The February Health news and events is sponsored by MidState Medical Center
Meriden Health Department News and Events
Open Wide and Say Cheese!
February is National Children’s Dental Health Month
February is National Children’s Dental Health Month
When Should I Start Caring for My Child’s Teeth?
Dental care should start before a baby’s first tooth appears. Just because you cannot see the teeth doesn’t mean they are not there. Running a damp washcloth (or gauze pad) over your baby’s gums following feeding can prevent buildup of damaging bacteria. Once your child has a few teeth showing, you can brush them with a soft child’s toothbrush (but with no toothpaste) or rub them with gauze at the end of the day.
What Kind of Dentist Should My Child See?
You may want to take your child to a dentist who specializes in treating children. These dentists are called “pediatric dentists.” Pediatric dentists are trained to handle the wide range of issues associated with your child’s dental health.
How Can I Prevent Cavities?
It is recommended that your child’s first visit to the dentist take place by his or her first birthday. Here are some things to ask your child’s dentist to prevent cavities:
Ask about the use of topical fluoride when all of your child’s first teeth have come in (usually around age 2 ½ ). Fluoride hardens the tooth enamel, helping to prevent cavities.
If your water supply is not fluoridated, ask your dentist if you should use supplements.
Ask about the use of sealants as your child’s permanent teeth grow in.
Ask about the use of topical fluoride when all of your child’s first teeth have come in (usually around age 2 ½ ). Fluoride hardens the tooth enamel, helping to prevent cavities.
If your water supply is not fluoridated, ask your dentist if you should use supplements.
Ask about the use of sealants as your child’s permanent teeth grow in.
Also, follow these tips:
Brush at least twice a day and floss routinely (this goes for kids and adults!). Children as young as age 2 or 3 can begin to use a pea-size amount of toothpaste, as long as they are supervised. Your dentist can recommend when to start using toothpaste.
If your baby needs a bottle to sleep, do not put anything in it but water. Sugar from juice or milk can stay on the baby’s teeth for hours and harm your baby’s teeth.
Your child will be saying “cheese” in no time!
Submitted by the Meriden Health Department * Source of information: www.kidshealth.org
Celebrating American Heart Month - February 2007
Celebrating American Heart Month - February 2007
Are you concerned with how healthy your heart is? Do you have any of these common health concerns that you would like to change?
Diet High in Fatty Foods – Did you know that a diet high in fatty foods (saturated fats) may contribute to overweight or obesity and put one at risk for diabetes, high cholesterol, heart disease and high blood pressure? Incorporating in-season fresh fruits and veggies, oat bran or legumes into your diet would be good start to reducing your cholesterol.
Being Overweight or Obese –Having excess body fat is a contributor to diabetes, high cholesterol, heart disease and high blood pressure. If you decide that losing weight is something you should do, then remember to introduce changes gradually over several weeks. The slower you make changes the more likely you are to keep those extra pounds off and stick with your program. Remember that even modest changes, like adding an extra serving of veggies or walking the dog one more time, will make a difference.
A Sedentary Lifestyle –Regular, sustained exercise that raises your heart rate for 15 to 30 minutes without stopping, several times per week is a great way to improve your cardiovascular system. Another good way to have success is to incorporate healthy changes into your daily routine. An example of this may be taking the stairs instead of the elevator at work., or taking a quick walk on your lunch break.
Too Much Stress in Your Life – Learning stress- reduction/relaxation techniques such as stretching, meditation, yoga and deep breathing may be helpful. Don’t get caught with too much stress; it affects your blood pressure, how often you exercise, how much you eat and how well you control your blood sugar if you have diabetes.
Are You Still Smoking? – Did you know that smoking increases your risk for heart disease 3-4 times more than that of a non-smoker? Other risks of smoking to consider include asthma, chronic bronchitis and poor circulation, which are also stressful for your body. Contact Debbie Roman at the Meriden Health Department, 630-4104, for information on free smoking cessation classes.
Information on heart health is available at the Meriden Health Department, 165 Miller Street, or by calling Lea Crown, Health Educator, at 630-4238.
♥ This Valentines Day: Save your heart, quit smoking! ♥
The Meriden Health Department will be starting a free women’s social group for those who have quit smoking during pregnancy and want to stay smoke free or are trying to quit. The group will be held on Tuesday mornings, and will start in the spring.
Activities will include Tai Chi, low fat cooking demonstrations, jewelry making, and learning how to start an exercise program. Light, healthy snacks will be served at each meeting. Babysitting will be provided.
Women are encouraged to bring a buddy to the group. For more information, please call Debbie at 630-4104.
Midstate News and Events
CANCER CARE
For more information on Cancer Care programs,
please call 203-694-8353, unless otherwise noted.
Focus on Healing
Tuesdays , February 6, 13, 20, 27
5:30 to 6:45pm
An effective therapeutic program of exercise and movement to music for anyone who has experienced breast cancer.
