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August 2016

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Registration required. Johnson
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JC HRC The Mall, lower level beside Belk Women’s Store.
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Call 1-844-488-STAR (7827). JC Annex The Mall, between Belk Home Store & Belk
Free unless otherwise noted. Women’s
JC HRC Store. Enter from parking lot 17 at the green awning.
Mon.–Sat., 8am–6pm
Kingsport | 423-857-7981
KP Kingsport: Kingsport Town Center, upper level, near JCPenney.
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Don’t Wait too Late JC HRC Wed., Aug. 3, 5:30- Speaker: Teri Hurt, RN, CDE | Through careful blood sugar control, many of the
6:30pm complications associated with diabetes can be prevented or slowed. Learn how to
KP Mon., Aug. 8, 12-1pm improve control and lessen your risk of developing complications such as eye disease,
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KP kidney disease, heart disease, nerve damage and foot problems. It’s not too late!
Diabetes 101: JC
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Mon., Aug. 8, 10-11am Speaker: Teri Hurt, RN, CDE | Learn how to interpret your blood sugar results
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Annex 31, 4-5pm to improve the highs and lows of diabetes and reduce your risks for developing
Reducing Risks complications.
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Diabetes Jeopardy JC HRC
KP Wed., Aug. 17, 4-5pm Speaker: Teri Hurt, RN, CDE | Choose your diabetes category...Healthy Habits for 100.
KP Mon., Aug. 22, 12-1pm Learn about all aspects of diabetes in this fun interactive game.
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Diabetes Prevention JC HRC Wed., Aug. 17, 5:30- Speaker: Teri Hurt, RN, CDE | Moving to Prevent Diabetes.
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6:30pm Have you been told you have “pre-diabetes” or “borderline” diabetes? Gain the tools
Prevent Diabetes KP Mon., Aug. 22, 10-11am you need to change the course you are on and learn how to decrease your risk of
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Insulin 101 JC HRC
KP Wed., Aug. 31, 3-4pm Speaker: Jessica Leu, MS, RD, LDN, BC-ADM | Diabetes Academy is now in session.
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Learn the basics of insulin administration, storage and when you need to call your
doctor.
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Diabetes Survival JC HRC Wed., Aug. 31, 5:30- Speaker: Teri Hurt, RN, CDE | Join us to learn the basic survival skills needed when
6:30pm you are newly diagnosed with diabetes.
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Food and Nutrition JC Annex
Let’s Make it JC HRC Mon., Aug. 15, 12:30- Speaker: Elizabeth Hall, RDN, LDN, Food City | You’ve probably heard that the
Mediterranean 1:30pm Mediterranean diet can make your heart healthier, protect against cancer and even
help you live longer. Learn easy steps to help you enjoy these healthful benefits and
KP incorporate Mediterranean flavors and practices into your lifestyle. Food samples
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provided.
Taste It Tuesday JC HRC Tues., Aug. 16, 11am- Speaker: Crystal West, RDN, LDN | Drop by to try out some tasty samples and take
1pm Drop in session. home recipes! Cooking classes sponsored by Heart & Soul feature recipes by healthy
KP Tues., Aug. 23, 11am- cooking expert Holly Clegg, known for recipes ideal for arthritis, cancer, diabetes and
1pm Drop in session.
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Farmers’ Market JC HRC
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KP Thurs., Aug. 18, 11am- Speaker: Crystal West, RDN, LDN | Come get some fresh ideas on how to use in-
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12pm
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season produce from your local farmers’ market! Samples provided.
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How Sweet It Is: JC HRC Wed., Aug. 24, 12- Speaker: Crystal West, RDN, LDN | Indulging is inevitable with all of the cookouts
Healthy Summer 1pm, KP Tues., Aug. 30, and family reunions this summer. Unfortunately, sweet treats can pack in lots of extra
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kitchen to make your summer favorites a bit healthier. Samples and recipes provided.
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Eat a Rainbow KP Fri., Aug 26, 1-2pm Speaker: Jennifer Banks, RD, UT Extension Family & Consumer Sciences Agent |
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What is a phytochemical and why are they so good for us? Join us to learn the health
benefits of eating a colorful diet! Samples provided.
