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!

August 2023

01
Tue
6:00 PM

Carbohydrates and Diabetes – Staying Healthy Longer

Hybrid Session: In-person at Manchester Memorial Hospital, CR A, B & C or Live Webinar (Zoom)
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Did you know that taking in between 20 and 90 grams of Carbohydrates per day has been shown to be effective at improving blood sugar management? Join Kausar Khan, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), as she shares information about Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes, the differences between them and how to manage each one....

Cost Free
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10
Thu
6:00 PM

CANCELLED- Prostate Cancer – What to Know About Screening & Treatment

Virtual Event
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Did you know that Prostate Cancer is the second leading cause of male cancer in the US?  Last year, an estimated 150,000 men in the US were diagnosed with prostate cancer.  The average age of diagnosis was 66 and with early detection one can have a successful treatment outcome.  Join Doctor Michael Goltzman as he...

Cost Free
Free
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September 2023

13
Wed
6:00 PM

The Aging Brain: What’s Normal & What’s Not

Hybrid Session: In-person at Manchester Memorial Hospital, CR A, B & C or Live Webinar (Zoom)
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Every part of your body is affected by aging in one way or another – your brain included. While it’s easy to see the years reflected on our skin, the changes in our brains aren’t nearly as noticeable – at least not at first.  Join Occupational Therapy Assistant, Erin Chianelli, OTA/L as she reviews normal...

Cost Free
Free
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21
Thu
6:00 PM

Family Medicine: Seeing Newborns through to Old Age

Hybrid Session: In-person at Manchester Memorial Hospital, CR A, B & C or Live Webinar (Zoom)
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Did you know that family medicine physicians specialize in the care for all?  They can diagnose, treat, and provide complex, continuous, and coordinated care for you and your entire family. Join ECHN Medical Group’s Family Health Care Center Team as they share information about family medicine from the residency training to their scope of practice....

Cost Free
Free
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October 2023

03
Tue
6:00 PM

Fasting Mimicking Diet

Virtual Via Zoom
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For centuries, fasting has been used to promote mental clarity, physical rejuvenation, and spiritual awakening. Today, fasting is a “diet darling,” currently being researched in over 2800 clinical trials. Join Naturopath Doctor Lauren Young as she shares research information behind this new fasting diet (not intermittent fasting), how it works and the benefits of this...

Cost Free
Free
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17
Tue
6:00 PM

Diabetes 101 – Understanding the Basics and Beyond

Hybrid Session: In-person at Manchester Memorial Hospital, CR A, B & C or Live Webinar (Zoom)
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Calling all family members and caretakers! Join our informative webinar and gain a comprehensive understanding of diabetes to support your loved ones effectively. Our expert speaker, Sandra Dunnigan, RD, CDCES, will cover diabetes types, symptoms, and risk factors, enabling you to recognize warning signs and provide crucial assistance. Learn practical tips for creating a diabetes-friendly...

Cost Free
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November 2023

02
Thu
6:00 PM

Pelvic Pain and Physical Therapy

Virtual Via Zoom
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Pelvic pain affects approximately one in seven women. Pelvic pain is pain felt in the lower abdomen (stomach area), pelvis, or perineum (the area between the rectum and the vagina).  Pelvic floor physical therapists are trained in functional restoration of the whole body and are in the unique position to assess and treat pelvic pain...

Cost Free
Free
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07
Tue
4:00 PM

Hiatal Hernias: What You Need to Know?

Manchester Memorial Hospital, Conference Rooms A, B & C
71 Haynes Street, Manchester , CT
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Hiatal Hernias are more common than you think.  There are more than 3 million diagnosis per year.   A hiatal hernia occurs when weakened muscle tissue allows your stomach to bulge up through your diaphragm.  This could be caused by age-related changes, an injury to the area or being born with an unusually large hiatus.  Join...

Cost Free
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09
Thu
6:00 PM

Mindfulness & Nutrition

Virtual Via Zoom
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Mindful eating focuses on your eating experiences, body-related sensations, and thoughts and feelings about food.  It complements any eating pattern. The goal is to promote a more enjoyable meal experience and understanding of the eating environment. Research has shown that mindful eating can lead to greater psychological wellbeing. Join Naturopath, Doctor Lauren Young as she...

Cost Free
Free
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December 2023

05
Tue
5:00 PM

Migraine Attacks: Ways to Head Off the Pain

Hybrid Session: In-person at Manchester Memorial Hospital, CR A, B & C or Live Webinar (Zoom)
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Do you get intense throbbing head pain that is so severe that it interferes with your day-to-day activities and are sometimes accompanied by nausea and vomiting?   Join Osteopathic Neuromusculoskeletal Specialist Doctors Jenny Song, Tricia Hall and Michael Waddington as they share information about the different types of migraines and how to recognize one when they...

Cost Free
Free
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07
Thu
6:00 PM

Can’t Read Your Breast Image Report? We Can Help!

Hybrid Session: In person at Manchester Memorial Hospital or Virtual-Live Webinar
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Join Doctor Mathew Mikhail, Kristen Dydyn-Basile (RTR(M)), and Stacy St. Louis, BA RDMS, RVT as they provide an overview of radiology reports specific to breast imaging and key factors to understand. They will discuss differences between screening mammograms versus diagnostic imaging, as well as share information on density categories and what they mean.

Cost Free
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12
Tue
5:00 PM

Palliative Care: Comfort & Support for Serious Illnesses

Hybrid Session: In person at Manchester Memorial Hospital or Virtual-Live Webinar
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Palliative care is an approach that focuses on improving the quality of life for individuals facing serious illnesses, including chronic conditions and terminal diseases. The goal is to increase awareness and knowledge of palliative care and demystify misconceptions surrounding this program helping individuals understand its purpose and benefits.  Join Holly Zambrello, RN, Hospice ad Palliative...

Cost Free
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