How to Accessorize Your Home
Sunday, February 5 at 10:00 a.m.
Pottery Barn will share some simple and affordable ways to refresh your home with new accessories. To RSVP, call (704) 494-4883.
Preventing Falls and Savings Lives
Tuesday, February at 12:00 p.m.
In the U.S., the odds of falling each year after age 65 are about 1 in 3. Fortunately, most falls are not serious but are the leading cause of injury-related death among older adults. Join us for a presentation on fall prevention and learn how to safeguard you and your loved ones.
Registration is required. Contact LiveWELL Carolinas! at
(704) 494-2237 for more information and to register.
Keeping Your Newborn Healthy in the First 28 Days
Wednesday, February 8 at 1:00 p.m.
The first days with a newborn can be intimidating for a new parent, caregiver of grandparent, so we have designed a class to calm your anxieties as you get to know your baby.
information will be provided on signs and symptoms related to feedings, sleep patterns, fevers, rashes, common illnesses and how to care for a sick baby.
Registration is required. Contact LiveWELL Carolinas! at
(704) 494-2237 for more information and to register.
Self Defense for Women
Saturday, February 11 at 10:00 a.m.
Personal safety is about learning to decrease your risks and increase your options if assaulted. join martial arts-trained instructors to learn basic self defense techniques all women can use.
Hopefully, you'll never need to use them, but if you do, those effective, valuable self defense techniques could save your life.
Registration is required. Contact LiveWELL Carolinas! at
(704) 494-2237 for more information and to register
Health Benefits of Dark Chocolate
Monday, February 13 at 12:00 p.m.
Did you know that chocolate has been elevated to super food status? This presentation on the history of chocolate and health benefits found in the flavonols of dark chocolate is just in time for Valentine's Day.
Join a registered nurse to explore this topic and sample healthy dark chocolates.
Registration is required. Contact LiveWELL Carolinas! at
(704) 494-2237 for more information and to register
Healthy Cooking Demonstration: Valentine's Day Foods
Monday, February 13 at 6:00 p.m.
Treat yourself and your sweetheart to a fun and tasty evening of Valentine's Day foods that are good for your heart an soul. Join Check Kathryn Davis for a fun-filled evening celebrating the holiday of love!
Registration is required. Contact LiveWELL Carolinas! at (704) 494-2237 for more information and to register.
Lunch & Learn: Why is Taking My Medication Important?
Tuesday, February 14 at 11:30 a.m.
A pharmacist from Carolinas Medical Center - University will discuss the importance of medication adherence and its role in achieving positive health outcomes.
A "brown bag" session will follow, so bring your supplements, vitamins, prescriptions and over-the-counter medications. Box lunch will be provided.
Registration is required. Contact LiveWELL Carolinas! at
(704) 494-2237 for more information and to register.
Getting on the Health Train: Probiotics
Friday, February 17 at 11:30 a.m.
What are probiotics? Why are they good for us? How should we incorporate them into our diet? These and many more questions will be answered in this informative class.
Join a registred nurse for a presentation on these wonderful bacteria. Come with an open mind -- and an empty stomach -- and both will leave full!
Registration is required. Contact LiveWELL Carolinas! at
(704) 494-2237 for more information and to register.
Sponsored by Carolinas Medical Center - University
Saturday, February 18, 2012
11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Lower Level Grand Court
Come and join this free health fair focused on heart disease prevention and support, presented by Carolinas Medical Center-University's Critical Care Center. Stop by and walk through the world's largest, most realistic heart - the AmeriHeart.
Enjoy free heart health screenings, interactive exhibits, cooking demonstrations, Zumba, giveaways and in-depth physician lead discussions.
For more information, contact LiveWELL Carolinas at
(704) 494-2237.
Sunday Brunch for the Soul: Begin the New Year Stress Free
Sunday, February 19 at 1:00 p.m.
Stress comes in many forms and affects people differently. Begin the New Year by learning how to take charge of your emotions, thoughts and environment.
Join a nurse-led discussion on management strategies that will successfully change the way you respond to stress and keep it within your control. Brunch will be provided.
Registration is required. Contact LiveWELL Carolinas! at
(704) 494-2237 for more information and to register.
Healthy Home, Healthy You!
Friday, February 24 at 6:30 p.m.
From your local doctor's office to the White House, obesity is becoming one of the greatest health risks in the United States and a growing concern.Good health begins at home.
Join Curtis Preik, MD, from Cabarrus Family Medicine for a presentation on obesity's link to negative health. He will cover ways to stay healthy and focus on positive goal-setting. Light refreshments will be served.
Registration is required. Contact LiveWELL Carolinas! at
(704) 494-2237 for more information and to register.