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Health Screening
Labs KP
KP Tues., Aug. 9, 8-9am No food or drink (except water) for 8-12 hours before the test. Call for an appointment.
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JC AnnexSat., Aug 20, 7:30- $25 Coronary Risk Panel – total cholesterol, HDL, LDL, triglycerides, glucose, and
9am
JC HRC hematocrit. $20 Liver Panel – albumin, bilirubin: total, direct, and indirect, bilirubin ratio,
JC HRC alkaline phosphatase, total protein, ALT, AST. $20 Hemoglobin A1c. $30 TSH - thyroid.
$35 PSA - prostate. Cash or check only
Skin Cancer KP Thurs., Aug. 18, 2-4pm Do you know that skin cancer is the most common cancer found in the U.S.? Do you
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have a spot you keep wondering about? Register for a complimentary skin screen and
recommendation from local dermatologist, Jami Reaves, D.O.
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Healthy Living
WERQ it Out KP
KP Mon., Aug. 1, 5-6pm Instructor: Melissa Blazer | Join Melissa as she teaches a fun dance fitness class
Sat., Aug 20, 4:30-
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based on a pop, rock, hip-hop music theme. Be prepared to WERQ it out. Drawing for
5:30pm
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Yoga Basics KP Tues., Aug. 2 ,9 ,16, 23 Instructor: Amy Fitzpatrick, MS, RD, R-HYI | A holistic approach to health and well-
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30, 10:30-11:30am
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being that helps you learn to nourish the mind, body and spirit through gentle yoga,
breath work and meditation. Bring a mat if you have one. $5 Fee. Cash only.
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Clear The Air JC HRC Tues., Aug. 2, 11am- Speaker: Mildred Maisonet, PhD. | Learn the sources of air pollution inside your house
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12pm that can affect your lung health and what to do about it.
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Bioidentical Hormone JC
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HRC Tues., Aug. 2, 5:30- Speaker: Pam Davis, PA | Join us to learn how to replace the hormones that your body
Replacement 6:30pm actually makes. This can be done by mouth, topical, or sometimes through injections.
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Growing and JC HRC Wed., Aug. 3, 12-1pm Speaker: Joy Moore, Master Gardner | Spice up your daily cooking by knowing which
Cooking with KP herbs will take your dishes from drab to fab. Learn tips for growing, preserving and
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using herbs to create delicious, healthy meals year round.
The Virtual JC HRC Fri., Aug 5, 1-3:30pm Speaker: Tracey Kendall - Wilson, Alzheimer’s TN, | The Virtual Dementia Tour is
Dementia Tour: a sensitivity training created by Dr. P.K. Bellville and the company Second Winds
Dementia KP Dreams. It will give individuals insight into what an average day for a person with
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dementia may be like. Appointment time required.
The Buzz About JC HRC Mon., Aug. 8, 1-2pm Speaker: John Hamrick, UT Extension Office | Learn more about the amazing process
Honey of honey production plus the health benefits, local varieties, medicinal honey and the
best ways to use it.
Postpartum KP Mon., Aug. 8, 2-3pm Speaker: Angie Dishner, RN | What is the postpartum period? How can you feel optimal
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after the delivery of your baby? Join a former labor & delivery nurse as she discusses
strategies for enjoying this time with your baby.
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Fall Planting and KP Tues., Aug. 9, 1-2pm Speaker: Earl Hockin, Master Gardener | Don’t stop gardening now! Join us to learn
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how to have fresh produce until the frost and what you can do to prepare your raised
Raised Bed for KP bed for the winter months.
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New Solutions for JC HRC Tues., Aug. 9, 5-6pm Speaker: Jacob Thor Henrickson, D.C. | Learn about a combination of treatment
Tendonitis/Bursitis/ KP Thurs., Aug. 25, 11am- methods utilizing new advances in rehabilitation techniques for joint and muscle
Arthritis and Joint 12pm
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Pain KP
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Safe Medication JC HRC Wed., Aug. 10, 12:30- Speaker: Jennifer Berven, Insight Alliance Coordinator | Since addiction can strongly
Storage and Disposal 1:30pm impact a family and the community, join us as we discuss keeping your medications
counted and locked up for safety. Learn about resources that are available. Free lock
boxes to properly store medications will be provided.
