Health Notes
US Too!, a support group of prostate cancer survivors, will meet from 7 to 9 p. m. today in Room 301, Veterans Affairs Medical Center. For information, call 743-7595 or 834-9200, Ext. 5169.
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The Amherst Secular Organizations for Sobriety hold a support group meeting at 7:30 p. m. each Tuesday in the Center for Inquiry, 1310 Sweet Home Road, Amherst. No fee for the meeting. For information, call 636-4869, Ext. 318.
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From 2 to 6 p. m. today, a free health fair will be hosted by Oracle Charter School, 888 Delaware Ave. The event will include glucose, dental, blood pressure and STD screenings, Dr. Tom Schenk answering questions regarding H1N1, a flu shot clinic, representatives from Roswell Park Cancer Institute discussing smoking cessation and cancer awareness, a blood drive and more. Students, their families and community members are invited. For information, call 362-3188, Ext. 222.
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Buffalo Chapter of the National Stuttering Association will hold a support group meeting from 7 to 9 p. m. Wednesday in 280 Park Hall, University at Buffalo Amherst Campus. For information, call Adrian at 510-3849 or e-mail casanova7164@yahoo.com . •••
“Take Control of Kidney Disease Through Knowledge,” a chronic kidney disease management class for those in the early stages of kidney disease, will be held at 5 p. m. Wednesday in the National Kidney Foundation offices, 300 Delaware Ave., Suite 101. Taught by a registered dietitian, the class covers kidney function, conditions that accompany chronic kidney disease, slowing the progression of the disease, maintaining a healthy attitude, and nutrition and diet guidelines. The $35 cost is covered for most members of the major health insurance carriers. Scholarships are available. To register, call 835-1323.
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Empty Leash sponsors a weekly pet-loss self-help support group at 5:30 p. m. Thursdays in Life Transitions Center, 150 Bennett Road, Cheektowaga. Registration is necessary; call Kym at 668-2446 or Sue at 656-0871.
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Mount St. Mary’s Hospital and Health Center will hold a health care conference, “For Women Only, Take Care of Yourselves!” on Saturday at the Conference Center of Niagara Falls. Registration/ breakfast begin at 8 a. m. Keynote speaker is Brenda Elsagher, author and cancer survivor. Also included are programs on colon-rectal health, menopause, spiritual health, fitness and sleep, informational displays, luncheon and fashion show. Registration is $15. For information or registration, call 298-2697 or 298-2146.
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The National Kidney Foundation of WNY is offering free “Kidney Early Evaluation Program” screenings from 9 a. m. to 4 p. m. Saturday at the McCoy Convention Center, 653 Clinton St. The program is for those who have a parent, grandparent or sibling who has diabetes, high blood pressure or kidney disease. Screenings include blood pressure and weight measurements, plus blood and urine tests. For an appointment or information, call 835-1323.
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Pet Heaven Funeral Home, 3614 North Buffalo Road, Orchard Park, will host a pet loss support group meeting at 9:30 a. m. Saturday. For information, call 662-5677.
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A free prostate cancer screening for men over age 40 will be hosted by the Buffalo Branch NAACP from 9 a. m. to 2 p. m. Saturday at Rev. Dr. Bennett W. Smith Jr. Family Life Center, 833 Michigan Ave., behind St. John Baptist Church, 184 Goodell St. The blood test measures the level of prostate-specific antigens found in the blood. Early detection is important, and statistics show that African-American men are more at risk to develop prostate cancer than other men. For information, call 884-7242.
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The National Kidney Foundation of WNY will present “Live Kidney-Friendly” from 1 to 4 p. m. Sunday at D’Youville College, Koessler Administration Building, 320 Porter Ave. It is designed for kidney disease patients and those at risk for the disease including those with diabetes, high blood pressure, or family history of these conditions. There will be live cooking demonstrations, “Patient Empowerment” session, and CKD Jeopardy. Cost is $5 and includes parking and refreshments. To register, call 835-1323.
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To celebrate its fifth anniversary, Gilda’s Club WNY will host a series of special events from Monday through next Saturday (Nov. 9-14) including poetry, art and card-making workshops, new member meetings, Living With Cancer in Your 20s and 30s networking group, lymphoma/leukemia family support group, Noogieland children’s activities and a Nutritional Networking Lunch and more. The activities are free and open to the public. For list of events, visit www.gildasclubwny.org ; to register, call 332-5900. •••
The Breast Cancer Network of WNY will present an educational program at 6 p. m. next Tuesday in the Emerson Room, Unitarian Universal Church, 6320 Main St., Williamsville. Dr. Amy Early, an oncologist, will talk about “Aromatase Inhibitors—A Look at the Benefits and Side Effects.” A support group meeting will follow at 7:30. For reservations, phone Georgeia at 674-8683.
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Hospice Buffalo and the Alzheimer’s Association will present an informal workshop on Alzheimer’s Disease at 10:30 a. m. next Tuesday at Peregrine’s Landing, 575 Cayuga Road, Cheektowaga. For reservations, phone 893-3000.
Support groups, and phone numbers to call for information include: Alcoholics Anonymous First Step, 8 p. m. Friday, auditorium, Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center, Niagara Falls, 278-4569; Alcoholics Anonymous International Group, 6:30 p. m. Saturday, Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center, 278-4569; Narcotics Anonymous, 5 p. m. Sunday, Memorial Medical Center Auditorium, 278-4569.
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