Wellness Classes

Penrose-St. Francis Health Services offers a wide variety of fitness, wellness and health education classes to keep you and your family healthy.

Penrose-St. Francis Health Learning Center
The Penrose-St. Francis Health Learning Center offers classes on individual and group fitness, healthy cooking and topics to keep you healthy from head to toe.  If you want to live well and live strong, check out our schedule of classes.

 

 Conversations with Women
Conversations with Women is an interactive lecture series focusing on women's health issues. 
Upcoming lectures include:
 

• Pelvic Pain & Urinary Incontinence
  Wednesday, March 10, 2010
  6 - 8:30 p.m.
  Julie Penrose Health Education & Research Center
  NorthCare Medical Office Building
  6071 East Woodmen Road
  Cost: FREE 
  Pelvic pain and urinary incontinence are two of the most common problems caused by pelvic floor dysfunction, which has been estimated to affect women of all ages and lifestyles. These problems can lead to sitting or walking difficulties, urine leakage and painful intercourse.  Dr. Scott Russell, obstetrician/gynecologist and Debbie Gillis, physical therapist, will explain the causes, diagnosis and latest treatment options for pelvic pain and urinary incontinence. You’ll also learn simple exercise tips to help prevent and manage symptoms associated with pelvic floor dysfunction. Refreshments will be provided. To register, call 776-5052.  
  
  
• Metabolic Syndrome
  Tuesday, June 8, 2010
  6 - 8 p.m.
  Cost: FREE
  Dr. Michael Koren, endocrinologist, along with dietitians, exercise physiologists and lifestyle counselors, will help you understand what metabolic syndrome is, what causes it and how you can reverse its deadly path. To register, call 776-3600.
  
  
  
  
  Health Improvement Incentive Program (HIIP)
  Penrose-St. Francis associates and community members are welcome to participate in our exciting fitness classes offered through the Wellness Department/Health Improvement Incentive Program (HIIP).  Check out the list below for information on our wellness classes that are open to the public. If you have questions, please contact Liz Berardi at 776-7393.