Posted on: Saturday, September 27, 2003
Health Calendar
Advertiser Staff
World Walk for Breastfeeding, short walk around the park, with information booths, books, prizes and keiki activities, sponsored by La Leche League of Hawaii, 9 a.m. today, Kapi'olani Park; free, donations accepted. 422-5232.
Facial Yoga, workshop to firm and reshape facial muscles and reduce jaw tension through yoga led by Sabrina Stevens, 9-10 a.m. today, Kapi'olani Women's Health Center; free. 535-7000 to register or www.starface.com for information on the system.
"Fall Prevention," workshop for families and caregivers of Alzheimer's patients presented by Joanne Cinter, 10-11:30 a.m. today, Kaka'ako Room, Ward Warehouse; free. 591-2771.
Introduction to Reiki, class led by Dori Spondike on this natural healing method to relieve stress, 10-11:30 a.m. today and 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Wellness Center, Unity Church at Diamond Head; free. 542-0922.
Strength Training Class, increase flexibility, balance and coordination, sponsored by Shape Up Across Hawaii, 11 a.m.-12:45 p.m. today, Kapi'olani Women's Center; free. Registration required: 535-7000.
"Trying to Have a Baby?" discussion of in vitro fertilization options for infertile couples by Dr. Thomas Kosasa, noon-1 p.m. today, second-floor auditorium, Kapi'olani Medical Center; repeats noon-1 p.m. Oct. 11; free. 946-2226.
Women's Health Month Lectures, three doctors present lectures on topics of interest to women: Dr. Kevin Dieffenback on "All About Cosmetic Surgery," 1 p.m. Saturday; Dr. Sian Evans, "Update of Breast Health," 1:45 p.m. Saturday; and Dr. Elenita Alvarez, "Boning Up on Osteoporosis and Menopause," 2:30 p.m. Saturday; St. Francis Medical Center-West Auditorium; free. 547-6410.
"Light the Night," evening walk and celebration fund-raiser for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, registration 4 p.m., walk begins at 7 p.m. today, Ala Moana Beach Park; no registration fee, sponsorships encouraged. 534-1222.
"Leaving an Enduring Legacy," Dr. Roy Gaton discusses which things are most important to pass on to future generations, a MindBodySpirit forum, 7 p.m. Monday, Castle Hospital Medical Plaza and Wellness Center; free. Registration required: 263-5400.
2nd Annual Pau Cancer Party, celebrate with other cancer survivors, 5-8 p.m. Thursday, Compadres Bar & Grill, Ward Centre; $9 in advance, $12 at the door for Mexican pupu table; a benefit for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society's "Team in Training." 488-1391.
4th Annual "Art From the Heart," works by patients in the Louis Vuitton Creative Arts Program on view and on sale (proceeds benefit both the artist and the program), 5-7 p.m. Friday, Rehabilitation Hospital of the Pacific lobby; free admission. 566-3790.
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