This ancient fitness routine builds flexibility and strength and relieves pain associated with arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, migraines, and back and neck strain. A medical release form is required to participate. Chanchal Arora, certified yoga instructor 8-week course begins: Tuesday, July 5 | 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Congregational Church of Bound Brook Cost: $48 To […]
This water exercise program soothes arthritis pain, strengthens joints, and improves range of motion and lung capacity. A medical release form is required to participate. Ellen Helman, certified water fitness instructor 8-week courses begin: Wednesday, July 6, and Monday, July 11 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Somerville YMCA Cost: $50 To register, call 908.685.2814. Photocopy […]
Learn about various conditions that affect sight, such as astigmatism, cataracts, diabetes retinopathy, glaucoma and thyroid eye disease, as well as signs, causes, diagnostic tools, the importance of annual eye exams, surgical and nonsurgical treatment options, and strategies to maintain healthy vision. Lawrence Najarian, MD, ophthalmologist Thursday, July 14 | 10 to 11 a.m. Somerville […]
Tour the RWJUH Somerset space at Iron Peak Sports & Events and enjoy interactive table displays. Visit our EMS vehicle and the Wellness on Wheels bus, a greenhouse and cooking school that offers free demonstrations and nutrition education. Learn the importance of a healthy diet and its link to health, as well as how to […]
During this webinar, discover how your diet can help reduce your risk of cancer. Includes healthy recipe demonstrations. Evelyn Fuertes, NDTR, Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey Tuesday, July 19 | Noon to 1 p.m. To register, visit https://bit.ly/3MkMqD5 Offered in collaboration with Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey
Anyone who is considering bariatric surgery as well as postsurgical patients are welcome to attend. The group will discuss topics such as healthy meal ideas, mindful eating, emotional eating, the importance of exercise, surviving holidays, smart shopping and how to eat healthy while dining out. Tia Hagins, RD, community nutritionist Tuesdays: July 19, August 9 […]
Mental Health First Aid teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illness and substance use disorders in adults ages 18 and older. This training gives you the skills you need to reach out and provide initial support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem […]
Are you struggling to lose weight? Weight loss surgery may be the right choice for you. But how do you know if you qualify and which procedure is your best option? Join bariatric surgeons at RWJUH Somerset for free seminars to learn about your weight loss surgery options, including detailed information about gastric banding, gastric […]