Health & Wellness topics

Birth Control Methods by Kathy Dooley – This program takes a look at birth control … it’s history, current methods and how they work, and a pregnancy prevention program that includes abstinence. Statistics on teen pregnancy are shared and the cost and availability of prevention methods are discussed.

Breast Cancer Awareness by Tina Coleman – Tina will share a video and talk about breast cancer and how to do self-breast examinations.

Chakras – Energy for Today by Laura Browne – Learn about the body’s energy centers (Chakras): where they’re located, how to use them to maintain physical, mental, emotional and spiritual balance.

Design for Life by Karen Antle – In many ways, Americans are careful about preparing for the second half of their lives, particularly in terms of financial planning. Unfortunately, for many there's no awareness when it comes to evaluating your home's ability to support your needs and lifestyle as you age. Most people don't think about or discuss home accessibility until a crisis occurs and it becomes obvious that they're living in a place that no longer meets their needs or abilities. Discussion includes how home accessibility impacts the community, how everyone can prepare for changing needs, easy and low-cost solutions to improve your home, and resources available. This program is co-sponsored by AARP and Rebuilding Together.

Exercise To Live! by Dr. Michael F. Miriovsky – Learn about the benefits of exercise and exercise-related topics. Other health-related topics can be addressed depending on the interests of your group.

Health & Wellness Topics by Marylou Beckman, RN – Marylou will be happy to discuss various health and wellness topics (including cholesterol, diabetes, stroke prevention, and others) depending on the interests of your group.

Hepatitis by Tina Coleman – Are you at risk? Tina will present a videotape and discuss the various types of hepatitis and specific at-risk groups.

Nurturing Healthy Sexual Development by Dawna Heil – This presentation educates participants on the sexual development of children and how to respond to children's sexual behavior and questions in ways that promote healthy development. The presentation is available in Marshall and Tama Counties.

Operation Lifesaver by Bill Backoff – Currently employed as a switchman by the Union Pacific Railroad, Bill has been a railroad employee for more than 33 years and is a volunteer presenter for Operation Lifesaver. Operation Lifesaver is a national, non-profit education and awareness program dedicated to ending collisions, injuries and fatalities at highway-rail grade crossings and on railroad rights of way. His presentation can be tailored to any age group and any number of participants.

Psychological Disorders by Dr. Robert L. Moore – Dr. Moore will help your group take a sensitive look at the people around us; you’ll come away with a new appreciation of topics such as anxiety disorders, mood disorders, childhood disorders, personality disorders, psychotic disorders, and other psychological issues. You may wish to examine specific disorders such as Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder or Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), and he can discuss those as well as other special topics in abnormal psychology. He’ll work with you to choose topics suitable to your group.

Reiki by Laura Browne – Reiki is an ancient Japanese healing technique for stress reduction/relaxation. It promotes healing via light hand placement to channel healing energies; it creates a sensation that is deeply relaxing, but satisfying.

Sexually Transmitted Diseases/HIV/AIDS by Kathy Dooley – This program takes a comprehensive look at STDs/HIV, what they are, the risks, and treatments. Prevention and protection are key elements of Kathy’s presentation.

Special Health Topics by Tina Coleman – Representing MMSC’s Public Health Department, Tina is happy to discuss a variety of important topics, including lead paint poisoning, communicable diseases, building healthy families, tuberculosis, child and adult immunizations, hantavirus, rabies, lice, wound care, intravenous therapy, chronic disease management, community health resources, Marshall County’s comprehensive needs assessment, other health problems, or how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Also, physical therapy, nursing, home health aide, occupational therapy, speech therapy, medical social work, and nutritional counseling. She will tailor a presentation to your specific needs and/or interests.

Well You: Wellness the Ellsworth Way by Troy Muilenburg – Learn all about the Ellsworth Community College Wellness Center and everything it has to offer. Troy will discuss the benefits of good regular exercise habits and weight-lifting and explain how community residents can utilize ECC’s new Wellness Center.

Wheel of Life – Your Journey by Dr. Laura Browne – Let Laura help you look at your life holistically – the physical, mental, spiritual and emotional “spokes” in your wheel. In a short presentation, she’ll only do a “snapshot” of a particular point in time, but you’ll begin to ask, “What shape is my wheel? Where are my stresses? Where is the balancing point?” Learning to ask these questions is half the challenge!

Y Fitness = Your Fitness by Angie Paxson – Angie, head of the Fitness Department at the Community Y, is prepared to talk about the importance of lifetime fitness for adults and teens, and demonstrate fitness activities available at the Community Y.