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Health Education Classes

Cost: Many classes are free to patients, UC Irvine employees and volunteers. $20.00 / non-UC Irvine patients. There are charges for American Heart Association CPR Classes and Meditation programs. For more information on the CPR classes, contact Liz Cotrell 714.456.7291.

Certain programs are also available in Spanish. Please check individual class for language information.

All classes are located at UC Irvine medical center above the Grunigen medical library in the 2nd floor classrooms, unless otherwise indicated. Signs will direct you to the classroom.

Registration is required. Call Toll Free for Registration or Information 1.877.UCI.DOCS(877.824.3627).

Parking information for all classes at the UC Irvine medical center. Please park in the Visitor Parking structure located on Dawn Way. Please bring your parking ticket and we will validate it at the Health Class.

Parenting Series for Children with ADHD/ADD

Click here for course description and more information.

Asthma and Adults (1 class)

Learn how to control asthma and not have asthma control you! This class includes an overview of what is asthma, what are asthma triggers and how to identify them, best treatment options, prevention of episodes, psychosocial considerations and available resources. A free peak flow meter will be given to each registered person.

Location: UC Irvine medical center above the Grunigen medical library in the 2nd floor classrooms.
Cost: Free to UC Irvine Healthcare patients, staff, volunteers and you families / $20 community members
Time/Dates: Classes will be held from 5 - 7 p.m.
Friday, Jun 8

Asthma (COPD) Tip!

Asthma and COPD are treated with medicines to help you feel and breathe better:
1) Quick-relief medicines will stop asthma/COPD symptoms (an attack)
2) Long-term control medicines will prevent symptoms (an attack)

When you control your asthma or COPD, you will have more energy to do the things you love.
Our asthma class will teach you how to identify your triggers and take your inhaler medicine properly.

Attention and Behavior Problems (10 Sessions) (Spanish)

Support and education for parents of children ages 3-5 with attention and behavior problems offered through a joint project of UC

Information: 1.949.824.2462 or www.cuidar.net.

Breastfeeding (1 class)

For expectant mothers and their birth partners in the last trimester of pregnancy. Discussion includes process of milk production, how to breast feed, avoiding potential problems and returning to work. Maximum registration is 15/class. (Each person is expected to bring a support person).

Location: UC Irvine medical center above the Grunigen medical library in the 2nd floor classrooms.
Cost: Free to UC Irvine Healthcare patients, staff, volunteers and you families / $20 community members
Time/Dates: Classes will be held from 6 - 8:30 p.m.
Thursday, Feb 9, Mar 8, Apr 12, May 10, Jun 14

Amamantamiento (1 class)(Breastfeeding)

Location: These classes in Spanish to be held at UC Irvine Family Health Center, Santa Ana Map
Cost: Free to UC Irvine Healthcare patients, staff, volunteers and you families / $20 community members
Time/Dates: Classes will be held from 9 - 11:15 a.m.
Tuesday, Feb 14, Mar 13, Apr 17, May 22, Jun 19

Diabetic Diet (1 class)

This class reviews nutrition as one of the most important parts of diabetes management. Topics include food choices, portions and how they effect diabetes, eating the foods you enjoy at home or away. Learning how to follow diabetic guidelines to keep your blood sugar levels at the healthiest range for you. Available snack samples and resources will be given.

Location:
UC Irvine medical center above the Grunigen medical library on the 2nd floor classrooms.
Cost: Free to UC Irvine Healthcare patients, staff, volunteers and you families / $20 community members
Time/Dates: Classes will be held from 4 - 6:00 p.m.
Monday, Apr 2, Jun 4

Diabetes Overview (1 class)

This class reviews the basic skills and information needed to manage your diabetes. Topics include defining diabetes, methods to control blood sugar levels through diet, exercise, medication and lifestyle changes in order to prevent long-term complications. A FREE glucometer will be given to each registered person.

Location: UC Irvine medical center above the Grunigen medical library on the 2nd floor classrooms..
Cost: Free to UC Irvine Healthcare patients, staff, volunteers and you families / $20 community members
Time/Dates: Classes will be held from 4 - 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday, Apr 11, May 9

Manejo general de la diabetes (1 class) (Diabetes Overview)

Location: These classes in Spanish to be held at UC Irvine Family Health Center, Anaheim Map
Cost: Free to UC Irvine Healthcare patients, staff, volunteers and you families / $20 community members
Time/Dates: Classes in Spanish will be held from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. the 1st Wednesday of each month.
Wednesday, Mar 7, Apr 4, May 2, Jun 6

Manejo general de la diabetes (1 class) (Diabetes Overview)

Location: These classes in Spanish to be held at UC Irvine medical center above the Grunigen medical library on the 2nd floor classrooms
Cost: Free to UC Irvine Healthcare patients, staff, volunteers and you families / $20 community members
Time/Dates: Classes in Spanish will be held from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. the 3rd Wednesday of each month.
Wednesday, Feb 15, Mar 21, Apr 18, May 16, Jun 20

Manejo general de la diabetes (1 class) (Diabetes Overview)

Location: These classes in Spanish to be held at UC Irvine Family Health Center, Santa Ana Map
Cost: Free to UC Irvine Healthcare patients, staff, volunteers and you families / $20 community members
Time/Dates: Classes in Spanish will be held from 4 - 6:00 p.m. the 4th Wednesday of each month.
Wednesday, Feb 22, Mar 28, Apr 25, May 23, Jun 27

Diabetes Tip!