How to Select a KP Thurs., Aug. 11, 2-3pm Speaker: Marsha Salley | Sleeping poorly or waking up with back pain but
Mattress KP
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overwhelmed with so many choices when mattress shopping? Marsha will teach you
what to look for in a mattress based on your health needs.
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CPR for Healthcare JC HRC Sat., Aug 13, 8am- This class is for health care workers and includes CPR for adult, child and infant
Providers 12pm victims plus AED training and airway obstruction. Includes new AHA guidelines. Fee
KP Sat., Aug 27, 8am-12pm for class. Online registration at www.MountainStatesHealth.com. Select Classes &
JC Annex Programs from top blue bar > MSHA Training Center > Advanced/Basic BLS.
The Importance JC HRC
KP Mon., Aug. 15, 11am- Resistance training is an important part of any fitness routine. Weight bearing exercise
of Weight Bearing 12pm
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not only slows bone loss, but is important for metabolism and keeping muscles
Exercise as We Age KP functional. Learn from a local physician why and how to incorporate resistance training
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into your exercise routine.
Facts About JC HRC Mon., Aug. 15, 5-6pm Join a local physician as she discusses Hepatitis C, which is a liver infection caused
Hepatitis C by the Hepatitis C virus. Hepatitis C is a blood-borne virus. This can result in a chronic,
KP long-term infection that can have long-term health implications. Learn more about this
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illness and what can be done to prevent it.
Slips, Trips, and Falls JC HRC Tues., Aug. 16, 12- Speaker: John Thompson, LPN, Rehab Liaison, Quillen Rehabilitation Hospital | The
1pm good news is you can prevent accidents and injuries from robbing your mobility and
KP independence! Let’s talk about something that is a real concern for so many people.
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Featuring a quick balance screening to assess your risk.
Kidney Disease JC HRC Tues., Aug. 16, Speaker: Marianna Higgins, LCSW | Focus will be on kidney disease including
2-3:30pm
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diagnosis, stages, signs and symptoms as well as treatment options of dialysis and
KP Mon., Aug. 29, 2-3pm transplant.
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The Benefits of Pet JC HRC Tues., Aug. 16, 5-6pm Speaker: David & Harriett Carmine | Join us to learn the benefits of “pet therapy” and
Therapy JC HRC all that is involved in preparing your pet for this valuable service to the community.
Stress, Fatigue and KP Thurs., Aug. 18, 5-6pm Speaker: Lea Relyea, LMSW | These three often go hand in hand. Join a licensed
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therapist as she helps us to understand better and more productive ways of handling
Trio stress, fatigue and anger.
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Understanding KP Fri., Aug 19, 5-6pm Speaker: Tabitha Ebbert, BS, CDP, Alzheimer’s Association Manager of Programs
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& Education | Join Tabitha as she discusses common behavior concerns and
Dementia Related KP responses when dealing with a patient or loved one with dementia.
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Treating Trauma KP HRC
JC Mon., Aug. 22, 4-5pm Speaker: Sara Carico, LMSW | Join Sara as she provides education regarding some of
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the factors that play a role in trauma and ways to begin the process of healing.
Freedom From JC HRC Tues., Aug. 23, 30, Speaker: Becky McKinney, Health Educator, Health Council Coordinator Washington
Smoking Sept., 6, 13, 20, 27 & Oct., 4 County-Johnson City Health Department | Are you ready to quit smoking? Join us for
4:30-5:30pm this FREE 8 class tobacco cessation program. This proven, effective program, through
the American Lung Association, can help you quit for good!
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Money Matters: KP Annex
JC Tues., Aug. 23, 5-6pm Speaker: Michael Bird, Certified Financial Planner | Learn what Medicare will and
Understanding Long JC HRC
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Annex 30, 5-6pm will not do, the costs of long-term care in our area, and what you cannot do in order
Term Care to get on Medicaid. Opportunity provided to ask questions about how long-term care
JC HRC insurance works.
