Events
Welcome to ECHN’s Events Page!
Throughout the year, ECHN offers a wide variety of educational programs designed to educate and support all individuals within our community. Please explore our diverse offerings including childbirth and parent education courses, diabetes education, nutrition and wellness classes, free seasonal health education programs, and more.
Join us as we aim to create a healthier, more informed community. Together, we are making healthy happen!
- Events
- Health Education Programs & Lectures
March 2025
13
Thu
6:00 PM
Working Together to Prevent Type 2 Diabetes: Resources and Information
Virtual Event
Interested in learning how to incorporate healthy lifestyle changes into your daily routine to avoid, prevent or delay Type 2 Diabetes? Join a trained Lifestyle Coach for a discussion on how to help prevent or delay the onset of Type 2 Diabetes and other chronic conditions. You will also learn about resources the Diabetes Wellness...
Cost Free
Free
April 2025
02
Wed
2:00 PM
Food Is Medicine Session 1: Vitamins and Minerals
Virtual Via Zoom
Embark on a health journey with a free 4-week series! Join Sarah Khan, Lifestyle Coach, MS in Nutrition, and learn the secrets of crafting flavorful and nutritious meals, all while exploring health benefits! Session Dates: Every Wednesday from April 2 – April 23 Session 1: April 2nd: Vitamins and Minerals Session 2: April 9th: Carbs...
Cost Free
Free
09
Wed
2:00 PM
Food Is Medicine Session 2: Carbs
Virtual Via Zoom
Embark on a health journey with a free 4-week series! Join Sarah Khan, Lifestyle Coach, MS in Nutrition, and learn the secrets of crafting flavorful and nutritious meals, all while exploring health benefits! Session Dates: Every Wednesday from April 2 – April 23 Session 1: April 2nd: Vitamins and Minerals Session 2: April 9th: Carbs...
Cost Free
Free
10
Thu
6:00 PM
CANCELLED – Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) and Its Impact on Health
Hybrid Session: In-person at Manchester Memorial Hospital, CR A, B & C or Live Webinar (Zoom)
Alcohol related problems are among the most significant public health issues in the country, affecting about 15 million adults in the U.S. Approximately 88,000 people die from alcohol related causes, making it the third leading preventable cause of death in the nation. Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) can be mild, moderate, or severe based on the...
Cost Free
Free
16
Wed
2:00 PM
Food Is Medicine Session 3: Proteins
Virtual Via Zoom
Embark on a health journey with a free 4-week series! Join Sarah Khan, Lifestyle Coach, MS in Nutrition, and learn the secrets of crafting flavorful and nutritious meals, all while exploring health benefits! Session Dates: Every Wednesday from April 2 – April 23 Session 1: April 2nd: Vitamins and Minerals Session 2: April 9th: Carbs...
Cost Free
Free
23
Wed
2:00 PM
Food Is Medicine Session 4: Fats
Virtual Via Zoom
Embark on a health journey with a free 4-week series! Join Sarah Khan, Lifestyle Coach, MS in Nutrition, and learn the secrets of crafting flavorful and nutritious meals, all while exploring health benefits! Session Dates: Every Wednesday from April 2 – April 23 Session 1: April 2nd: Vitamins and Minerals Session 2: April 9th: Carbs...
Cost Free
Free
28
Mon
1:00 PM
Stress Awareness Month: Finding Balance in Your Life
Manchester Memorial Hospital, Conference Rooms A, B & C
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
April is Stress Awareness Month, a time to recognize the negative effects of stress and ways to find balance in your life. Stress is a natural human reaction that happens to everyone. In fact, your body is designed to experience stress and react to it through physical and mental responses. Join Karin Sidman-Croghan as she...
Cost Free
Free
September 2025
10
Wed
12:00 PM
Working Together to Prevent Type 2 Diabetes: Resources and Information
Virtual Event
Interested in learning how to incorporate healthy lifestyle changes into your daily routine to avoid, prevent or delay Type 2 Diabetes? Join a trained Lifestyle Coach for a discussion on how to help prevent or delay the onset of Type 2 Diabetes and other chronic conditions. You will also learn about resources ECHN’s Center for...
Cost Free
Free
11
Thu
6:00 PM
Osteopathic Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine (ONMM) – A Holistic Approach to Pain Relief
Hybrid Session: In person at Manchester Memorial Hospital or Virtual-Live Webinar
Osteopathic Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine (ONMM), particularly through Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT), offers a hands-on approach to pain management, focusing on the interconnectedness of the body’s structure and function to promote healing and alleviate pain. Join ONMM specialists Tricia Hall, DO, and Dennis Burke, DO, as they share information on ONMM and OMT and demonstrate various techniques...
Cost Free
Free
15
Mon
5:30 PM
CANCELLED – Prostate Cancer Symptoms: Early Warning Signs Every Man Should Know
Hybrid Session: In person at Manchester Memorial Hospital or Virtual-Live Webinar
Prostate Cancer is the most common cancer among men. The American Cancer Society estimates that about 314,000 new cases will be diagnosed in the U.S. in 2025. With early detection, prostate cancer can often be treated successfully. Join urologist Kai Hans Hammerich, MD, as he shares information on what prostate cancer is and the common...
Cost Free
Free
16
Tue
6:00 PM
Yoga to Balance Blood Sugar: A Guided Session with Dr. Yasmine Khan
Manchester Memorial Hospital, Conference Rooms A, B & C
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
Join endocrinologist Yasmine Khan, MD, for a unique and empowering yoga session. Discover how yoga can positively impact blood sugar levels, reduce stress, and support a healthy lifestyle for people living with diabetes. This event will include a guided yoga session followed by questions & answers with Dr. Khan and experienced diabetes educators. Whether you’re...
Cost Free
Free
22
Mon
1:30 PM
Mastering Your Balance: A Fall Prevention Program
Manchester Memorial Hospital, Conference Rooms A, B & C
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
September is fall prevention month. Falls and balance problems are a significant concern, especially for aging adults, and are the second leading cause of unintentional deaths. Falls are often preventable through simple lifestyle adjustments and home modifications. Join Mary Pesce, PTA, LSVT, CPT, CET as she shares information on changes as we age. She will...