Insulin and glucose work together so your cells can make energy from food. To stay healthy and feel good, you can:
Go to at least one health class every year to learn more about diabetes
Follow your diabetic meal plan; and be active
Measure your blood sugar; and be active
Take your medicines; and be active
Brush and floss your teeth; and be active
Check your feet; and be active

The ABC's of Diabetes

A: A1c - blood test every 3 months
B: Blood Pressure - keep it low
C: Cholesterol - keep it low

Diabetes Management Series (3 classes)

The goal of this series is to help you and your family understand what diabetes is and how to manage it to prevent long-term complications. Topics include the disease process, short and long-term complications, diet, meal planning, exercise and medications. We will work with you to teach you how to monitor your blood sugar levels and how to manage your lifestyle changes. A FREE glucometer will be given to each registered person.

Location Updated:
UC Irvine medical center above the Grunigen medical library on the 2nd floor classrooms.
Cost: Free to UC Irvine Healthcare patients, staff, volunteers and you families / $60 community members
Time/Dates: Classes in English will be held from 4 - 6 p.m.
Wedneday, Mar 14, Mar 21, Mar 28
Wednesday, Jun 13, Jun 20, Jun 27

Heart Healthy Diet (1 class)

This class reviews the link between diet and heart disease, including the "good" vs. "bad" fats. Topics include American Heart Association recommended nutrition guidelines for low fat, low cholesterol, and low sodium diets. This class will also review how to eat and enjoy healthy food and cooking methods to maintain heart health.

Location: UC Irvine Medical Center above the Grunigen Medical Library in the 2nd floor classrooms.
Cost: Free to UC Irvine Healthcare patients, staff, volunteers and you families / $20 community members
Time/Dates: Classes in English will be held from 4 - 5:30 p.m.
Monday, Mar 19, May 21

Healthy Heart Tip!

Lowering cholesterol can reduce the risk of heart disease. Try to eat a low fat, low cholesterol, low sodium diet every day and try to exercise at least 3-5 times each week.

Try eating a meatless meal for dinner one night each week. Exercise can also help to lower cholesterol and raise your energy.

Blood Pressure Tip!

High blood pressure is a form of heart disease and a risk factor for other types of heart disease also. You can learn to control your blood pressure and reduce your risks.
Our blood pressure class teaches you about the different ways you can lower blood pressure and stay healthy.

High Blood Pressure (Hypertension) (1 class)

High blood pressure has been called "the silent killer" because you don't always feel sick when you have it. This class explains what high blood pressure is and how to better control your blood pressure through medications, diet, exercise and lifestyle changes. How to lower your numbers will be discussed.

Location: UC Irvine Medical Center above the Grunigen Medical Library in the 2nd floor classrooms.
Cost: Free to UC Irvine Healthcare patients, staff, volunteers and you families / $20 community members
Time/Dates: Classes in English will be held from 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, Feb 14, Apr 10, Jun 12

Living Well With Heart Failure (1 class)

This class explains how to manage your chronic heart failure. Topics include an overview of what failure is and the symptoms you need to be aware of and when to call your doctor. We will teach you about the basic lifestyle changes to manage your condition and increase your energy. Diet, medications, activities and resources are other topics that will also be reviewed.

Location: UC Irvine medical center above the Grunigen Medical Library in the 2nd floor classrooms. Map
Cost: Free to UC Irvine Healthcare patients, staff, volunteers and you families / $20 community members
Time/Dates: Classes in English will be held from 2 - 3:30 p.m.
Monday, Mar 19, May 21

Chronic Heart Failure Tip!

The leading causes of heart failure are coronary artery disease, high blood pressure and diabetes.
Treatment for heart failure includes:
Lifestyle changes - may mean reducing salt and fluid intake and carrying out your plan to lose weight.
Medications - may include diuretics, ACE inhibitors, beta blockers and more.
Take a Health Class to learn more.

Maternity Tea & Tour

Women's Health Services at UC Irvine Medical Center invites you to learn more about its maternity services and tour the UC Irvine Maternity Unit. We combine a caring approach toward pregnancy and childbirth with comprehensive obstetrical services.