Designed to help women experience total body movement and ease adjustment to a new body image. The Village at Kensington Place, 511 Kensington Ave., Meriden.
Registration required.
There is no cost for the program.
Dance Therapy
Facilitated by Susan L. Sandel, Ph.D., ADTR, CLM
203-457-1656
Afternoon Breast Cancer Support Group "Bosom Buddies"
Wednesdays, February 7, 2007
3:30-4:30pm
Join this group for women diagnosed with breast cancer.
Cancer Care Conference Room
Katherine Clements, RN, OCN
203-694-8631
“LOOK GOOD…FEEL BETTER”®
Mondays, February 12, 2007
2:00-4:00pm
"A program for women undergoing cancer treatment, featuring a licensed
cosmetologist to provide supportive techniques on skin, makeup, and hair
care. This is a free, non-medical, product-neutral program offered in
partnership with the American Cancer Society"
Cancer Care Conference Room
Registration required.
Sharon Jackson, RN
Leukemia/Lymphoma Support Group
Wednesdays, February 14, 2007
5:30-7:00pm
Join other patients who have been diagnosed with leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s Disease, and Multiple Myeloma. Caregivers are welcome.
Radiation Oncology Waiting Area
Diane Lafferty, LCSW
Hispanic Breast Cancer Support Group
Thursdays, February 15, 2007
6:30-8:00pm
"Spanish-speaking women with a diagnosis of breast cancer are invited to join group leader Virginia Aviles
Cancer Care Conference Room
Diane Lafferty, LCSW
203-694-8669
Black History Month Women’s Health Fair
Saturday, February 17, 2007
10:00am – 2:00pm
Screening for Blood Pressure, Diabetes, Breast Cancer Risk Assessment, Good Health practices, Q & A with African American Physician. Interactive Demonstration of Focus on Healing
Lunch will be provided.
Katherine Clements, RN, OCN
Women's Cancer Support Group
Mondays, February 19, 2007
6:00-7:30pm
Join Diane Lafferty, LCSW and Kathy Clements, RN for discussion in this group for women diagnosed with cancer.
Radiation Oncology Waiting Area
Diane Lafferty, LCSW
Art Therapy
Wednesdays, February 21; 2007
5:30-8:00pm
A program to help people touched by cancer find strength and hope through creative expression.
Cancer Care Conference Room
Registration required.
Patricia Corsetti,
Finding Strength & Hope
Katherine Clements, RN, OCN
203-694-8463
FAMILY BIRTHING CENTER
For more information on Family Birthing Center Programs, please call 203-694-8450 (unless otherwise noted). Registration Required for ALL classes.
Sibling Class
Wednesday, February 7, 2007
5:30 - 6:30pm
Sibling class is an interactive presentation for children 2 ½ years of age and older. This class includes discussion on what a new baby looks like, what a new baby does, and what a sibling can do with their new brother or sister. The class also includes listening to a story, watching a video on being a big brother or big sister,and practicing things like changing diapers and holding and burping a pretend baby. The class concludes with a tour of the Family Birthing Center and when permissible, the siblings get to see a newborn infant.
Rear of cafeteria at MidState Medical Center
Cost is $15.00 for the entire family
Breast Feeding
Thursdays, February 1, 2007
7:00 - 9:00pm
Thinking about breastfeeding your baby? This 2-hour class is designed for any mother exploring the option of breastfeeding. Various topics reviewed to promote a successful experience. Class format is open for questions and discussion. Partner or support person welcome.
Rear of cafeteria at MidState Medical Center
Free if delivering at MidState,
$10 for others
Weekly Breast Feeding Support Group
February 6, 13, 20, 27
10:00 - 11:30am
Come join new or experienced mothers and their babies in a relaxed atmosphere to discuss the adjustments and successes of breastfeeding for the 0-6 month age group. Group discussion is open format and facilitated by a Lactation Consultant or Nurse.
Family Lounge in Pavilion D at MidState Medical Center
No Registration Required
Cost: Free
Dawn Flohr, RN, BSN, IBCLC
Infant Massage
Tuesdays, February 6, 13,
11:30 – 12:30pm
For Infants up to 6 months. Designed to help you and your baby grow closer to each other, build muscle tone, coordination and brain function. Massage helps to establish a pattern of relaxation at an early age that your child can follow into adulthood.
Bring a Mat or Blanket
Family Lounge in Pavilion D at MidState Medical Center
Registration Required
Childbirth Refresher Class
Thursday , February 8, 2007
7:00 - 9:00pm
For those who just need a refresher in child birthing, this one-day, 2-hour class will meet their needs.
