HEALTHY COMMUNITY is published as a community
service for the friends and patrons of DCH HEALTH
SYSTEM, 809 University Blvd. E., Tuscaloosa, AL 35401.
DCH Regional Medical Center, 205-759-7111
Fayette Medical Center, 205-932-5966
Northport Medical Center, 205-333-4500
Pickens County Medical Center, 205-367-8111
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Caring. For life.
HEALTH AND FITNESS PROGRAMS
HealthPlex at the Pickens County Medical
Center in Carrollton is a community-based
wellness and fitness center complete with
equipment and programs to meet the needs
of many different people. Call
205-367-8111
.
ONGOING PROGRAMS
DCH Regional Medical Center
Childbirth Education Classes
For information, call the Department
of Organizational Development and
Education at
205-759-7745
.
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Beginning Breastfeeding
For expectant mothers who are interested
in learning about breastfeeding.
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Caring for Your Infant
Focuses on the first days after bringing
your newborn home.
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Early Pregnancy
Answers commonly asked questions and
offers expectant parents information
about having a healthy baby.
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Grandparents class
This class covers helpful hints for first-
time grandparents.
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Helping Siblings Adjust
This one-hour class acquaints big brothers
and sisters with their new roles.
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Preparing for Childbirth
For expectant mothers and fathers.
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Refresher to Childbirth
A review for expectant parents who have
already experienced childbirth.
DCH Diabetes Center
An education and resource facility for
people with diabetes, prediabetes and
gestational diabetes. Nurses and dieti-
tians teach classes Monday through Friday
at convenient times during the day and
early evening. Call
205-750-5260
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Look Good…Feel Better
Fourth Mondays, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Lewis and Faye Manderson Cancer
Center Wellness Room
This program helps women undergoing
cancer treatment deal with the physical
side effects of treatment.
Free
.
Prostate Cancer Support Group
Second Wednesdays, January, March, May,
July, September, November, noon to 1 p.m.
Lewis and Faye Manderson Cancer
Center Wellness Room
Open to prostate cancer patients and their
families. Lunch will be served. Reserva-
tions are required.
Free
.
Reach to Recovery
Volunteer breast cancer survivors who
visit women recently diagnosed with
breast cancer. Call
205-342-2008
to
schedule a visit.
Smile A While
Support group for children and teenagers
who have a loved one undergoing cancer
treatment. By appointment only. Call
205-759-6253
.
Staying Strong—Nutrition
Can Make a Difference
Monthly, 10 a.m. to noon
Nutrition information table, Lewis and
Faye Manderson Cancer Center, first-floor
waiting area
Open to patients, family, caregivers and
community members.
STRETCH
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9 a.m.
The University of Alabama Student
Recreation Center
STRETCH is an exercise class for women
who have or have had breast cancer.
Sponsored by the Manderson Cancer
Center and The University of Alabama
Student Recreation Center.
Free
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BETTER HEALTH
DCH Golden Years Program
Fourth Mondays
Open to people 50 and older. Call
205-759-7931
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DCH Open-Heart Surgery Club
First Tuesdays
Willard Auditorium, DCH Regional Medical
Center
Call
205-759-7660
.
Genesis
Third Thursdays, 6 p.m.
Willard Auditorium, DCH Regional Medical
Center
Genesis is a support group for people who
are planning to have or have had gastric
bypass or Lap-Band surgery.
Free
.
Call
205-752-2501
.
LEWIS AND FAYE MANDERSON
CANCER CENTER PROGRAMS
To learn about classes or to register, call
205-759-7877
.
Cancer Wellness
Fourth Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Lewis and Faye Manderson Cancer
Center Wellness Room
Reservations required.
Heart: Healing With the Arts
Wednesdays, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Lewis and Faye Manderson Cancer
Center Art Room
Patients, family and caregivers welcome!
IMPACT
Third Thursdays, 11 a.m.
Parker Fireside Room, Tuscaloosa United
Methodist Church
Support group for women who have been
diagnosed with breast cancer.
Free
.
Diabetes Support Group
Third Monday of each month, 6 p.m.
Call
205-750-5260
.
Marvelous Multiples
This class is for expectant parents of
twins or more. Call
205-333-4296
.
Northport Medical Center
Childbirth Education Classes
Classes are taught by registered nurses.
You should sign up for classes when
you’re 20 weeks pregnant. To learn more
or to register, call
205-333-4296
.
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All About Infant Care
Teaches first-time parents how to prepare
for the arrival of their newborn. You will
also learn what to expect after delivery
and when you get home.
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Beyond Your First Baby
Learn about aspects of childbirth that might
have changed since your most recent birth.
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Big Brother/Big Sister Class
For children 3 to 8 years old. The class dis-
cusses what life will be like with a new baby.
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Breastfeeding Class
For expectant mothers planning to breast-
feed.
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Breathing and Relaxation
For couples at least 34 weeks pregnant
who want to learn natural labor and birth
techniques.
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Comprehensive Childbirth Class
First-time parents learn about labor,
delivery and postpartum care.
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Healthy Pregnancy
This class, specifically helpful for first-
time parents, is taken during the second
trimester, at 22 to 28 weeks, to go over
what’s normal and what can happen dur-
ing the third trimester.
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Infant/Child CPR and Safety
Learn how to perform CPR, rescue a chok-
ing infant or child, and prevent childhood
injuries.
Fayette Medical Center
CPR and First Aid Classes
These classes are offered to community
groups on request. Call
205-932-1279
or
205-932-1179
.
Pickens County Medical Center
Pickens County
Cancer Support Group
Second Tuesdays, 6 p.m.
PCMC cafeteria
Open to cancer survivors and their fami-
lies.
Free.
Call the American Cancer Soci-
ety at
205-758-0700
.
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YOUR
FAMILY’S
HEALTH
Our focus at DCH Health System is on your family’s
health. Check out the many opportunities to
improve and preserve your health and the health
of those you love. DCH. Caring. For life.
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