Health Calendar
Have a Healthy Heart, cholesterol and blood pressure screening, food samples and educational material in recognition of American Heart Month, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. today, Wal-Mart, Waipahu; fee. 688-9096.
3rd Annual Smilefest with keiki activities, fluoride treatments, toothbrushes and toothpaste for kids, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday, Honolulu Hale lawn,; free admission. 523-3103, www.healthysmileshawaii.com.
Introduction to Natural Healing and Qigong, lecture by Hong Liu on medical qigong, healing foods and other natural healing methods, 6-8:30 p.m. Monday, Central Union Church; free. 528-4715, www.qimaster.com.
MindBodySpirit Forum, state representative David Pendleton speaks on the importance of a positive outlook and personal faith, 7 p.m. Monday, Wellness Auditorium, Castle Medical Center; free. 263-5400.
Help for Your Heart, talks by Dr. Robert Hong and Dr. John Cogan on the treatment of irregular heartbeats, coronary heart disease, and elevated cholesterol, 6 p.m. Wednesday, Queen's Conference Center, corner of Beretania and Punchbowl; free. Registration required: 537-7117.
Family Health and Education Diversity Seminar, workshop on health issues for minorities, by Dr. Richard Williams, 9 a.m.-noon Thursday, 1311 Kapi'olani Blvd., second-floor conference room; $45. Reservations: 597-1341.
"From Overweight to Morbid Obesity: Regaining Control," Dr. Kenric Murayama speaks on treatments for obesity, including surgical options, 6-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Queen's Conference Center, Beretania and Punchbowl streets; free. Registration recommended: 537-7117.
"Rediscover Your Love Life," Dr. David Kuchenbecker discusses current therapies in erectile dysfunction and will answer questions on Viagra and other treatments, 7 p.m. Thursday, Wellness Auditorium, Castle Medical Center; free. Registration: 263-5400.
Improving Posture with Imagery, practice of alignment imagery and movements, for ages 55 years and older, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Friday, Hale Kuhina 107, Windward Community College; $9. Registration required: 235-7433.
Body/Mind Retreat, program of mindfulness meditation and network chiropractic to increase the flow of energy in the spine, led by Dr. Dean Nelson of Windhorse HealthCare, 9 a.m.-noon Feb. 28, Unity Church at Diamond Head; $45. 254-5577.
Finding True Forgiveness, Deborah Jones Peterson leads a workshop on healing past wounds and maintaining a forgiving attitude, 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Feb. 28, Hawaii Wellness Institute; $79. 848-5544, www.untherapy.com.
ONGOING
Butoh Movement Workshop, exercises to develop sensory and spatial awareness through dance and spoken word, 3-5 p.m. Sundays, Japanese Cultural Center of Hawaii, Kenshikan Dojo; $30 per month. 387-4861.
Exercise Class, morning stretching, bending and breathing class led by Paul Bragg, 9-10 a.m. Mondays through Saturdays, Fort DeRussy Park; free.
TAI CHI FOR ARTHRITIS, sponsored by the Arthritis Foundation, 2:30-3:30 p.m. or 6-7 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, Institute for Zen Studies, 720 Iwilei Road; $4 per class. 566-7231, 596-2900. Also, 8:30-10 a.m. Wednesdays and Fridays, Chinatown Cultural Plaza Courtyard; $1 donation requested. 596-2900.
40 Minutes to Health, workshop on maintaining your health naturally, by Dr. Mark Hoffman, 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Island Family Chiropractic; free. 596-0599.
Freedom from Pain, series of classes by Brett A. Sloan on how to reduce pain from inflammation and injury through nutrition, 6 p.m. Fridays, Airport Center Chiropractic Clinic; free. 834-8662.
