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Peters Outpatient Center and Canonsburg Hospital Unveil April Events
Create handmade satchels for cancer patients, learn about hip surgery and more.
April 2
Satchels of Caring
Create handmade satchels filled with therapeutic items to nurture and support patients undergoing cancer treatment. Tuesday, April 2 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m., Saturday, April 20 from 8:30 – 11:30 a.m., Conference Room, Outpatient Care Center, 160 Gallery Drive, McMurray, PA. Please visit www.satchelsofcaring.org for additional information.
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April 3
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Are You Considering Total Knee or Hip Replacement Surgery?
Free information session to help you answer your questions as you prepare for total knee or hip replacement surgery. Led by the staff of the Mutschler Orthopaedic Institute, class will be held at Canonsburg General Hospital, 100 Medical Drive, Canonsburg from 1 - 2:30 p.m. To register, please call 1.888.877.5955 or 724.873.5955.
April 5 (First Friday of every month)
Free Blood Pressure Screenings
A registered nurse will provide free blood pressure screenings from 8:45 to 10 a.m. at the Peters Township Recreation Center, 700 Meredith Drive, Venetia, PA 15367, 724.942.5000.
Session IV runs April 8th through June 3rd
Tai Chi for Health
Reap the health benefits of Tai Chi! This program, a combination of exercise and meditation, is endorsed by the Arthritis Foundation and taught by certified instructor, Gurney Bolster, MA, DTR at the Outpatient Care Center in Peters Township, 160 Gallery Drive, McMurray. Small classes, enroll early. Fee is $75 per eight-week session. For information or to register, call 412.330.4469.
April 10
AARP Drivers Safety Program – Refresher Course
Participants must be 55 or older and will qualify for a five percent auto insurance discount upon completion. 9 a.m. – 12 p.m., McNary Conference Room, Canonsburg General Hospital. Fee is $12 per person (AARP member) or $14 per person (non-member). Verification of previous course completion is required. To register, please call 412.330.4469.
April 10
Are You Considering Shoulder Replacement Surgery?
Free information session to help you answer your questions as you prepare for shoulder replacement surgery. Led by the staff of the Mutschler Orthopaedic Institute, class will be held at the Outpatient Care Center in Peters Township, 160 Gallery Drive, McMurray from 6 - 7:30 pm. To register, please call 1.888.877.5955 or 724.873.5955.
April 10 through May 15
Grief and Loss Seminars
Rev. Cathy Peternel, hospital chaplain, will discuss the process of experiencing grief and loss. Offered at two convenient locations to serve you: Outpatient Care Center – Peters Township, 160 Gallery Drive, McMurray from 1 - 2:30 p.m. and Canonsburg General Hospital, 100 Medical Blvd, Canonsburg, from 6:30-8:00 pm. To register for this free series, please call724.745.6100, ext. 4118.
April 11, 12
Cookie Lee
Enjoy this beautiful assortment of costume jewelry! Canonsburg General Hospital’s Main Lobby, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
April 18
Heart Saver Adult with AED
Instructors for this class have been certified by the American Heart Association, 6 to 9 p.m., McNary Conference Center, Canonsburg General Hospital. Fee is $25 per person and includes 2-year certification. To register, please call 412.330.4469.
April 19
Spring Market
Spring has sprung! A wonderful assortment of vendors will be on hand with the latest styles plus unique and fun gifts to share. Come shop, enjoy lunch in the beautiful Café, and treat yourself to a fun day at the Outpatient Care Center in Peters Township, 160 Gallery Drive, McMurray, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more details, call 724.260.7000.
April 25, 26
Usborne Books and More
Educational items for the readers in your life! Canonsburg General Hospital’s Main Lobby from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Free Blood Pressure Screenings at Canonsburg Community Health Care Center
The staff of the Canonsburg Community Health Care Center will offer free blood pressure screenings every Tuesday and Thursday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. The office is located at 36 East Pike Street, Canonsburg. For more information, call 724.745.9181.
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