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Health Events July 2026
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Health Events July 2026

By Staff reports on July 1, 2026

Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System has many events to choose from, with something for everyone from childbirth preparation classes to cooking instruction and heart health screenings. Check out what we offer and sign up today.  

Balance and Breathe Yoga 

Wednesday, July 1, 9 to 10 a.m. 

Wednesday, July 8, 9 to 10 a.m. 

Wednesday, July 15, 9 to 10 a.m. 

Wednesday, July 22, 9 to 10 a.m. 

Wednesday, July 29, 9 to 10 a.m. 

Cleveland Park Events Center 

Join Carolyn Bailey, Trauma Injury Prevention Coordinator, each Wednesday for Balance and Breathe Yoga. Slips, trips and falls are the leading causes of injury for older adults. This class is designed to help prevent the process of deterioration and loss of muscle mass that can lead to falls.  

Registration is not required. Please join us at any session that fits your schedule.  

 

Table for Two 

Wednesday, July 1, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. 

Wednesday, July 8, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. 

Wednesday, July 15, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. 

Wednesday, July 22, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. 

Wednesday, July 29, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. 

Spartanburg Medical Center 

A certified lactation specialist facilitates an open, supportive forum to talk about the challenges and joys of breastfeeding in a casual gathering for breastfeeding moms and babies from birth through 6 months. Meet other mothers, discuss concerns and learn tips on breastfeeding and life with a new baby.   

 

Yoga with Jan 

Thursday, July 2, 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. 

Thursday, July 9, 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. 

Thursday, July 16, 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. 

Thursday, July 23, 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. 

Thursday, July 30, 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. 

Gibbs Cancer Center-Spartanburg  

Join Dr. Janet LeFrancois, certified yoga therapist and Iyengar yoga teacher, at the Gibbs Cancer Center Conference room in Spartanburg to practice basic to advanced yoga with a focus on cancer patients and survivors. Attendees are welcome to bring their own mats, blocks and other yoga tools to the class. If this is your first time attending, a mat and block will be provided for you to use.  

Registration is required so that we can make space for all attendees. 

 

Stay Active and Independent for Life (SAIL) 

Thursday, July 2, 9 to 10 a.m.  

Tuesday, July 7, 9 to 10 a.m. 

Thursday, July 9, 9 to 10 a.m. 

Tuesday, July 14, 9 to 10 a.m. 

Thursday, July 16, 9 to 10 a.m. 

Tuesday, July 21, 9 to 10 a.m. 

Thursday, July 23, 9 to 10 a.m. 

Tuesday, July 28, 9 to 10 a.m. 

Thursday, July 30, 9 to 10 a.m. 

Cleveland Park Events Center  

Falls in people ages 65 and older are among the most common injuries in that age population. As a result, many seniors are unable to remain independent.  

The Stay Active and Independent for Life (SAIL) program is a free fall prevention program that includes a one-hour, twice-per-week group fitness class where all participants work at their own pace. Anyone over the age of 50, including those who use walkers or canes, can participate in the SAIL program. 

 

Community Blood Pressure Screening  

Monday, July 6, 10 a.m. to noon 

Middle Tyger YMCA Family Center  

Nearly half of American adults have high blood pressure. High blood pressure increases your risk for serious health problems, including stroke and heart attack. 

Pelham Medical Center partners with Middle Tyger YMCA Family Center to offer free blood pressure screenings. In addition to having your blood pressure checked, you will receive a tracking card to help keep up with your numbers plus education about what the numbers mean and ways to control hypertension. 

 

Prepared Parents: Infant CPR (In-person) 

Monday, July 6, 2 to 2:30 p.m. 

Monday, July 27, 2 to 2:30 p.m. 

Spartanburg Medical Center  

In collaboration with our March of Dimes NICU Family Support Program, we are excited to offer our community an Infant CPR class option. 

