Health and Wellness Events in Somerset County

Tue

Chair Yoga for Seniors @ Congregational Church of Bound Brook

Jan 8 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am

10:30 am

At this series of 8 classes beginning on Tuesday, January 8, you will practice this ancient fitness routine that builds flexibility and strength, and relieves pain associated with arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, migraines, back and neck … Continue reading →

HealthHike Walking Program: The Anti-Inflammatory Diet….Practical Nutrition Tips for Healthy Living @ AMC Theatres at Bridgewater Commons

Jan 9 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

10:00 am

Your genes are not your destiny! Learn the foods that will lower your risks for developing heart disease, cancer and other chronic diseases. Mindful eating strategies for home and restaurants will also be discussed. Light … Continue reading →

Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group @ Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group

Jan 9 @ 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm

7:30 pm

Thu

Better Breather’s Club @ Steeple Chase Cancer Center, 1st Floor Conference Room

Jan 10 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am

10:30 am

These group meetings promote the management of COPD and other chronic lung disease (i.e. asthma, pulmonary fibrosis or lung cancer). They offer a sense of belonging and hope with the aim of improving quality of life. … Continue reading →

Tue

Weight-Loss Surgery Seminar @ Steeple Chase Cancer Center, 1st Floor Conference Room

Jan 15 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

6:30 pm

Join bariatric surgeons at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset to learn about your weight loss surgery options, including detailed information about gastric banding, gastric sleeve, and gastric bypass. To register call 1-888-9584 Glenn Forrester, … Continue reading →

Sat

Blast!: Babysitter Lessons and Safety training @ Fuld Auditorium Somerset Medical Center

Jan 19 @ 8:00 am – 4:30 pm

8:00 am

This course provides teenagers ages 11+ with everything they need to know to care for younger children, including sitter tips for working with parents and kids, safety, caregiving and first aid. Each student receives a … Continue reading →

National Child Health Day: Keeping Mom and Baby Healthy @ Bridgewater Commons Mall Center Court

Jan 23 @ 10:00 am – 7:00 pm

10:00 am

Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset recognizes the importance of early childhood prevention in promoting health and well-being. At this table exhibit, learn recommended strategies to keep mom and baby healthy. Mothers may obtain free … Continue reading →

Fri

When Is It Mandatory To Report A Sexual Assault In New Jersey? @ Somerset County Human Services Building

Jan 25 @ 9:00 am – 11:30 am

9:00 am

The support of the school counselor can be very helpful to a student victim of sexual assault. Many victims worry about how their family and/or friends will react. It is important to let the student … Continue reading →

Thu

See the Future: Innovations in Glaucoma Care @ Fuld Auditorium, RWJ University Hospital Somerset

Jan 31 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am

10:30 am

Understand the different types of glaucoma, risk factors, strategies to prevent and/or delay progression, symptoms, MIGS and the various treatment options, including selective laser trabeculoplasty. To register call 1-888-637-9584 Josepth Kaspareck, MD, opthalmologist

Fri

Webinar – Women & Coronary Disease: Your Best Interest at Heart @ The Web

Feb 1 @ 12:00 pm – 12:30 pm

12:00 pm

During this webinar discover strategies to reduce risk factors for heart disease, the significance of prevention, the differences in signs and symptoms of a heart attack between men and women, causes of heart disease, diagnosis … Continue reading →

Mon

Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group @ Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group

Feb 4 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

1:00 pm

HealthHike Walking Program: Have a Big Heart? Enlarge your Understanding of Cardiomyopathy @ AMC Theatres at Bridgewater Commons

Feb 6 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

10:00 am

Understand cardiomyopathy, the different types (i.e. dilated, hypertropic, peripartum and restrictive), modifiable and unmodifiable risk factors, signs and symptoms, diagnostic tools, the latest treatments and prevention strategies. A light breakfast will be served. To register … Continue reading →

Thu

Stroke Support Group @ 4 West Conference Room

Feb 7 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

2:00 pm

No pre-registration is required.

Fri