Are You at Risk for a Brain Attack?

Free Stroke Screening

Thursday, May 22

9:00 – 11:00 am

1:00 – 3:00 pm

Stine Rehab Unit, 7th Floor, Use Main Entrance

Call 570-621-4002 to make an appointment.

Free Stroke Screening includes:

• Risk Assessment
• Blood Pressure
• Pulse Rate
• Carotid Artery Check

Living Well with Diabetes Education Program
Tuesdays, June 3, 10 & 17                        
1:00 - 4:30 pm
Education Classroom, 1st floor

Call 570-621-4367 to register.
This diabetes education program offers comprehensive and refresher education for outpatients with Type 1, Type 2 and Gestational Diabetes. Living Well with Diabetes includesinstruction from certified diabetes educator Diane Ehlinger, RN, BS, CDE. A diabetes nutrition specialist and a pharmacist also provide basic information and skills to help people live well with diabetes. The 10-hour program, held over three weeks, is recognized by the American Diabetes Association for meeting national diabetes education standards.

Parkinson’s Disease Support Group

Will be held every second Friday of the month.For more information & to pre-register, call 570-621-4572.This support group is for people with Parkinson's Disease and their loved ones. Parkinson's is a life altering illness.  Come join others,learn, broaden your circle of friends, help others and just be yourself. This is a non-formal opportunity to share experiences, explore your community, feel better, and enjoy each other's company. Refreshments and free parking will be available.

Type 2 Diabetes Support Group

Will be held the first Thursday of the month, 6:00 pm.For more information & to pre-register, call 570-621-4572.Monthly meetings alternate between Good Samaritan and Pottsville Hospital.  Educational topics will be presented.  Light refreshmentswill be served.

Dates/Locations:

June 5 - Good Samaritan

July 3 - Pottsville Hospital

August 7 - Good Samaritan

September 4 - Pottsville Hospital

October 2 - Good Samaritan

November 6 - Pottsville Hospital

December 4 - Good Samaritan