Location: UC Irvine medical center Neuropsychiatric Conference Room 101 Map
Cost: FREE to all
No registration required. Call toll free 1.877.UCI.DOCS (877.824.3627) if you have any questions.
Time/Dates: Maternity Tea & Tours held from 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Thursday, Feb 23, Mar 22, Apr 26, May 24, Jun 28

Meditation for Health Series (4 classes)

This class will introduce the art of meditation to participants while discussing the various types and styles of meditation. This program will help participants learn how meditation can help to promote good health and a better quality of life. This is spiritual in direction, not religious, and no special clothing or equipment is required.

Location: UC Irvine Douglas Hospital Conference Room 3005, 101 The City Dr. South
Cost: $40 / person, applies to everyone
Time/Dates: Classes in English will be held from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Monday, Mar 5, Mar 12, Mar 19, Mar 26
Monday, Jun 4, Jun 11, Jun 18, Jun 25

Meditation for Health Special Topic

NEW: Breathing Exercises

Introducing basic, easy to learn breathing techniques you can do at home to relax and reduce stress. This class may increase your awareness of your mind-body connection and can enhance a deeper level of meditation and spirituality.

Location: UC Irvine Douglas Hospital Conference Room 3005, 101 The City Dr. South
Cost: $20 / person, applies to everyone
Time/Dates: Classes in English will be held from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Monday, Apr 16

Meditation Special Topic (1 class)

Body Scan Relaxation

Body Scan is a method of meditation that teaches us to bring awareness to each part of our body in sequence. Body Scan has become popular in health care settings as an affordable alternative care method to help relieve short-term and chronic pain, promote relaxation, and facilitate stress relief using visualization. Experience the technique of Body Scan and learn to continue the practice at home. It is easy to learn through a guided visualization and can improve energy and enthusiasm for life. Suitable for the physically disabled.

Location: UC Irvine Douglas Hospital Conference Room 3005, 101 The City Dr. South
Cost: $20 / person, applies to everyone
Time/Dates: Class in English will be held from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Monday, May 7

Newborn Care

For expectant mothers in the last trimester of pregnancy and their birth partners. Includes infant feeding, dressing, bathing, diapering and symptoms of illness. Class size is limited to 12 couples/class to make sure that everyone has the chance to practice.

Location: UC Irvine medical center above the Grunigen Medical Library in the 2nd floor classrooms.
Cost: Free to UC Irvine Healthcare patients, staff, volunteers and you families / $20 community members
Time/Dates: Classes in English will be held from 6 - 8:30 p.m.
Friday, Mar 2, Apr 20, May 4, Jun 15

Como cuidar al recien nacido (1 clase) (Newborn Care)

Location: These classes in Spanish to be held at UC Irvine Family Health Center, Santa Ana Map
Cost: Free to UC Irvine Healthcare patients, staff, volunteers and you families / $20 community members
Time/Dates: Classes in Spanish will be held from 9 - 11:15 am
Tuesday, Feb 21 Recheduled to: Feb 28, May 29

Nutrition Counseling

Individual nutrition counseling with a registered dietitian. Includes nutrition assessment, personalized meal plan and nutrition education about how your diet effects your health.

Call 1.714.456.7002 to make an appointment.
Cost: Call 1.714.456.7002 to check current nutrition counseling charges, and call your insurance company to check if this type of appointment is covered.

Early Pregnancy (1 class)

For pregnant women and their birth partners in the first 3-4 months of pregnancy, but may be attended later in the pregnancy if necessary. Nutrition, changes during pregnancy, relief of common discomforts, exercise, prenatal care, warning signs and car safety will be reviewed.

Location: UC Irvine Medical Center above the Grunigen Medical Library in the 2nd floor classrooms.
Cost: Free to UC Irvine Healthcare patients, staff, volunteers and you families / $20 community members
Time/Dates: Classes in English will be held from 6 - 8 p.m.
Wednesday, Mar 28, May 23

Pregnancy Tip!

Whether you are pregnant or are planning to get pregnant, you will want to give your baby a healthy start.
See your doctor as scheduled
Eat a healthy, well balanced diet every day
Get regular physical activity before, during and after pregnancy
Take prenatal vitamins and folic acid before and during pregnancy
Take a Health Class to learn more.

Lamaze Prepared Childbirth (5 classes)

Offered in conjunction with Santiago Canyon College Continuing Education. Designed for expectant women and their birth partners, beginning about the 6th month of pregnancy. Topics include labor, birth, back labor, relaxation, Lamaze techniques, surgical delivery, medication and anesthesia.

Class size is limited to 20 spaces per session. Please register early. Classes that have a line through the dates (date) indicates that the class started, check availability.
Registration required.

