoning, burns and shock. Successful course completion requires classroom participation and skills demonstration. Each child receives an activity booklet to take home and an American Red Cross certificate upon completion of class.

Class size is limited. To register for the class, or for additional information, phone 419.483.4040, Ext. 4326.

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A few openings still remain for The Bellevue Hospital’s Basic Aid Training (B.A.T.), an American Red Cross training course, on Saturday, Aug. 21 from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. in Burson Conference Rooms A&B.

            B.A.T. is designed for children ages 8-10 years old.

            B.A.T. teaches basic skills and knowledge necessary for children to identify and prevent potentially harmful situations, to be able to treat common injuries, and to respond to emergency situations. The program emphasizes prevention to highlight its importance in reducing injury.

            The program also teaches First Aid procedures for handling breathing difficulties, bleeding, poisoning, burns and shock. Successful course completion requires classroom participation and skills demonstration. Each child receives an activity booklet to take home and an American Red Cross certificate upon completion of class.

Class size is limited. To register for the class, or for additional information, phone 419.483.4040, Ext. 4326.

FREE HIP SCREENINGS, EVALUATIONS BEING OFFERED AT THE BELLEVUE HOSPITAL-AUGUST 24, 2010

The Bellevue Hospital will be hosting a free hip screening and evaluation on Tuesday, August 24 from Noon-4 p.m.

            Andrew Huddleston, D.O., with Northern Ohio Medical Specialists, and on staff at The Bellevue Hospital, will perform the consultations.

            On the day of their appointment, participants will sign-in and be taken to the Radiology Department where x-rays of the pelvis area will be taken. Dr. Huddleston will then consult with each patient with the preliminary results of those x-rays, discussing any possible arthritic or degenerative hip concerns. Some participants may then be referred to their family physician or an orthopedic specialist for further treatment.

            The initial screening is free and reservations are required. A specific time may be requested but cannot be guaranteed, with all appointments falling between Noon-4 p.m.

Phone the Centralized Scheduling Department at 419.483.4040, Ext. 4326 for reservations or additional information.

The Family Birthing Center of The Bellevue Hospital is presenting a class to answer expectant mothers’ questions on the nutritional benefits and techniques of breastfeeding. The class will be held Wednesday, Aug. 25, from 6-8 p.m. The class will be held in Conference Rooms A&B at the hospital.

           The importance of good nutrition for the baby and mother will be discussed. Other topics include the motivation to nurse, correct positioning techniques, possible nursing problems and solutions, and how to return to work while nursing.

           A fee of $10 will be charged.

           To register or for more information phone: in Bellevue, 419.483.4040; Clyde, 419.547.0074; or Fremont, Old Fort, Green Springs and Republic, 419.639.2065. Dial or ask for Extension 3067.

           Information on all TBH programs is available on-line at www.bellevuehospital.com.

The Bellevue Hospital will host a Sibling Education Course on Saturday, Aug. 28, from 10:00-11:30 a.m. The program will be held in the Second Floor Conference Room at The Bellevue Hospital.

           Expectant brothers and sisters, ages 2 and over, enjoy this brief session on what to expect from a new baby. Parents also receive tips on helping the sibling cope with change. Siblings will make a present for the new baby and tour the birthing center. Siblings will receive an invitation in the mail.

           Refreshments will be served.

           A fee of $5.00 per child to a maximum of $10.00 per family will be charged.

           To register or for further information call in Bellevue, 419.483.4040, Clyde, 419.547.0074, or Fremont, Old Fort, Green Springs and Republic, 419.639.2065. Dial or ask for the Centralized Scheduling Department at Extension 3067.

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