Palomar Health will host a variety of low-cost health-education classes and screenings led by physicians and other health professionals during the month of January. Following is a complete schedule with registration information.
Become a Palomar Health Volunteer
Palomar Medical Center Escondido,
2nd Floor, Raymond Family
Conference Center
2185 Citracado Parkway, Escondido,
CA 92029
Wednesday, January 18 | 10 – 11 a.m.
Volunteering can make a real difference to your life and the lives of those around you. We want to ensure that anyone thinking about giving their time can find a volunteering opportunity that is right for them. Join us for an informational session about the variety of opportunities that await you as a Palomar Health Volunteer!
Register: PalomarHealth.org/Classes or 800-628-2880
FEE: Free – registration required
Successful Breastfeeding
Pomerado Outpatient Pavilion,
Education Classroom, Lobby
15611 Pomerado Road, Poway, CA
92064
Thursday, January 19 | 6:30 – 9 p.m.
Breastfeeding is “nature’s way” to feed a baby, but it doesn’t always come naturally. Enhance your opportunity for a positive breastfeeding experience with this informative class led by a certified lactation consultant.
Register: PalomarHealth.org/Classes or 800-628-2880
FEE: $25 / mom or couple
SoulCollage For Female Cancer Survivors
Pomerado Outpatient Pavilion,
Education Classroom, Lobby
15611 Pomerado Road, Poway, CA
92064
Friday, January 20 | 10 a.m. – Noon
Surviving cancer may prompt many women to make changes in their lives. SoulCollage® is an explorative process in which small collages are constructed by intuitively selecting and arranging images (mostly from magazines). You then learn to give voice to your creation and open a doorway to your inner wisdom! Facilitated by cancer survivor and local Art Instructor Jean Snow.
Register: PalomarHealth.org/Classes or 800-628-2880
FEE: $10 / person (materials fee)
Preparation for Childbirth (Weekend Series)
Pomerado Outpatient Pavilion,
Education Classroom, Lobby
15611 Pomerado Road, Poway, CA
92064
January 21 & 22
Saturday | 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Sunday | 10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Weekend class includes the same information covered in our five-week series, but takes only two days to complete. Early registration is recommended. Please note, a tour of the birth center is not included and must be registered for separately.
Register: PalomarHealth.org/Classes or 800-628-2880
FEE: $70 / mom or couple (includes childbirth manual)
Relaxation for Labor
Pomerado Outpatient Pavilion,
Education Classroom, Lobby
15611 Pomerado Road, Poway, CA
92064
Monday, January 23 | 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Learn about breathing and relaxation techniques that will help relax and sooth the body during contractions. This class builds upon the techniques introduced in the Childbirth Preparation series.
Register: PalomarHealth.org/Classes or 800-628-2880
FEE: $10 / mom or couple
Look Good, Feel Better
Pomerado Outpatient Pavilion,
Education Classroom, Lobby
15611 Pomerado Road, Poway, CA
92064
Monday, January 23 | 1 – 3 p.m.
This class is designed to help women cope with the appearance related effects of cancer treatment at any stage. All cosmetics and skin care products are complimentary.
FEE: Free – call 800-227-2345 to register.
No Nonsense Nutrition for Health and Weight Management (2-Week Series)
Palomar Medical Center Escondido,
2nd Floor, Raymond Family
Conference Center
2185 Citracado Parkway, Escondido,
CA 92029
Tuesdays, January 24 and 31 | 10 – 11:30 a.m.
It’s not uncommon to see a few extra pounds on your scales. Join Janice Baker, RD, CDE, as she discusses the physiological changes that occur and strategies to boost metabolism and drop the pounds
Register: PalomarHealth.org/Classes or 800-628-2880
FEE: Free – registration required
Caring for Your Kidneys
Palomar Medical Center Escondido,
2nd Floor, Raymond Family
Conference Center
2185 Citracado Parkway, Escondido,
CA 92029
Wednesday, January 25 |10 – 11:30
a.m.
Pomerado Outpatient Pavilion, Education Classroom, Lobby
15611 Pomerado Road, Poway, CA
92064
Thursday, January 26 |10 – 11:30 a.m.
Join Janice Baker, RD, CDE, as she reviews the most current recommendations to help reduce the risk of kidney disease or slow its progression.
Register: PalomarHealth.org/Classes or 800-628-2880 FEE: Free – registration required
Beat Back Pain
Palomar Medical Center Escondido,
2nd Floor, Raymond Family
Conference Center
2185 Citracado Parkway, Escondido,
CA 92029
Monday, January 30 | 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Battling back pain? Join Spine Surgeon Daniel Barba, MD, for a discussion on causes, diagnosis and advanced options for back and neck pain relief.
Register: PalomarHealth.org/Classes or 800-628-2880
FEE: Free – registration required
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