Location: Classes in English will be held at UC Irvine medical center, building 56, Room 113. Map
Cost: Free to all
Time/Dates: Classes in English will be held from 7 - 9:30 p.m.
Wednesday, Jan 18, Jan 25, Feb 1, Feb 8, Feb 15 Classes started, please call for availability
Thursday, Jan 19, Jan 26, Feb 2, Feb 9, Feb 16 Classes started, please call for availability
Wednesday, Feb 22, Feb 29, Mar 7, Mar 14, Mar 21
Thursday, Feb 23, Mar 1, Mar 8, Mar 15, Mar 22
Wednesday, Apr 18, Apr 25, May 2, May 9, May 16
Thursday, Apr 19, Apr 26, May 3, May 10, May 17

Location:Santiago Canyon College Education Center. 1465 N. Batavia St., Orange, CA
Register through SCC Continuing Education 714.628.5900
Cost: Free to all
Time/Dates: Classes will be held from 7 - 9:30 p.m.
Tuesday, Jan 17, Jan 24, Jan 31, Feb 7, Feb 14 Classes started, please call for availability
Tuesday, Feb 21, Feb 28, Mar 6, Mar 13, Mar 20
Tuesday, Apr 17, Apr 24, May 1, May 8, May 15

Spanish Prepared Childbirth (4 sessions)

Location: Classes in Spanish to be held at UC Irvine Family Health Center, Santa Ana Map
Cost: Free to all
Time/Dates: Classes will be held from 9-11:15 a.m.
Tuesday, Apr 24, May 1, May 8, May 15

Preparing for Surgery - Mind, Body and Spirit (1 class)

Presented by the UC Irvine Healthcare Anesthesiology & Perioperative Care Department.
This class will help you increase you knowledge of anesthesia and surgery. You will learn relaxation techniques to promote wellness. The discussion covers a detailed description of anesthesia, options, alternatives, risks and benefits. You are encouraged to participate and ask any question.

All topics are taught by UC Irvine anesthesia and perioperative doctors and nurses. The second portion of the class is presented by experts with regard to the mind-body connection. You will be lead as a group in a guided imagery session that will prepare you for a successful surgery. You can practice at home before and after surgery.

Location: UC Irvine Douglas Hospital, 3rd Floor, Room 3001
101 The City Drive, Orange CA 92868
Cost: FREE to all.
Time/Dates: 1st and 3rd Monday of each month (Except Holidays) from 3 – 4:30 p.m.
Information: 714.456.8434
Mar 5, Mar 19, Apr 9, Apr 23, May 17, May 21, Jun 4, Jun 18
Parking information: Free parking with validation. Park in medical center structure off Dawn Way.

Stop Smoking Tip!

It's never too late to quit! You learned to smoke. You can learn to be smoke-free again. Improve your health and your cash flow by quitting today.
Call the California Smoker's Help line toll-free 1.800.NO.BUTTS [or 800.662.8887) for FREE phone counseling and FREE workbooks mailed to your home.
Drink water. Deep breathe. Count to 10 (or 100). Distract yourself. Take a walk. Do anything else!

*NEW*Prevent Stroke (1 class)

Learn what stroke is, what your risk factors are for stroke and how to reduce them.

Location: UC Irvine medical center above the Grunigen Medical Library in the 2nd floor classrooms.
Cost: Free to UC Irvine Healthcare patients, staff, volunteers and you families / $20 community members
Time/Dates: Classes in English will be held from 4 - 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday, Feb 14, Apr 10, Jun 12

*NEW*Siblings (1 class)

Learn how to be a great big brother or big sister to your new sibling! For preschool through elementary school-aged kids.

Location: UC Irvine medical center above the Grunigen Medical Library in the 2nd floor classrooms.
Cost: Free to UC Irvine Healthcare patients, staff, volunteers and you families / $20 community members
Time/Dates: Classes in English will be held from 4 - 5:00 p.m.
Thursday, Feb 16, May 10

Weight Management - Intuitive Eating (4 classes)

Intuitive eating will teach you how to create a healthy relationship with your food, mind and body - where you ultimately become the expert of your own body.

Location: UC Irvine medical center above the Grunigen Medical Library in the 2nd floor classrooms.
Cost: Free to UC Irvine Healthcare patients, staff, volunteers and you families / $80 community members
Time/Dates: Classes in English will be held from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Thursday, Mar 1, Mar 8, Mar 15, Mar 22

Free Toddler Parenting Class (8 week-Series)

Facilitated by UC Irvine Healthcare and CHOC developmental and behavioral specialists, Children and Families Commission of Orange County is offering a free eight-week parenting course for individuals with children ages 1 to 3. During the eight-week course, parents will have opportunities to network and learn toddler development skills and techniques.

For more information or to enroll, call Laura Ramierez at 714.204.3221 .

 

 

 

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