Rear cafeteria at MidState Medical Center
$25.00
LaPLANCHE CLINIC
All Programs will be held at LaPlanche Clinic – Meriden Senior Center lower level, 22-26 West Main St, Meriden
Please contact Jackie Hackbarth at 237-0300 (Mon-Tues-Wed)
Young at Heart
Tuesdays
10:30-11:30am
The “Young at Heart” group meets every Tuesday from 10:30–11:30am. Activities include lectures, discussions, field trips, luncheons, sing-a-longs and more. Open to area seniors aged 60 and over.
“Diet Watch” 8 week Series:
Wednesday, January 17, 2007 through February 23, 2007
10:00 – 10:45am
A weekly series addressing issues regarding weight loss and good nutrition. Topics will include “mood & food”, reading labels, meal planning, dining out, and “supermarket survival”
MIDSTATE VNA & HOSPICE
Blood Pressure Clinics
First Friday of each month
2:00 - 4:00pm
These clinics are open to the community. For more information regarding these programs, please call
VNA & Hospice Community Health Program at 203-235-5714.
One Research Parkway, Meriden, CT
Flu Clinics
These clinics are open to the community and are being offered through February at LaPlanche Clinic in Meriden. For more information regarding these programs, please call the VNA & Hospice to make an appointment.(203) 630-7109
Womens’ Health Symposium & Dinner
Thursday, February 8, 2007
6:00 – 8:00pm
The Heart Center at MidState Medical Center will present a panel discussion with Dr. Bugliari, Cardiology; Dr. Peccerillo,
OB/GYN; K. Clements, RN, Breast Care Coordinator/Oncology; A. Young, Dietitican.
What are your risks factors?
Question and answer session following program.
Registration Required
George’s II, Wallingford
BARIATRICS (Weight Loss Program) Please call to register
Bariatric Program Seminar
Tuesdays, February 13; March 13
6:30 – 8:00pm
This informational seminar is an opportunity for individuals considering bariatric surgery to meet with our Bariatric Team and learn about the option of weight loss surgery. Dr. Benbrahim will cover the medical/surgical aspects of obesity and the benefits of weight loss surgery; Our dietician will talk about nutritional issues with a focus on post-op diet; Our pharmacist will briefly discuss medication issues and there will be a discussion on behavioral/emotional aspects of the surgery.
MidState Medical Center
Cornerstone Building, 1st Fl
Conference Room V
Registration Required
203-694-8343
Midstate News and Events
CANCER CARE
For more information on Cancer Care programs,
please call 203-694-8353, unless otherwise noted.
Focus on Healing
Tuesdays , February 6, 13, 20, 27
5:30 to 6:45pm
An effective therapeutic program of exercise and movement to music for anyone who has experienced breast cancer.
Designed to help women experience total body movement and ease adjustment to a new body image. The Village at Kensington Place, 511 Kensington Ave., Meriden.
Registration required.
There is no cost for the program.
Dance Therapy
Facilitated by Susan L. Sandel, Ph.D., ADTR, CLM
203-457-1656
Afternoon Breast Cancer Support Group "Bosom Buddies"
Wednesdays, February 7, 2007
3:30-4:30pm
Join this group for women diagnosed with breast cancer.
Cancer Care Conference Room
Katherine Clements, RN, OCN
203-694-8631
“LOOK GOOD…FEEL BETTER”®
Mondays, February 12, 2007
2:00-4:00pm
"A program for women undergoing cancer treatment, featuring a licensed
cosmetologist to provide supportive techniques on skin, makeup, and hair
care. This is a free, non-medical, product-neutral program offered in
partnership with the American Cancer Society"
Cancer Care Conference Room
Registration required.
Sharon Jackson, RN
Leukemia/Lymphoma Support Group
Wednesdays, February 14, 2007
5:30-7:00pm
Join other patients who have been diagnosed with leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s Disease, and Multiple Myeloma. Caregivers are welcome.
Radiation Oncology Waiting Area
Diane Lafferty, LCSW
Hispanic Breast Cancer Support Group
Thursdays, February 15, 2007
6:30-8:00pm
"Spanish-speaking women with a diagnosis of breast cancer are invited to join group leader Virginia Aviles
Cancer Care Conference Room
Diane Lafferty, LCSW
203-694-8669
Black History Month Women’s Health Fair
Saturday, February 17, 2007
10:00am – 2:00pm
Screening for Blood Pressure, Diabetes, Breast Cancer Risk Assessment, Good Health practices, Q & A with African American Physician. Interactive Demonstration of Focus on Healing
Lunch will be provided.
Katherine Clements, RN, OCN
Women's Cancer Support Group
Mondays, February 19, 2007
6:00-7:30pm
Join Diane Lafferty, LCSW and Kathy Clements, RN for discussion in this group for women diagnosed with cancer.
Radiation Oncology Waiting Area
Diane Lafferty, LCSW
Art Therapy
Wednesdays, February 21; 2007
5:30-8:00pm
A program to help people touched by cancer find strength and hope through creative expression.