Five Things Every KP Wed., Aug. 24, 1-2pm Speaker: Patti Wilson, FNP, MSMG OB/GYN | Learn about the 5 things every woman
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should know to live a life full of quality, not just quantity!
Know!
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Calming Your KP Wed., Aug. 24, 2-3pm Speaker: Selena Woodward, BS, RPSGT, RRT, RST, Regional Sleep Manager IPMC |
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Restless leg syndrome is a common neurological condition that profoundly impacts the
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options.
Chronic Fatigue JC HRC Wed., Aug. 24, 2-3pm Speaker: Doreen Lancaster, RNA | Learn more about this complex disorder and how
Syndrome KP it can be managed. A nurse will share her personal story about her experience with
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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.
Assessing JC HRC Wed., Aug. 24, 4-5pm Speaker: Sarah Carter, LPC, MHSP, Woodridge, A Service of JCMC | How can you
Depression determine if ongoing sadness is depression? Learn about diagnostic information and
KP self rating scales to determine the severity of depression for adults and the elderly.
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Learn ways to assess if someone is unsafe and get resources for help.
Infant Massage JC HRC Mon., Aug. 29, Speaker: Tracey Chitwood, MPH, CIMT, OTR/L, MSHA | Bring your little one and join
1-2:30pm us for a time of relaxation that promotes bonding and improves sleep. Bring a blanket
and unscented massage oil or lotion. Appropriate for infants and babies up to 18
months.
Autism - Managing KP Tues., Aug. 30, 5-6pm Speaker: Ginger Canty, Certified Behavior Analyst | For children with autism, outbursts
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of unpleasant behavior may be caused by frustration over trying to communicate what
they feel or may be a product of change in routine. Learn about outburst triggers and
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Support Group
Alzheimer’s & KP Mon., Aug. 1, 3:30- Facilitator: Tabitha Ebbert, BS, CDP, Alzheimer’s Association Manager of Programs &
Dementia 4:30pm
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Education
Healing the Hurt: KP HRC
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Tues., Aug. 2, 5-6pm Facilitator: Sara Carico, LMSW
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Better Breathers Thurs., Aug.
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KP 4, 1-2:30pm Speaker: Deborah Lowery will share information on the benefits of the Heart & Soul
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program
Gluten Free Thurs., Aug. 4, 4:30-
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JC Need some fresh ideas and resources for eating gluten free? Join us to learn more
TriCities - Gluten 5:30pm
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about navigating the gluten free lifestyle.
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Mommy and Me: JC Annex Mon., Aug. 8 & 22, Facilitator: Chasta Hite, RNC, IBCLC, MSHA
Breast Feeding 10:30-11:30am
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Fibromyalgia JC HRC Tues., Aug. 9, 5-6pm Speaker: Jacob Thor Henrickson, D.C. | Learn about a combination of treatment
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problems.
Lymphedema JC HRC Thurs., Aug. 11,
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Facilitator: Jennifer Hovatter, BS, Public Health
Support Group 5-6pm
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Early Onset JC HRC Fri., Aug. 12 & 26, Speaker: Tabitha Ebbert, Alzheimer’s Association
Alzheimer’s Support 11am-12pm
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Parkinson’s Support JC Annex Sat., Aug 20, 10- Facilitator: Peggy Willocks
Group 11:30am
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Multiple Myeloma JC Annex Sat., Aug 20, 12- Facilitator: Darlene Jessee
Support Group 2pm
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The following classes are offered monthly at both HRC locations. Please call for dates and times…..
Arthritis COPD
Asthma Basics Home Safety
Atrial Fibrillation Medication Management
Better Blood Pressure Osteoporosis
Blood Clot Prevention Palpitations
Cardiomyopathy Pneumonia - What You Need to Know
Chest Pain Stress Management Tips
Cholesterol Management Thyroid Disorders 101
Congestive Heart Failure