You are invited to join us for these programs designed to provide insight and information about topics relevant to our community.
Details and registration available at wkhs.com, ‘Classes & Events,’ or by calling (318) 212-8225.
COMMUNITY EDUCATION
Super Smart Sitters Girls and boys ages 11 and older will learn the basics of babysitting, including first aid, dos and don’ts, safety and CPR. Friday, July 15 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. WK Innovation Center, 2105 Airline Drive (Use the entrance on Shed Road) $40 (Includes breakfast, lunch and materials.)
Diabetes Prevention: You’ve Got Questions, We’ve Got Answers Are you at risk for type 2 diabetes? What is pre-diabetes? What can you do to prevent diabetes? Join us for an informational session led by our diabetes experts to help you take control of your health to prevent type 2 diabetes. $30, registration required Wednesdays, July 13 and 27, 1:30 p.m. WK Pierremont Medical Arts Building, 1811 East Bert Kouns, Suite 420
Monday, July 18, 4 p.m. WK Bossier Wellness Center, 2450 Hospital Drive
Shaking the Sodium from Your Diet and Living with CHF An informative seminar that addresses the needs of those with chronic heart failure. WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Those who are experiencing heart failure, or signs and symptoms of chronic cardiopulmonary disease. Tuesday, July 5, 2 p.m. Willis-Knighton Health & Fitness Center, 2474 Greenwood Road Thursday, July 14, 10 a.m. WK Bossier Health Center, 2400 Hospital Drive, Conference Room B
Tuesday, July 19, 1:30 p.m. WK Pierremont Health Center, 8001 Youree Drive, Room 203 All sessions are free. Please register in advance.
TOBACCO TREATMENT
WK Tobacco Treatment Clinic Seminar Instructor: Jarrod Mitchell, RCEP, CTTS, cardiac rehabilitation coordinator A tobacco cessation program designed to help individuals stop tobacco use and dependence. $30. Registration required
Mondays, 10:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. WK Bossier Wellness Center, 2450 Hospital Drive Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. WK Health & Fitness Center, 2474 Greenwood Road Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. Willis-Knighton South & the Center for Women’s Health 2510 Bert Kouns Industrial Loop, Center for Women’s Health library Thursdays, 11:30 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Girls Just Want to Have Fun!
Thursday, July 14, 6 to 7:30 p.m. WK Pierremont Health Center Auditorium, 8001 Youree Drive
Everyone needs a girls’ night out; so join us for an evening of creative fun, good food and friendship. Leave the kids and worries at home as you learn the art of silk painting from local artist Mary O’Neal or flower arranging from Lori Burks of Summerlin Florist. At the end of the night, you will have something created uniquely by you! Refreshments will be served. $20 Registration is required.
JOINT REPLACEMENT CAMP 
Designed for those who are considering or who have scheduled total hip or total knee replacement surgery. The Willis-Knighton Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Institute offers participants insight into the joint replacement process, from pre-admission planning to surgery, follow-up and rehabilitation. Reservations required.
Tuesday, July 19, 9 a.m. WK Pierremont Health Center, Conference Room 203 For nearest access, use Medical Office Building main entrance. Tuesday, Aug. 2, 9 a.m. WK Bossier Health Center, Conference Room B For nearest access, use the entrance by the Emergency Room.
SUPPORT GROUPS AT WILLIS-KNIGHTON
Support groups at Willis-Knighton are provided at no cost to the participants. Reservations are required.
CANCER Willis-Knighton Cancer Center, 2600 Kings Highway Lunch provided for all noon meetings. General Cancer Support Group Tuesdays, Noon, 4th Floor Conference Room This support group is designed to help patients and their loved ones discuss the emotional challenges and other concerns often faced by patients with cancer.
WK Pierremont Health Center, 8001 Youree Drive, Room 203
