By: Robert Remler
In addition, patients will receive compensation for their time and reimbursement of expenses.Asthma clinical trials will be held at one of two places at North Shore University Hospital at 300 Community Drive in Manhasset or LI Jewish Medical Center at 410 Lakeville Road, Suite 107 in New Hyde Park. The trials are scheduled to begin in the fall.The American Lung Association's mission is the prevention of lung disease and promotion of lung health. The American Lung Association of Nassau-Suffolk accomplishes this mission through research, advocacy and education. They provide services and education for the public to combat asthma, the leading cause of school absenteeism and a major cause for hospitalization among children younger than 15. In addition, the American Lung Association seeks to improve both indoor and outdoor air quality and supports legislation which restricts the marketing and sales of tobacco products to minors.ALA of Nassau-Suffolk programs include: Open Airways for Schools, which is a major initiative to help children with asthma live fuller lives; a smoking cessation program for children and adults; indoor air quality courses for industry, schools and individuals; and Camp Superkids, a camping experience for children with asthma and other respiratory diseases.The ALA of Nassau-Suffolk hosts one of 19 National Asthma Clinical Research Centers through the National American Lung Association's network of centers. This center provides clinical trials to improve the quality of life for those who suffer from asthma. For more information, call 631-231-5864 or visit http://www.lungusa.org/nassausuffolk.
Free 'Irregular Heartbeat' lecture
An estimated two million Americans live with an irregular heartbeat. Although some abnormal heart rhythms are harmless, others may be more serious and require medical intervention. To learn the latest information about the diagnosis and treatment of abnormal heart rhythms, community residents are invited to attend Winthrop-University Hospital's Women's Health Forum's free lecture, "Irregular Heartbeat...Get Back the Rhythm" on Wednesday, July 24. The program will begin with registration at 6:30 p.m., followed by the lecture at 7, at Winthrop's Community Outreach Center, 101 Mineola Boulevard in Mineola, at the corner of Second Street. Parking and the entrance are available in the rear of the building.Bussiema Ibrahim, MD, attending cardiac electrophysiologist at Winthrop, will discuss the latest advances in treatment for abnormal heart rhythms, including implantable device therapies, ablations and medications. The discussion will include an explanation of the various types of arrhythmias, as well as their causes and symptoms. A question and answer period will follow the lecture.The Women's Health Forum is a community health education program coordinated by Women's Health Services, part of the Institute for Family Care. Admission is free, but seating is limited. Pre-registration is required. For information or to reserve your space, call 1-888-53-WOMEN.
Lecture on 'silent killer'
High blood pressure (hypertension) usually has no symptoms; yet left untreated, life-threatening complications may develop, increasing the risk for stroke, heart attack and kidney or heart failure. This is why it is often called "The Silent Killer." As part of its commitment to maintain the health of the community, Winthrop-University Hospital's Perspectives in Health series will present a free program, "Hypertension: Protect Yourself Against the Silent Killer" on Tuesday, July 16. The program will begin with blood pressure checks and registration at 6:30 p.m., followed by the lecture at 7, at the Winthrop Community Outreach Center, 101 Mineola Boulevard in Mineola, at the corner of Second Street. Parking is available in the rear of the building.Edward Kowalski, MD, medical director of Outpatient Dialysis Services at Winthrop, will discuss risk factors for hypertension and the most recent treatment guidelines. The discussion will include a review of new diagnostic techniques and medications, and will be followed by a question and answer period.Perspectives in Health is a community health education program coordinated by the Nurse Specialist Group at Winthrop, part of the Institute for Family Care. Admission is free, but seating is limited. Pre-registration is required. To reserve your space, call (516) 663-8300.
Baby care classes
Franklin Hospital Medical Center in Valley Stream now offers an extensive line-up of childbirth education classes and baby care programs.The programs are perfect for expectant parents, grandparents and other care givers that need to know about the immediate care needs of the newborn infant. The Childbirth Education classes will be helpful to every expectant mother and their significant others to prepare for delivery and care of their newborn. Topics covered include "Relaxation and Breathing Techniques," "Stages of Labor and the Coach's Role" as well as Cesarean Sections and a personal tour of the hospital's modern Maternity Department. Call Franklin at 256-6001 for class dates - which are offered in the afternoon and evenings - and to register.