Infant CPR offers lifesaving safety information. This non-certification Infant CPR class is designed specifically for expectant parents. Our essential hands-on class provides the skills and confidence to turn a life-threatening situation into a lifesaving one. Come gain the confidence, skills and knowledge essential to saving an infant's life. 

 

Prepared: Maternity Tour 

Monday, July 6, 6 to 7 p.m. 

Monday, July 13, 6 to 7 p.m. 

Monday, July 20, 6 to 7 p.m. 

Monday, July 27, 2 to 2:30 p.m. 

Spartanburg Medical Center 

Please plan to park in the parking garage across from the hospital's main entrance. You will enter the hospital at the main entrance where the sign states "1.” You will meet the prenatal educator who will conduct your maternity tour in the common area at elevator "A.” Please call 864-560-2229 for questions. 

Registration is required so that we can make space for all attendees. 

 

Strength Training and Gentle Cardio-Cancer Survivors  

Monday, July 6, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. 

Monday, July 13, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. 

Monday, July 20, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. 

Monday, July 27, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. 

 

Hugh R. Black Pavilion-Mary Black Campus  

Available to cancer survivors at no charge, the Survivorship Program offers semi-monthly workout sessions that will focus on helping you build strength and improve your cardiovascular health through a combination of exercises. Whether you're a fitness enthusiast or just starting out, our experienced trainers will guide you every step of the way. Join us for this opportunity to boost your overall health and well-being. 

These sessions will be held by Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System's Sports Medicine Institute.  

 

Community Blood Pressure Screening  

Tuesday, July 7, 9 to 11 a.m. 

Eastside YMCA 

Nearly half of American adults have high blood pressure. High blood pressure increases your risk for serious health problems, including stroke and heart attack. 

Pelham Medical Center partners with Eastside YMCA to offer free blood pressure screenings. In addition to having your blood pressure checked, you will receive a tracking card to help keep up with your numbers plus education about what the numbers mean and ways to control hypertension. 

 

Community Blood Pressure Screening  

Tuesday, July 7, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. 

Senior Action  

Nearly half of American adults have high blood pressure. High blood pressure increases your risk for serious health problems, including stroke and heart attack. 

Pelham Medical Center partners with Senior Action Greenville to offer free blood pressure screenings. In addition to having your blood pressure checked, you will receive a tracking card to help keep up with your numbers plus education about what the numbers mean and ways to control hypertension. 

 

Veg Edge Potluck 

Tuesday, July 7, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. 

Gibbs Cancer Center - Spartanburg  

Looking for others on their journey to eating healthier? Do you need some inspiration or want to try new dishes? Come join us to learn about the benefits of Whole Food Plant Based Nutrition (WFPBN) every first Tuesday of the month. 

There is no need to register. Please adhere to WFPBN guidelines (no meat, dairy or oil and minimal added sugar and salt) and bring the recipe to share. Reach out to Lori at lboyd2@srhs.com for more information or if you'd like some recommendations about where to find recipe ideas.  

 

Prepared Parents: Infant Care 

Thursday, July 9, 6 to 8 p.m. 

Spartanburg Medical Center 

This course prepares expectant parents for their baby's arrival. Topics include breastfeeding, diapering, bathing and medical and safety information. A local pediatrician and a perinatal educator will lead this class. 

Beginners are welcome. You must be able to get on and off the floor without assistance. 

 

Cooking up Confidence – Cardiology 

Friday, July 10, Aug. 14, Sept. 11, Oct 9, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. 

Gibbs Cancer Center – Pelham  

Cook along with the Culinary Medicine Program and clinicians from the Heart Wellness Program in our teaching kitchen. This is a series of 4 hands-on cooking classes and will cover a variety of different techniques to make home-prepared meals easier, fun and support optimal heart health. 
 
Classes will feature recipes from a new cookbook by our Outpatient Cardiology staff and each attendee will receive a copy. 
 
Please register only if you can commit to all four classes held once per month every second Friday, July - October. 
 
