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Nearly one in three adults has hypertension or high blood pressure, according to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI). Many don't know it, though, because high blood pressure often produces no symptoms. High blood pressure can lead to coronary heart disease, heart failure, stroke, kidney failure, and other health problems.
To help you become aware of your blood pressure and maintain optimum health, Catholic Health medical professionals perform free blood pressure screenings throughout the community.
To find an upcoming screening, visit our events calendar or call HealthConnection at (716) 447-6205 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday - Friday.
Learn how to recognize your risk for illness and take preventative measures so that you enjoy the best health possible.
All classes are free unless otherwise noted.
General Health and Fitness
Cancer
Childbirth
Diabetes
Heart Attack and Stroke
Knee and Hip Replacement
Sleep Apnea
Women's Health
Learn to embrace aging as a "normal" chapter of life. The foundation for living a long and healthy life is explored. This seminar will encourage ways to maintain a positive attitude in life, exercise the mind on a regular basis (as you would your body) and share your life with others in a meaningful way.
For upcoming class dates, visit our events calendar or call HealthConnection at (716) 447-6205 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday - Friday.
Emotional health can lead to success in work, relationships and health. In the past, researchers believed that success made people happy. Newer research reveals that it’s the other way around. Happy people are more likely to work toward goals, find the resources they need and attract others with their energy and optimism – key building blocks of success. Learn to achieve a sound mind, body and spirit with emotional health information to manage your stress and increase your energy.
For upcoming class dates, visit our events calendar or call HealthConnection at (716) 447-6205 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday - Friday.
Attend this interactive seminar and learn how to find feelings of inner peace and satisfaction. You will explore ways to develop your own capacity to have a say in how you experience life.
For upcoming class dates, visit our events calendar or call HealthConnection at (716) 447-6205 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday - Friday.
This seminar focuses on evaluating your lifestyle; motivation techniques, goal setting and empowerment skills will be reviewed. Topics include cardiovascular health, exercise, nutrition, cancer awareness, role of heredity, mid-life changes, arthritis, hair loss and stress management. This is a healthy living seminar for men.
For upcoming class dates, visit our events calendar or call HealthConnection at (716) 447-6205 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday - Friday.
Learn how to increase strength and improve mobility by doing seated chair exercises. Workouts while sitting in a chair can help individuals to improve muscular strength, cardiovascular health, as well as coordination and balance.
For upcoming class dates, visit our events calendar or call HealthConnection at (716) 447-6205 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday - Friday.
Why is it so hard to quit smoking? Maybe you've tried to quit, too. Why is quitting and staying quit hard for so many people? The answer is nicotine. Nicotine is a drug found naturally in tobacco. It is highly addictive – as addictive as heroin or cocaine. Studies have shown that smokers must deal with both the physical and psychological (mental) dependence to quit and stay quit. Join us for this two session program to assist you with kicking the habit.
For upcoming class dates, visit our events calendar or call HealthConnection at (716) 447-6205 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday - Friday.
Attitudes and life experiences shape our unique behavior and play a role in how we respond to life’s daily
challenges. This motivational session will help you find the strength within yourself to reach your fullest potential. Learn practical tips on how to put things back into balance.
For upcoming class dates, visit our events calendar or call HealthConnection at (716) 447-6205 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday - Friday.
Do you feel you have little control over your time? This session covers practical tips on how to prioritize tasks and minimize distractions. Learn how to make the most out of your 24 hours.
For upcoming class dates, visit our events calendar or call HealthConnection at (716) 447-6205 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday - Friday.
Participants learn how to identify factors that produce stress in their environment and how to incorporate practices that will manage these factors so people may live healthy and fulfilling lives.
For upcoming class dates, visit our events calendar or call HealthConnection at (716) 447-6205 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday - Friday.
Prevention and Early Recognition of Cancer
National Cancer Institute reports as many as 80% of all cancers are due to identified factors and are potentially preventable. What are some ways you can reduce your risk? Small changes in everyday lifestyle behaviors, regular screenings, and check-ups may help reduce your risk. Learn how to increase your chance of early detection of cancer, when treatment is more likely to be successful.
For upcoming class dates, visit our events calendar or call HealthConnection at (716) 447-6205 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday - Friday.
There are 23.6 million people in the United States who have diabeles. One in four are undiagnosed. 54 million have pre-diabetes, defined as a blood sugar that is higher than normal but not high enough to be classified as type 2 diabetes. If you are over 45, have high blood pressure, are overweight, have a history of having a baby over 9 pounds, are physically inactive, belong to an at-risk ethnic group (African American, Native American, Asian American, Hispanic/Latino, Pacific Islander) or have a family history of type 2 diabetes, then this program is for you. A diabetes educator will explain how lifestyle changes can reduce or eliminate the risk of diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
For upcoming class dates, visit our events calendar or call HealthConnection at (716) 447-6205 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday - Friday.
Let's Talk About Getting to the Heart of Diabetes
When you have diabetes, it's easy to focus exclusively on the highs and lows of your blood sugar levels. But besides your blood sugar, you need to pay close attention to what's happening to your heart and blood vessels. Participants will learn how to decrease their risks for a heart attack and stroke. This is a “Learn and Live Program” prepared by the American Heart Association.
For upcoming class dates, visit our events calendar or call HealthConnection at (716) 447-6205 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday - Friday.
Have a Heart: Reduce your Risk Factors of Heart Attack and Stroke
Learn how to live healthier and reduce your risk of heart attack and stroke. Learn how to manage hypertension, diabetes, and other risk factors. This session provides guidelines on healthy nutrition, exercise, and stress management.
For upcoming class dates, visit our events calendar or call HealthConnection at (716) 447-6205 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday - Friday.
Stroke Recognition and Prevention
Stroke is the third leading cause of death and long-term disability in the U.S. Learn more about signs, symptoms, and how to reduce your risk of stroke.
For upcoming class dates, visit our events calendar or call HealthConnection at (716) 447-6205 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday - Friday.
Total Knee and Hip Replacement
According to the National Institute of Health, arthritis is responsible for more trouble walking and stair climbing and the most common indication for joint replacement surgery. This program will discuss what you need to know about knee and hip replacement surgery.
For upcoming class dates, visit our events calendar or call HealthConnection at (716) 447-6205 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday - Friday.
Sleep Apnea, a disruption of breathing while asleep, is a deceiving sleep disorder - 90% of people who have sleep apnea don't know they have it!
This disorder affects more than your sleep. This program will show how a better night's sleep can positively affect overall health including high blood pressure and diabetes.
For upcoming class dates, visit our events calendar or call HealthConnection at (716) 447-6205 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday - Friday.
An interactive session that is designed to address the health concerns of women. Topics include menopause, cardiovascular health with risk factors for women, mental health, cancer; understanding and managing risks, and musculoskeletal disorders: keeping bones, muscles, and joints healthy.
For upcoming class dates, visit our events calendar or call HealthConnection at (716) 447-6205 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday - Friday.
Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women, affecting all racial groups, followed by and colon and rectal cancer. However, small changes in everyday lifestyle behaviors, regular screenings, and routine check-ups may help reduce your risk. Learn how to increase your chances of early detection of cancer, when treatment is more likely to be successful.
For upcoming class dates, visit our events calendar or call HealthConnection at (716) 447-6205 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday - Friday.
This program is designed for the teenage high school girl. Topics include breast health, self-exam techniques and the prevention of breast cancer with healthy lifestyles.
For upcoming class dates, visit our events calendar or call HealthConnection at (716) 447-6205 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday - Friday.
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