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Women's Health Source Classes
All programs offered by the Women’s Health Source take place at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, 10th and Chestnut Streets,
Suite 1990, Gibbon Building in Center City Philadelphia. Programs run from noon to 1pm unless noted. To register for a program,
please call 1-800-JEFF-NOW or
register online. Women’s Health Source programs are offered at no cost to participants.
Light food and refreshments will be available at each program.
The Genetics of Breast Cancer: Assessing Personal Risk
Up to 10 percent of breast cancers are caused by an inherited genetic predisposition. Identify risk factors that can increase
your likelihood to develop hereditary breast cancer and discuss what is involved in a genetic risk assessment.
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Tuesday, October 12, 2004 |
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Noon to 1 p.m. |
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Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Gibbon Building, 10th and Chestnut Streets, Suite 1990, Philadelphia |
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Speakers: |
Megan Harlan, MS
Division of Genetic and Preventive Medicine
Thomas Jefferson University
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Register online or call 1-800-JEFF-NOW
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Free Screenings for Women
Stroke Screening: Tuesday, October 19, 10 am – 2 pm
Supported by the Acute Stroke Center, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
All screenings will be held at WHS, Suite 1990 Gibbon,by appointment only. Call 1- 800-JEFF-NOW to register.
Breast Health IQ: Keeping Your Breasts Healthy
Test your knowledge about normal and abnormal breast changes. Learn the proper way to perform a breast self-exam and what
to expect from a clinical breast exam. Determine your individual breast cancer risk and review recommendations for screening
and preventative measures.
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Thursday, October 21, 2004 |
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Noon to 1 p.m. |
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Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Gibbon Building, 10th and Chestnut Streets, Suite 1990, Philadelphia |
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Speakers: |
Rosanne Iacono, RN.C, MSN, CRNP
Division of Genetic and Preventive Medicine
Thomas Jefferson University
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Register online or call 1-800-JEFF-NOW
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Evaluation and Management of Hearing Loss
Difficulty hearing affects the lives of many people. Identify the most common causes of hearing loss and discuss effective
treatment alternatives to improve your hearing.
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Wednesday, December 1, 2004 |
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Noon to 1 p.m. |
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Location: |
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Gibbon Building, 10th and Chestnut Streets, Suite 1990, Philadelphia |
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Speakers: |
Thomas Wilcox, MD
Department of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
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Register: |
Register online or call 1-800-JEFF-NOW
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Depression, Anxiety and Headache
Headaches are common in about 10 percent of the population and are often accompanied by anxiety and depression. Discuss effective
treatments to manage your headaches and make the holiday season as enjoyable as possible.
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Date: |
Thursday, December 2, 2004 |
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Noon to 1 p.m. |
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Location: |
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Gibbon Building, 10th and Chestnut Streets, Suite 1990, Philadelphia |
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Speakers: |
Noah Rosen, MD
Jefferson Headache Center
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
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Register: |
Register online or call 1-800-JEFF-NOW
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Break The Tobacco Habit
Get a head start on your New Year’s resolution to stop smoking now! Get some tips on how to quit and discuss specific treatments
available to help you end your unhealthy relationship with tobacco.
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Tuesday, December 7, 2004 |
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Noon to 1 p.m. |
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Location: |
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Gibbon Building, 10th and Chestnut Streets, Suite 1990, Philadelphia |
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Speakers: |
Frank T. Leone, MD
Director, Center for Tobacco Research and Treatment
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
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Register online or call 1-800-JEFF-NOW
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For more information or to register for a class or program, please call 1-800-JEFF-NOW or use our online registration form.
