Health Education Programs

Learn about the diagnosis of ADHD and its underlying symptoms. Marriage and Family Therapist Michelle DiCorpo will discuss behavioral intervention options for kids with ADHD and the impact that COVID has had on kids with ADHD. She will also explain, in depth, why girls with ADHD often fall under the radar of diagnosis.

Date: Wednesday, January 20
Time: 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Site: Live Webinar
Free

Join a trained Lifestyle Coach for a discussion on the risk factors and diagnosis of prediabetes. Learn how to incorporate healthy lifestyle changes to help prevent or delay the onset of diabetes. Discover what FREE resources are available to you to lose weight, be more physically active and manage stress with the help of a lifestyle coach.

Date: Thursday, January 21
Time: 10 – 11:30 a.m.
Site: Live Webinar
Free

It’s the time of year to want to shed the holiday sugar (and most of 2020). Dr. Lauren Young will explore the concept of detoxification. She will provide evidence-based research on how diets, supplementation and other natural practices can help your body cope with environmental stressors.

Date: Tuesday, January 26
Time: 5:30 – 7 p.m.
Site: Live Webinar
Free

This program is for individuals scheduled to have total or partial hip or knee replacement surgery and for those thinking about having replacement surgery. ECHN staff will explain, step-by-step, the surgery day procedures, recovery care options, pain management and the rehabilitation process. Individuals who will be assisting a loved one’s recovery after surgery are encouraged to attend.

Dates: Wednesday, January 27
Time: 1 – 3 p.m.
Site: Manchester Memorial Hospital Conference Rooms E & F

Did you know that 9.7 million Americans follow a plant- based diet? Join Registered Dietitian Bridget Sutherland to learn why plants are critical for a healthy diet and how many servings of plants we should be eating in a day. Bridget will also discuss the nutrient requirements if you are following a plant-based diet and how you can easily substitute plants for animal products in meals. Lastly, Bridget will be doing a cooking demonstration of a budget friendly recipe that uses plants instead of meat. This program is fun for the whole family as you can cook along with Bridget to make a healthy, plant friendly meal!

Date: Thursday, January 28
Time: 5:30 – 7 p.m.
Site: Live Webinar
Free

Family Medicine and Hospitalist physician Cesar Fuentes, MD will discuss the causes and risk factors associated with Strokes and Transient Ischemic Attacks (TIA), how they are treated and how one can decrease their stroke/TIA risk. You will learn the importance of ‘B.E. F.A.S.T’ to help identify the warning signs of a stroke and the importance of calling an ambulance when you or a loved one is experiencing stroke symptoms.

Date: Wednesday, February 10
Time: 5:30 – 7 p.m.
Site: Live Webinar
Free

Join Massage Therapists Laurie Lavertu, Patricia Reagan and Acupuncturist Heather Finn for a discussion about the physical, psychological and emotional symptoms of stress and anxiety. They will then discuss the benefits of therapies to help reduce stress and anxiety. A guided meditation will take place as well as a demonstration of self-acupressure for relief.

Date: Tuesday, February 16
Time: 5:30 – 7 p.m.
Site: Live Webinar
Free

This program is for individuals scheduled to have total or partial hip or knee replacement surgery and for those thinking about having replacement surgery. ECHN staff will explain, step-by-step, the surgery day procedures, recovery care options, pain management and the rehabilitation process. Individuals who will be assisting a loved one’s recovery after surgery are encouraged to attend.

Date: Wednesday, February 24
Time: 1 – 3 p.m.
Site: Manchester Memorial Hospital Conference rooms E and F

Have you once thought about partaking in a fad diet? Have you ever started a fad diet but didn’t find it sustainable? Registered Dietitian Lauren Rosenfeld, RDN will discuss the many different fad diets and what they entail. She will then help you to recognize healthy eating habits and provide you with the knowledge to make long-term, sustainable lifestyle modifications.

Date: Tuesday, March 9
Time: 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Site: Live Webinar
Free

Do you have infrequent bowel movements or difficult passage of stools? You may be suffering from chronic constipation. Join Gastroenterologists Khadijat Balogun, MD and Kerilee Pinnock, MD to learn what chronic constipation is and what may cause this issue. Dr. Balogun and Dr. Pinnock will also discuss how chronic constipation is diagnosed and how to manage this issue all while explaining the research studies that have been beneficial in diagnosing and managing this problem.

Date: Thursday, March 11
Time: 5:30 – 7 p.m.
Site: Live Webinar
Free

Learn to easily transform some of your favorite foods into healthier, nutrient-rich versions without sacrificing on flavor. Join Lifestyle Coach Jillian Miner as she shares and prepares recipes anyone can make at home. Think homemade comfort foods, snacks and sweets with ingredients that are good for your body. Fighting disease and maintaining our health can be delicious! Share with us your favorite unhealthy food prior to the class for a chance for it to be selected and featured in the class!

Date: Thursday, March 18
Time: 5:30 – 7 p.m.
Site: Live Webinar
Free

This program is for individuals scheduled to have total or partial hip or knee replacement surgery and for those thinking about having replacement surgery. ECHN staff will explain, step-by-step, the surgery day procedures, recovery care options, pain management and the rehabilitation process. Individuals who will be assisting a loved one’s recovery after surgery are encouraged to attend.

Date: Wednesday, March 24
Time: 1 – 3 p.m.
Site: Manchester Memorial Hospital Conference rooms E and F

Physical Therapist, Priscilla Kowal MPT, will discuss BPPV or ‘Vertigo’ which is a common cause of dizziness. She will describe the anatomy and function of the Vestibular System located in your inner ear and she will explain how Physical Therapy can help with this form of dizziness.

Date: Wednesday, March 24
Time: 5:30 – 7 p.m.
Site: Live Webinar
Free

Learn about the effect stress, illness, and socializing can have on your brain and mental well-being. Join Doctoral Level Clinician and Licensed Professional Counselor Karin Sidman-Croghan as she discusses the impact of social involvement on well-being, the importance of mindfulness and how to combat a stress response.

Date: Thursday, April 8
Time: 12:30 – 2 p.m.
Site: Live Webinar
Free

Did you know that 1 in 8 women have a chance of developing breast cancer? Join Donna Cameron, RN, CBCN to discuss the risk factors of developing breast cancer, breast health self-awareness, when you should see a provider and the diagnosis tests for breast cancer. Donna will also explain how to manage breast health in a COVID world.

Date: Tuesday, April 13
Time: 5:30 – 7 p.m.
Site: Live Webinar
Free

This program is for individuals scheduled to have total or partial hip or knee replacement surgery and for those thinking about having replacement surgery. ECHN staff will explain, step-by-step, the surgery day procedures, recovery care options, pain management and the rehabilitation process. Individuals who will be assisting a loved one’s recovery after surgery are encouraged to attend.

Date: Wednesday, April 28
Time: 1 – 3 p.m.
Site: Manchester Memorial Hospital Conference rooms E and F