Health Notes
Cape Coral
Blood pressure checks
The Cape Coral Hospital Auxiliary conducts blood pressure tests every Thursday from 1-3 p.m. in the main lobby. For information, call 574-0206.
Relay for Life
Saturday is the Columbus Day Parade. The Cape Coral Relay for Life is looking for walkers to march in the parade. To participate, e-mail Donna Germain at donna@capecoralchamber.com. Walkers will meet at 1 p.m. at Tim Collier State Farm, 1315 S.E. 47th St.
Blood pressure and glucose screenings
Bright Star Healthcare will conduct blood pressure and glucose screenings from 9-10 a.m. on the third Wednesday of each month at Lake Kennedy Senior Center, 400 Santa Barbara Blvd. Appointments not necessary. Cost is $15 per member. For information, call 574-0575.
Healthy Brain Memory Program
Lee Memorial Health System’s Older Adult Services presents a Healthy Brain Memory Program classes from 1-3 p.m. today, Oct. 13 and 15 at Lake Kennedy Senior Center, 400 Santa Barbara Blvd. Cost is $15 for members. Pre-registration required. For information and to register, call 74-0575.
New mammography machine for offices
Physicians Primary Care of Southwest Florida, which has three offices in Cape Coral, now has the new Selenia digital mammography system – a state-of-the-art machine to help doctors in the diagnosis of breast cancer. It is faster than the old technology and allows the radiologist to see images more clearly. One machine is located in the office at 1304 S.E. Eighth Terrace.
Flu, pneumonia shots
The Visiting Nurses Association will offer flu and pneumonia shots to people 65 and older or those with chronic health problems from 1-4 p.m. Friday at Lake Kennedy Senior Center, 400 Santa Barbara Blvd. Shots will not be given to people with egg allergies, anyone who has had Guilian-Barre syndrome, women who are pregnant or anyone who is ill or has a fever. Cost is $30 for the flu shot and $45 for the pneumonia shot. Bring Medicare card to bill Medicare. Medicare HMO or Advantage Plan individuals must pay and a receipt will be given for reimbursement. For information, call 337-4848.
Blood pressure and blood sugar clinics
Tatalomo’s Nurses Registry will provide free blood pressure and blood sugar clinics on the third Monday of each month at Lake Kennedy Senior Center, 400 Santa Barbara Blvd. For information, call 574-0575.
Movin’ On
Movin’ On, a one-hour class of gentle exercises and movement for breast cancer survivors, will be held Saturdays, Saturday-Nov. 14. Classes offered at no charge; funded by grants from The League Club of Naples and the Cape Coral Foundation. Presented by Lymphedema Resources Inc. For information, call 898-1008 or e-mail lymphedemares@aol.com.
Cape Coral Kidney Thrift Store
The Cape Coral Kidney Thrift Store is located at 4836 Candia St. It is a little known treasure chest of donated items from the community. All of the proceeds go to the Kidney Foundation and dialysis patients in the Cape. It offers clothing, household items, home decor and more. Donations are tax deductible. For information, call 945-1835.
H1N1 seminar
An informational seminar, titled “H1N1 – The Facts,” will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at Coral Trace Health Care, 216 Santa Barbara Blvd. Rocerick “Rory” Nassif will speak and will answer any questions or concerns. Event is free. Refreshments will be served. Reservations requested by Friday at 772-4600.
Fort Myers
Sheriff to speak
Lee County Sheriff Mike Scott will present an overview of public safety from 11:15 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday at The Hilton Garden Inn in Fort Myers. Hosted by Lee Republican Women Federated Cost is $16. For reservations, call Clara at 482-5160 or e-mail clacal@comcast.net.
Fall beauty seminar lineup
Plastic surgeon Drew A. Kreegel and his staff announce the fall beauty seminar lineup. Topics include breast enhancement, BOTOX and their secrets to helping people look up to 10 years younger. Refreshments, giveaways and special pricing will be available at all events, which will held at his office at 16410 HealthPark Commons Drive, Suite 200, Fort Myers.
– Today: Secrets of the esthetician from 5:30-7 p.m.
– Oct. 15: Breast enhancement from 67 p.m.
– Oct. 24: BOTOX Party from 11 a.m.- 3 p.m.
Reservations required. For information or to reserve a spot, call 343-9777.
American Cancer Society volunteers
The American Cancer Society is seeking volunteers. Opportunities include committee members for Relay for Life to help organize teams, recruit members and more. The ACS is a nationwide, community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives and diminishing suffering from cancer through research, education, advocacy and service. To volunteer, call Cheri Hallock at 677-0516.
Free diabetes screenings
Free diabetes screenings will be held from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Oct. 22-23 at Sweetbay Pharmacy, 10580 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers. No appointment necessary. For information, call (800) 713-3301.
Project for Make a Difference Day
For a Make a Difference Day project, RSVP of Lee County and the Senior Friendship Centers will collect unused personal care items to be given to individuals in need in the community, including local seniors on fixed incomes, the homeless and impoverished. Personal care kits will be prepared for distribution. Anyone who has trial-sized items of shampoo, soap, conditioner, toothpaste and such are asked to donate to the cause. A group of volunteers will assemble bags for distribution. Anyone interested in donating items or assisting with the project can call Margaret at 275-1881, ext. 203.
Baby Boot Camp
Baby Boot Camp, a program for balancing the fitness needs of new moms with their desire to spend time with their baby or toddler, as well as meeting some of the same needs of her family, will hold classes at 9:15 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at Bell Tower Shops in Fort Myers. The 55-minute sessions are designed for all fitness levels, including prenatal women, and combine strength-training exercises with cardiovascular drills. Cost ranges from $3-$15 per session. First class is free. All instructors are certified personal trainers with certification in pre- and post-natal exercise. For information or to register, call 560-6893 or visit: www.babybootcamp.com.
Reading for All
A Reading for All workshop will be held from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday at Florida Gulf Coast University. The workshop targets literacy development for children 5-12 who are autistic or have a related disability. Program is free. Register by calling 590-7771 or e-mail cphilbroc@fgcu.edu.
Power wheelchairs
Medicare’s regulations now make it easier for seniors and others with debilitating conditions such as arthritis, stroke, heart and breathing problems, or diabetes, to obtain a power wheelchair at little or no cost. Miracle on Wheels is trying to increase public awareness about the assistance options that allow seniors and the disabled to remain independent in their own homes rather than undergo difficult surgery or other expensive treatment or resort to moving into a nursing home. These assistance options are available to anyone with problems getting around their home, or who are in danger of falling due to the medical condition. To learn about qualifying for a power wheelchair at little or no cost, contact Miracle on Wheels at (800) 400-4210.
Movin’ On
Movin’ On, a one-hour class of gentle exercises and movement for breast cancer survivors, will be held Tuesdays, today-Nov. 10, in Fort Myers. Classes offered at no charge; funded by grants from The League Club of Naples and the Cape Coral Foundation. Presented by Lymphedema Resources Inc. For information, call 898-1008 or e-mail lymphedemares@aol.com.
Naples
Movin’ On
Movin’ On, a one-hour class of gentle exercises and movement for breast cancer survivors, will be held Wednesdays, today-Nov. 11, in Naples. Classes offered at no charge; funded by grants from The League Club of Naples and the Cape Coral Foundation. Presented by Lymphedema Resources Inc. For information, call 898-1008 or e-mail lymphedemares@aol.com.