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!
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June 2024
11
Tue
5:30 PM
Exploring A Future in Diabetes Care Without Finger Sticks
Virtual Via Zoom
Embark on the journey into the future of diabetes care, where technology is revolutionizing how we monitor glucose levels. Join Endocrinologist Rushickah Brooks, NP, and Katie Gustavesen, RD, CDCES, as they unveil the transformative power of continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) devices, such as Dexcom and Freestyle Libre that offer an escape from the hassles of...
Cost Free
Free
25
Tue
6:30 PM
Healthcare for the LGBTQ+ Community
Women's Center for Wellness
2600 Tamarack Avenue, South Windsor , Connecticut
Members of the LGBTQ+ community refrain from seeking care due to discrimination or implicit bias which delays important health screenings and contributes to high rates of various cancers and chronic diseases. In order to ensure the LGBTQ+ community completes their recommended screenings; they need to feel safe in accessing healthcare. Join Doctor Kenneth Abriola, Infectious...
Cost Free
Free
August 2024
22
Thu
6:00 PM
Plant Based Eating: Exploring the Summer Harvest
Virtual Via Zoom
Plant-based eating focuses on fiber-rich plant foods such as vegetables fruits, whole grains, legumes, nuts and seeds. Harvesting the power of plants in our diet has a multitude of benefits to your cardiovascular health, your immune system, cancer risk and more. In this program, Registered Dietitian, Amy Rapone, will discuss these benefits as well as...
Cost Free
Free
28
Wed
12:00 PM
Cancer Survivorship Starts at Diagnosis
John A. DeQuattro Cancer Center, Conference Room A
100 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
ECHN’s John A. DeQuattro Cancer Center offers Cancer Patients a robust Survivorship Care Program but what is survivorship exactly? Join Oncology Nurse Navigators Leslie Juliani and Karen Fiume and Social Worker Elizabeth Soucy to learn what survivorship is, how survivorship goes beyond one’s cancer diagnosis and how is it personalized for each person. Space is...
Cost Free
Free
September 2024
04
Wed
6:00 PM
Back in Action: A Guide to Spine Health
Virtual Via Zoom
Did you know that your spine supports everything that you do? Over 100 million Americans (approximately one-third) of the US population suffer from chronic neck and back pain each year. Join Orthopedic Spine Surgeon Dr. Ashish Updadhyay, Interventional Radiologist Dr. Robert Gordon, and Osteopathic Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine Specialist Dr. Tricia Hall as they review what a normal...
Cost Free
Free
19
Thu
11:30 AM
Steady Steps: Falls and Balance Prevention
Hybrid Session: In-person at Manchester Memorial Hospital, CR A, B & C or Live Webinar (Zoom)
September is Fall Prevention Month. Worldwide, falls are the second leading cause of unintentional deaths. In 2022 alone, more than 40,000 fatal falls occurred in adults 65 and older. Join Mary Pesce, PTA, LSVT, CPT, CET on Thursday, September 19 as she shares information on balance and changes as we age. She will also discuss...
Cost Free
Free
October 2024
15
Tue
6:00 PM
Supplements 101
Virtual Via Zoom
Vitamins and minerals are substances required by our bodies to carry out a myriad of normal cellular processes. Join Naturopath, Lauren Young, DO, as she shares information on the different types of supplements, and how to assess what type of supplements you may need. She will also share information on supplements that may not interact...
Cost Free
Free
28
Mon
11:30 AM
Your New Body Starts Here
Hybrid Session: In-person at Manchester Memorial Hospital, CR A, B & C or Live Webinar (Zoom)
Exercise and physical activity are great ways to feel better, boost your health, and have fun. Join Mary Pesce, PTA, LSVT, CPT, CET as she talks about the benefits of exercise, and modes of exercise to keep you moving. She will also share some examples of exercise to enhance your overall well-being. Register online or call...
Cost Free
Free
November 2024
05
Tue
6:00 PM
Diabetes 101: Understanding the Basics and Beyond
Virtual Via Zoom
Calling all family members and caregivers! Join our informative webinar and gain a comprehensive understanding of diabetes to support your loved ones effectively. Our speaker, Aleksandra Dunnigan, RDN, CDCES, NDPP, Lifestyle Coach will cover diabetes types, symptoms, and risk factors, enabling you to recognize warning signs and provide crucial assistance. Learn practical tips for creating...
Cost Free
Free
12
Tue
5:00 PM
Sodium Savvy Eating & Cooking Demonstration
Manchester Memorial Hospital, Conference Room E/F
Your body needs a small amount of sodium to work properly, but too much sodium is bad for your health. Americans consume more than 3,300 milligrams (mg) of sodium per day, on average. This is well above the federal recommendation of less than 2,300 mg per day. Join Registered Dietitians Bridget Sutherland, RDN and Lauren Rosenfield,...
Cost Free
Free
19
Tue
5:00 PM
Hospice and Palliative Care: Comfort and Support for Serious Illnesses
Virtual Via Zoom
Hospice and Palliative care are types of health care that focus on the palliation of a terminally ill patient's pain and symptoms and attending to their emotional and spiritual needs at the end of life, providing an alternative to therapies focused on life-prolonging measures that may be difficult, likely to cause more symptoms, or are...
Cost Free
Free
December 2024
09
Mon
5:30 PM
Breathe Easy: Managing Sleep Apnea for Better Health
Virtual Via Zoom
Sleep apnea is a disorder that causes you to stop breathing while asleep. Your brain tries to protect you by waking you up enough to breathe, but this prevents you from a restful, healthy sleep. Over time, this condition can cause serious complications. Join Pulmonologist, Dr. Dilpreet Kaur as she provides an overview of the...