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Checks and ScreeningOsteoporosis ScreeningMarch 15, the Turner Center, Suite 110, Springfield.

Osteoporosis risk assessment and bone density screen-ing. Age 50 and older. Appointment required. Cost is $25. Call 269-INFO to register.

Life Line Stroke and Vascular Disease ScreeningsApril 6, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Ozark Fire Protection

District, 604 N. Third St., Ozark; April 16, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., First Baptist Brookline, 2044 S. Hwy. MM, Springfield; April 23, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Boulevard Baptist Church, 1030 S. Eastgate Ave., Springfield. Cost is $149 for painless, non-invasive screenings, including stroke/carotid artery, heart rhythm, abdominal aortic aneurysm, peripheral arterial disease and osteoporosis risk assessment. To reserve a spot, call (866) 964-5850.

Health ExpoApril 12, 7-10 a.m., Southside Medical Center, 1120

S. Springfield Ave., Bolivar. A lipid panel measuring the amount of cholesterol and triglycerides is available for $25. A comprehensive metabolic panel includes test-ing for glucose, calcium, electrolytes and liver function for $20. Men may receive a prostate cancer test for $30. A thyroid profile test is available for $30, a complete blood count test for $15, Protime and INR test for $20 and a hemoglobin AIC test is available for $20. Results are mailed in approximately 10 working days. For more information, contact the CMH Information Center at 328-6010 or (888) 328-6010.

Education and ClassesBeat the Pack - Smoking Cessation CourseApril 2 and 30 and May 28, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.,

Diabetes Center at CoxHealth Surgery Center, 960 E. Walnut Lawn, Springfield. Classes are held every Tuesday for four weeks. Cost is $80. For more information, call 269-4847.

Infant Only CPRApril 2, May 7 and June 4, Citizens Memorial

Hospital, Bolivar. Cost is $5 per person if you are taking childbirth classes at CMH. If not, cost is $20 per person. For more information, contact 328-6769 or edservices@citizensmemorial.com.

Lunch and LearnApril 12, community rooms at Citizens Memorial

Hospital, Bolivar. Guest speaker is Dr. Chetan Soni, opthamologist. For more information, contact Wren Hall at 328-6318 or wren.hall@citizensmemorial.com.

Self-Defense ClassApril 27, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., CoxHealth Fitness Center,

Republic. This one-time class gives each participant the opportunity to learn how to avoid and disengage from hazards, learn the legalities of defense and simple per-sonal defense techniques. Taught by former police com-mander for the City of Springfield, David Nokes. Cost is $20 for members and CoxHealth employees, $30 for

non-members.Lunch and LearnMay 7, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., community rooms at

Citizens Memorial Hospital. Topic is “Going Gluten Free.” Contact 328-6318 or wren.hall@citizensmemorial.com for more information.

EventsChildren’s Miracle Network Hospitals RadiothonMarch 21-23, Cox South Medical Center, Springfield.

For times, call 269-6853.2013 Diabetes Education FairMarch 28, 9 a.m. to noon, community rooms at

Citizens Memorial Hospital, Bolivar. For more informa-tion, contact Wren Hall at 328-6318.

High TeaApril 10, St. John’s Cancer Center, Springfield. Stop

by for a fresh-baked pastry and a cup of coffee or tea and enjoy the companionship of others who have faced cancer or have helped someone through their cancer journey. All guests will receives a free gift to take home. RSVP at 820-2588. Free.

Caregiver Greet-Eat-MeetApril 19, 10:30 a.m. to noon, Carrie J. Babb Cancer

Center, Bolivar. Call 326-7200 for more information.CJBCC Survivor SundayJune 2, 1-4 p.m., Carrie J. Babb Cancer Center,

Bolivar. Contact 328-6318 or wren.hall@citizensmemo-rial.com for more information.

SupportSharing the Journey Cancer Support GroupEvery Tuesday, 2 to 3 p.m., St. John’s Cancer Center,

Springfield. For patients in treatment, family and sur-vivors. Focuses on coping techniques, communica-tion skills and current health information. Call Brenda Monroe at 820-9397 for more information.

Grief Share GroupMarch 18 and 25 and April 1 and 8, 6 to 8 p.m.,

Greene County Baptist Association, 834 W. Battlefield, Springfield. Discuss grief and recovery. Call 883-7500, ext. 3235.

Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support GroupMarch 26, April 23 and May 28, 4:15 to 5:15 p.m.,

Dogwood conference room, Skaggs Regional Medical Center, Branson. This free support group is organized by the area Alzheimer’s Association and is for Alzheimer’s caregivers and family members. Meet other caregivers, share stories and gain some useful tools. For more infor-mation, call Susan Lewis at 544-1026.

WomenBreastfeedingMarch 28, 6:30 to 8 p.m., Redbud Room, Cox

Medical Center, Branson. Call 335-7300 to register for a class or take a tour of CoxHealth Labor and Delivery. Free.

Look Good ... Feel BetterApril 8, May 13 and June 10, 1 to 2 p.m., Carrie J.

Babb Cancer Center, Bolivar. Designed for women ages 16 and older (currently undergoing treatment) who are dealing with hair loss and skin changes from chemo-therapy and radiation. Patients will learn specific skin, hair and make-up techniques unique to those under-going treatment. Attendees also take home a makeup package valued at $200. Registration is required. Call the American Cancer Society at 447-1475 to register.

Women’s Cancer Companionship GroupApril 19 and June 21, 1:30 to 3 p.m., Carrie J. Babb

Cancer Center, Bolivar. Call 326-7200 for more information.

MenMen’s Cancer Fellowship GroupMarch 15 and May 17, 10:30 a.m. to noon, Carrie

J. Babb Cancer Center, Bolivar. For more information, contact Robert McMillan at 328-7907 or Steve Keller at 328-6358. The group meets every other month and spouses and caregivers are encouraged to attend.

Men’s Monthly BreakfastMarch 26, 8:30 to 9:30 a.m., Village Inn, 2036 S.

Glenstone, Springfield. Support to those who have expe-rienced the death of a loved one. Call 883-7500, etx. 3235, for more information.

Fatherhood: Basic TrainingApril 16, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., the Women’s Center

conference room inside the Turner Center, 1000 E. Primrose, Suite 130, Springfield. Expectant fathers learn infant basics from a seasoned father and professional. Topics: becoming a dad, forming a new family, birth and bonding and caring for new mom and baby. For men only. Cost is $20 unless you have purchased a package.

Men’s Health DayJune 14, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Carrie J. Babb Cancer

Center, Bolivar. Contact 328-6318 or wren.hall@citizens-memorial.com for more information.

SeniorsLegal Concerns for SeniorsMarch 26, 1 to 3 p.m., Meyer Orthopedic Hospital,

Springfield. An attorney from Zerrer Elder Law Office LLC will discuss the difference between DPOA and guardianship/conservatorship and when and why it should happen. Call 269-3616 or (888) 354-3618.

GrandparentingMarch 27, 7 to 9 p.m., the Women’s Center confer-

ence room inside the Turner Center, 1000 E. Primrose, Springfield. For grandparents-to-be. A discussion of cur-rent trends in labor and delivery, safety issues and roles to anticipate as grandparents. Cost is $20 per family unless you have purchased a package for $85, which allows you to take as many classes as you want for one price. To purchase a package, call 269-5239.

FREE Dental Care for Children •mustbeagesonetonineteen

•residentofChristianorStoneCounty

•ANDcurrentlyeligibleforMissouriMedicaid

Clinics in Ozark & Branson WestCall (417)582-5439 for appointment and/or information

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