Cancer Care Conference Room
Registration required.
Patricia Corsetti,
Finding Strength & Hope
Katherine Clements, RN, OCN
203-694-8463
FAMILY BIRTHING CENTER
For more information on Family Birthing Center Programs, please call 203-694-8450 (unless otherwise noted). Registration Required for ALL classes.
Sibling Class
Wednesday, February 7, 2007
5:30 - 6:30pm
Sibling class is an interactive presentation for children 2 ½ years of age and older. This class includes discussion on what a new baby looks like, what a new baby does, and what a sibling can do with their new brother or sister. The class also includes listening to a story, watching a video on being a big brother or big sister,and practicing things like changing diapers and holding and burping a pretend baby. The class concludes with a tour of the Family Birthing Center and when permissible, the siblings get to see a newborn infant.
Rear of cafeteria at MidState Medical Center
Cost is $15.00 for the entire family
Breast Feeding
Thursdays, February 1, 2007
7:00 - 9:00pm
Thinking about breastfeeding your baby? This 2-hour class is designed for any mother exploring the option of breastfeeding. Various topics reviewed to promote a successful experience. Class format is open for questions and discussion. Partner or support person welcome.
Rear of cafeteria at MidState Medical Center
Free if delivering at MidState,
$10 for others
Weekly Breast Feeding Support Group
February 6, 13, 20, 27
10:00 - 11:30am
Come join new or experienced mothers and their babies in a relaxed atmosphere to discuss the adjustments and successes of breastfeeding for the 0-6 month age group. Group discussion is open format and facilitated by a Lactation Consultant or Nurse.
Family Lounge in Pavilion D at MidState Medical Center
No Registration Required
Cost: Free
Dawn Flohr, RN, BSN, IBCLC
Infant Massage
Tuesdays, February 6, 13,
11:30 – 12:30pm
For Infants up to 6 months. Designed to help you and your baby grow closer to each other, build muscle tone, coordination and brain function. Massage helps to establish a pattern of relaxation at an early age that your child can follow into adulthood.
Bring a Mat or Blanket
Family Lounge in Pavilion D at MidState Medical Center
Registration Required
Childbirth Refresher Class
Thursday , February 8, 2007
7:00 - 9:00pm
For those who just need a refresher in child birthing, this one-day, 2-hour class will meet their needs.
Rear cafeteria at MidState Medical Center
$25.00
LaPLANCHE CLINIC
All Programs will be held at LaPlanche Clinic – Meriden Senior Center lower level, 22-26 West Main St, Meriden
Please contact Jackie Hackbarth at 237-0300 (Mon-Tues-Wed)
Young at Heart
Tuesdays
10:30-11:30am
The “Young at Heart” group meets every Tuesday from 10:30–11:30am. Activities include lectures, discussions, field trips, luncheons, sing-a-longs and more. Open to area seniors aged 60 and over.
“Diet Watch” 8 week Series:
Wednesday, January 17, 2007 through February 23, 2007
10:00 – 10:45am
A weekly series addressing issues regarding weight loss and good nutrition. Topics will include “mood & food”, reading labels, meal planning, dining out, and “supermarket survival”
MIDSTATE VNA & HOSPICE
Blood Pressure Clinics
First Friday of each month
2:00 - 4:00pm
These clinics are open to the community. For more information regarding these programs, please call
VNA & Hospice Community Health Program at 203-235-5714.
One Research Parkway, Meriden, CT
Flu Clinics
These clinics are open to the community and are being offered through February at LaPlanche Clinic in Meriden. For more information regarding these programs, please call the VNA & Hospice to make an appointment.(203) 630-7109
Womens’ Health Symposium & Dinner
Thursday, February 8, 2007
6:00 – 8:00pm
The Heart Center at MidState Medical Center will present a panel discussion with Dr. Bugliari, Cardiology; Dr. Peccerillo,
OB/GYN; K. Clements, RN, Breast Care Coordinator/Oncology; A. Young, Dietitican.
What are your risks factors?
Question and answer session following program.
Registration Required
George’s II, Wallingford
BARIATRICS (Weight Loss Program) Please call to register
Bariatric Program Seminar
Tuesdays, February 13; March 13
6:30 – 8:00pm
This informational seminar is an opportunity for individuals considering bariatric surgery to meet with our Bariatric Team and learn about the option of weight loss surgery. Dr. Benbrahim will cover the medical/surgical aspects of obesity and the benefits of weight loss surgery; Our dietician will talk about nutritional issues with a focus on post-op diet; Our pharmacist will briefly discuss medication issues and there will be a discussion on behavioral/emotional aspects of the surgery.
MidState Medical Center
Cornerstone Building, 1st Fl
Conference Room V
Registration Required
203-694-8343
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