Class dates: 
July 10 
August 14 
September 11 
October 9 

 

Prepared: Childbirth    

Thursday, July 14, 6 to 8:30 p.m. 

Thursday, July 23, 6 to 8:30 p.m. 

Spartanburg Medical Center  

Learn everything you need to know about the childbirth process and the options available during pregnancy, labor and delivery. In this class, we provide the information you need to reduce anxiety and help you have a more positive birth experience. Prepared Childbirth is a comprehensive, fact-based and fun class covering various topics about your baby's birthday. 

 

Breast Cancer Support Group - Hybrid 

Tuesday, July 14, from 5:45 to 7 p.m. 

Gibbs Cancer Center – Spartanburg or online 

The Survivorship Program offers a unique, monthly opportunity for breast cancer patients and survivors to connect with one another at no charge.  

Research shows that taking part in support groups where you both give and receive help is an effective way to reduce stress and anxiety that can come with a breast cancer diagnosis. 

This support group will be led by Gail Ebert, MMFT, LMFT-A, CAMS-II, CPC of Illuminate Therapy, Spartanburg. 

This event will be held in person at Gibbs Cancer Center –Spartanburg. If you are unable to attend in person, a virtual attendance option is available for this event. 

 

Cardiac Connection: Sleep and Your Heart 

Wednesday, July 15, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. 

Heart Wellness Center  

Cardiac Connection is a welcoming and interactive opportunity to stay motivated, informed and connected during your heart wellness journey. This event is open to all who want to learn more about stroke and heart attack prevention. 
 
Please contact Laurie Matthews at lmatthews@srhs.com or 864-560-8185 for questions or if you need more information. 

 

Safe Kids 101 for New and Expecting Parents  

Thursday, July 16, 4 to 5 p.m. 

Online 

This one-hour webinar includes safety topics that will help you keep your child safe and avoid accidents and injuries. 

This class will share information about basic car seat features, installation techniques and how to choose an appropriate car seat based on your child's age, height and weight. 

Learn ways to avoid accidents in the home involving fire, burns, drowning, falls and poisonings. Know how to identify safe and unsafe sleep environments for your baby. This is an online event.  

 

Just the Ticket 

Monday, July 20, 4 to 5 p.m. 

Online 

During this comprehensive course, offered by Spartanburg Medical Center and Safe Kids of the Piedmont, you will learn about South Carolina's child passenger safety laws, the safest way to secure your child in a vehicle, proper car seat installation, when to update or replace your child's car seat and other safety tips to help keep your child safe on the road. 

Attendees who have violations of the child passenger occupant law on their records can receive a certificate of completion as proof of participation. This class is only offered once for child passenger occupant violations. 

 

Diabetes Wellness Circle  

Tuesday, July 21, noon to 1 p.m. 

Spartanburg Medical Center or online 

Join us at noon on the third Tuesday of every month for this hybrid (virtual and in-person) support group. Meetings are designed for 30-45 minutes of education followed by 15-30 minutes of discussion. Please join the meeting then stay as long as you are able. This is a hybrid meeting, so you may come in person or join us virtually through Microsoft Teams.  

If you would like to come in person, you must call (864-560-6487) or email Madison (mapate@srhs.com) to reserve your seat in the classroom as space is limited.  If you do not contact us directly, a link to the virtual meeting will be sent the day before through your email. 

 

Art Class For Cancer Patients, Survivors and Caregivers  

Tuesday, July 21, 6 to 7:30 p.m. 

Tuesday, July 28, 6 to 7:30 p.m. 

Join us each month for a relaxing, creative art session designed to support emotional well-being and connection. Our art classes offer a welcoming space where cancer patients, survivors and caregivers can come together, enjoy fellowship and explore the healing benefits of creative expression. 

This program is offered at no charge through Gibbs Cancer Center Survivorship Program. 

 

Weight Loss Surgery-Online Support Group  

Thursday, July 23, noon to 1 p.m. 

