Monthly Nutrition Class titled “Nutrition During Cancer Treatment” to
be held the third Thursday of each month in the Patient and Family Resource
Center's conference room in the N.C. Cancer Hospital. Sponsored by the Comprehensive
Cancer Support Program. The class will be held from noon until 1pm.
For more information, contact Aimee Shea at: 919-966-2330 or email
Aimee. To RSVP, contact Robin Haring at 919-966-3494.
Integrative Medicine Classes
All Integrative Medicine classes are held at Carolina Pointe II and are
offered for oncology patients and caregivers. View
maps and directions
FREE - Lymphedema Precautions and Prevention Class
This is a designed for patients at risk for lymphedema following cancer
surgery involving lymph node dissection. You will learn the cause
and symptoms of lymphedema, limb care for lymphedema prevention, activity
and exercise guidelines, prevention exercises, and guidelines for early
detection.
Therapists: Theresa Gilliam, MS, OTR/L, ATP, CLT-LANA and Kaye Harris, PT,
CLT First Wednesday of each month, 1 - 2 p.m.
No registration required, but call 966-3494 for more information
FREE - Meditative Yoga
A calming, stress-relieving yoga class to stretch and strengthen the body
gradually. Meditation practices will be included using techniques
to guide the mind into stillness. This class is recommended for all
people looking for a soothing, relaxing, and restorative experience.
FREE - Yoga for Everyone
Join us if you are new to yoga or want to expand your strength, stamina,
and flexibility as you integrate a wider variety of poses and learn breathing
techniques to calm the mind. Each class will include a full yoga practice
as well as delve deeper into one of yoga's tool – physical movement,
meditation, breathing techniques, and relaxation. All levels are welcome.
A casual time for coffee and conversation. No registration needed. Fridays, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Ground Floor, N.C. Cancer Hospital, Patient and Family Resource Center
Morning of Beauty
The Look Good, Feel Better Program helps women undergoing cancer treatment learn techniques to offset some of the physical and appearance related side effects of treatment. Register by phone to Pam Baker at 919-843-0680.
Third Monday of every month, 10 a.m. - Noon
Ground Floor, N.C. Cancer Hospital, Patient and Family Resource Center
Events for Providers
CCSP Grand Rounds: Second Monday of each month, 4:00-5:30 p.m., N.C. Cancer
Hospital
Monthly lectures relevant to the cancer support mission presented by clinical
and research experts from within and outside of UNC.
Note: CCSP Grand Rounds are not being held during the summer but will resume in the fall.
