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Banner Thunderbird Hosts Educational Community Lectures in October
GLENDALE, Ariz. (Sept. 25, 2015) – Banner Thunderbird Medical Center invites the community to participate in new educational events this October that provide support and creative outlooks for cancer patients. All events are free and located at the non-profit hospital, 5555 W. Thunderbird Road in Glendale.
In Living Color
1 - 2:30 p.m. on Thursdays, Oct. 1, 15 and 22
Conference Room 3A (Main hospital, Tower A)
In Living Color is a free, art-themed support group for anyone that has been diagnosed with cancer. Art expert Paula Artac leads the class encouraging participant expression through a variety of art techniques and materials. No art experience is necessary and participants are welcome regardless of stage in treatment or recovery. Space is limited; to register, please call (602) 230-2273 (CARE).
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• Tai Chi Relaxation
5:30 - 6:45 p.m. on Thursdays, Oct. 1, 8, 15 and 22
First floor – Outpatient Surgery Waiting Area
Tai Chi classes are offered to Banner Thunderbird Cancer patients and their caregivers. Tai Chi is a wonderful complement to medical treatment, reduces stress and promotes self-healing. To register, please call (602) 230-2273 (CARE).
• Cancer Support Groups
5:30 - 6:45 p.m. cancer patients and their caregivers are invited to weekly support groups,
located on the first floor in the Quality Management/CPAI office, call Patricia DeBruhl at (602) 865-5450 for directions.
o Oct. 6 – Upper Aerodigestive
o Oct.13 – Patient and Caregiver
o Oct. 20 – Gynecologic Cancer
o Oct. 27 – Breast Cancer
• Look Good Feel Better
5 - 7 p.m. on Wednesday,
Oct. 7 Cancer patients have the unique opportunity to receive training on how to combat appearance-related side effects of treatment through the use of cosmetics and skin care products. For more information, contact American Cancer Society Patient Navigator Claudia Soto (602) 865-4689.
• The Role of Creativity in Coping with Cancer
5:30 - 7 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 26
3A Conference Room (Main hospital, Tower A)
Banner Thunderbird will continue its “I Can Cope” series with a free community lecture presented by Paula Artac. The event promotes physical and emotional well-being through art and creativity. Please register by calling Patricia DeBruhl at (602) 865-5450.
Banner Thunderbird Medical Center in Glendale, Arizona, specializes in heart care, surgical services, obstetrics and gynecology, Emergency care, behavioral health, cancer care and pediatrics including the West Valley’s only pediatric intensive care unit, pediatric Emergency department and Level III neonatal intensive care unit. The hospital is part of Banner Health, a nonprofit health system with 29 hospitals in seven states. For more information, please visit www.BannerHealth.com/Thunderbird.
Banner Estrella hosts Teen Health Event
PHOENIX (Sept. 29, 2015) – Banner Estrella Medical Center will be hosting a free event designed for teens and their parents who want real answers on important health topics. “Teen Health Event” is open to teens ages 13 to 17 accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Participants will be divided into two groups – parents and teens - for half of the day, allowing for a safe learning environment customized to the appropriate audience. A variety of topics will be covered by health and community experts, including:
• Internet safety
• Healthy relationships
• Reproductive health
• Impaired driving: distracted and drunk driving awareness
The free event will be from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 7 in the Conference Center at the nonprofit hospital, 9201 W. Thomas Road in Phoenix. Space is limited; reserve your seat by calling (602) 230-2273 (CARE). Sign-in for registered attendees will begin at 9 a.m. Lunch will be provided.
Banner Estrella Medical Center is a nonprofit hospital in west Phoenix specializing in heart care, obstetrics, general surgery, Emergency services and weight loss surgery. One of the first fully-digital hospitals in the country, Banner Estrella has served as a model for dozens of new hospitals built around the world since it opened in 2005. Banner Estrella, recognized by U.S. News and World Report as one of the nation’s top performing hospitals, is part of Banner Health, a nonprofit healthcare system with 29 hospitals in seven states. For more information, visit www.BannerHealth.com/Estrella.