Online  

This group provides Upstate area support for patients in all phases of the weight loss surgery process. Combined with the help of friends and family members, this support group allows you to network with others who have experienced similar challenges and lifestyle changes after weight loss surgery. Patients who have not yet had surgery are encouraged to attend.   

 

Prepared Childbirth eClass  

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Online 

This class provides you with answers to your questions and important information so you can be an active participant in your birth experience. This is an online, self-paced class. 

After completing this class, you will be able to: 

  • Make informed healthcare decisions, from pregnancy through postpartum 
  • Feel prepared for birth by learning the stages of labor, comfort techniques and common medical procedures 
  • Identify and communicate your birth preferences with your healthcare team 
  • Know what to expect from newborn and postpartum care, including important warning signs 
  • Feel empowered and confident about birth and your parenting journey 

This class is now available in English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, German, Arabic, Japanese and Chinese. Online class participants will choose their language once logged in. You will have access to the program for nine months after purchase. 

 

Prepared Breastfeeding eClass 

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Online 

Can’t come to an in-person class? We’ll bring it to you! Spartanburg Medical Center is happy to provide online, self-paced Understanding Breastfeeding eClasses that you can take conveniently from home. 

Our Understanding Breastfeeding eClass is perfect for: 

· Parents who need a more flexible schedule 

· Parents on bed rest 

· Parents who prefer online learning 

· Non-English-speaking parents 

In this self-paced eClass, you will be provided with information about milk production, feeding cues, latching techniques, milk storage and problem-solving tips for successful breastfeeding. 

This class is now available in English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, German, Arabic, Japanese and Chinese. Online class participants will choose their language once logged in. You will have access to the program for nine months after purchase. 

 

Prepared Fathers-Understanding Fatherhood eClass 

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Online 

Can’t come to an in-person class? We’ll bring it to you! Spartanburg Medical Center is happy to provide online, self-paced Understanding Fatherhood eClasses that you can take conveniently from home. 

With a positive focus on the importance of expectant dads being involved right from the start, you will learn how to support your partner through pregnancy and birth, as well as survival tips for those first few sleep-deprived months with a newborn. Integrated throughout the class are fun activities and video clips that share the relatable stories of real dads and advice from a fatherhood expert. Allow about three hours to complete. 

This class is now available in English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, German, Arabic, Japanese and Chinese. Online class participants will choose their language once logged in. You will have access to the program for nine months after purchase. 

 

Prepared Parents-Understanding Your Multiples eClass  

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Online 

Can’t come to an in-person class? We’ll bring it to you! Spartanburg Medical Center is happy to provide online, self-paced Understanding Your Multiples eClasses that you can take conveniently from home. 

Pregnant with twins or more? Take an interactive online class made just for you! 

This class covers everything you need to know about your unique pregnancy, including what to expect from a vaginal or cesarean birth, breastfeeding more than one baby and life at home with multiples. Woven throughout the eClass are fun activities to help you learn and engaging video clips that share the real stories of families with multiples. 

This class is now available in English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, German, Arabic, Japanese and Chinese. Online class participants will choose their language once logged in. You will have access to the program for nine months after purchase. 

 

Prepared Grandparents: Understanding Grandparenting Class  

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Our Understanding Grandparents eClass is self-paced and provides an in-depth introduction to your role as a supportive grandparent. 

We’ll bring the class to you! Spartanburg Medical Center is happy to provide online, self-paced Understanding Grandparenting eClasses that you can take conveniently from home. 

Expecting a grandchild? This eClass is for you. While birth and babies haven’t changed, what we know about them has. Now you can prepare yourself for your new role from the comfort of home. This interactive online class covers evidence-based changes in birth, breastfeeding, baby care and infant safety, and it provides ways for new grandparents to offer support and assistance to the new family. In just a few hours you will learn what’s new, refresh what you already know and feel more comfortable when called upon to help care for your grandchild. Get ready to take on one of life’s most rewarding roles!