Spartanburg Regional March Health Events
Don’t miss Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System’s March online events. Learn to recognize the more subtle signs and symptoms of a heart attack. Expectant mothers can prepare for their childbirth experience in one of our prenatal classes. Anyone at risk or has experienced a cardiovascular event may join a brand-new community group and connect with others facing similar challenges.
If you missed any of the webinars in the Living Healthy Lives series, click on this link and watch them at any time.
All online events are hosted in Microsoft Teams. You must register to receive an email link to join prior to the scheduled event date.
Take Charge of Your Heart Health
Tuesday, Mar. 1, 6 – 7 p.m.
Virtual Webinar
Are you ready to take charge of your heart health? Cardiologist Dr. Mitch Devlin will answer your heart questions during a live event. Click on the link above to register and submit your question.
Prepared Breastfeeding
Monday, Mar. 7, 6 – 8 p.m.
Tuesday, Mar. 15, 6 – 8 p.m.
Online Class
This two-hour class will help you get a healthy start to breastfeeding your newborn. Learn about milk production, feeding cues, latching techniques, milk storage and problem-solving tips for successful breastfeeding. This class is taught by a certified lactation consultant. Please feel free to include your spouse or support person. Call 864-560-BABY for more information. Click on the link above to register.
Prepared Childbirth
Tuesday, Mar. 8, 6 – 8:30 p.m.
Thursday, Mar. 24, 6 – 8:30 p.m.
Online Class
Learn everything you need to know about the childbirth process and the options available to you during pregnancy, labor and delivery. The information you learn in this comprehensive, fact-based class will help reduce your anxiety and help you have a more positive birth experience. Your spouse or support person is encouraged to participate. Call 864-560-BABY for more information. Click on the preferred date above to register.
Prepared Parents: Infant Care
Thursday, Mar. 10, 6 – 8 p.m.
Online Class
This class focuses on routine care for your newborn. Topics include breastfeeding, bathing, medical and safety information. Your spouse or support person is encouraged to participate. Click on the date above to register.
Diabetes Wellness Circle
Tuesday, Mar. 15, 12 – 1 p.m.
Online Support Group
Diabetes care and education specialists offer support, encouragement and education to anyone living with diabetes. Support persons are also encouraged to attend. Click on the link above to register.
Hollywood Heart Attack
Tuesday, Mar. 15, 6 – 7 p.m.
Virtual Webinar
It’s important to know the signs of a heart attack – even subtle ones – to ensure you get the emergency care you need. Cardiologist Dr. Mitch Devlin will share all the signs and symptoms of a heart attack including when to seek lifesaving medical attention. Click on the link above to register.
Cardiac Connection
Wednesday, Mar. 16, 12 – 1 p.m.
Online Support Group
A community support group for anyone who is at risk of or has experienced a cardiovascular event such as a heart attack or stroke. Connect with others who have had similar experiences. Click on the link above to register.
Weight Loss Surgery Support Group
Thursday, Mar. 17, 12 – 12:30 p.m.
Online Support Group
An Upstate area support group for patients in all phases of the surgical weight loss process. Network with others who have experienced similar challenges with the lifestyle changes necessary to lose weight and keep it off successfully. Click on the date above to register.
Safe Kids 101 for New and Expecting Parents
Thursday, Mar. 17, 4 – 5 p.m.
Online Class
This one-hour webinar includes 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. You will also learn ways to avoid accidents in the home involving fire, burns, drowning, falls and poisoning. Click on the link above to register.
Just the Ticket: Child Passenger Safety
Monday, Mar. 21, 4 – 5 p.m.
Online Class
This class is offered one-time specifically for violators of the Child Passenger Safety Seat law. Attendees who have violations will receive a certificate of completion. Click on the link above to register.
Weight Loss Surgery – Online Video Presentation
Available to view anytime
Online Video
Is weight loss surgery right for you? This video covers detailed information about gastric bypass and sleeve gastrectomy weight loss surgery. The video lasts approximately 20 minutes and must be viewed in its entirety before a consultation appointment with the physician can be scheduled. If you have questions, please call 864-560-7070 for more information. To view the video, click on the link above.