Support Groups  |  Screenings  | Health Programs  |  Events 

Unless otherwise noted, all programs are FREE, and open to the public.
 
AH — Albemarle Hospital
RMC — Regional Medical Center
OBX—These programs take place on the Outer Banks
 

Support Groups

Unless otherwise noted, all groups meet in the AH Education Center.

Alcoholics Anonymous
Every Saturday, 7:00 p.m.
Information: 336-2711

Adult Grief Support Group
Albemarle Hospital Chapel
Tuesdays, July 1, August 5, and September 2  • 6:30 p.m.
Information: 338-4342
 
Cardiovascular Support Group
Thursdays, September 18 • 7:00 p.m.
Information: 384-4450
 
Compassionate Friends
Support for families who have lost children to disease or accident.
Tuesdays, July 8, August 12, and September 9 • 7:00 p.m.
Information: 331-1142
 
D.E.A.L. with Diabetes
Monday, September 22 • 6:30 p.m.
Information: 384-4139
 
Multiple Sclerosis
Self-Help Group
Mondays, July 21, August 18, and September 15 • 2:30 p.m.
Information: 335-9158
 
Sugar Babies Support Group
Call for dates and times: 338-4370
 
Free Health Screenings

FREE Prostate Cancer Screening                                  
For men 40 and older, who are not currently being treated for prostate disease. Includes a digital rectal exam (DRE) and prostate-specific antigen (PSA) blood test. Provided by Joseph Alvarez, M.D., of Coastal Urology.
Tuesday, September 23, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Albemarle Health’s Regional Oncology Center, on the campus of Albemarle Hospital
Appointments required: 384-4455
 
FREE Stroke Screenings
for the Medically Underserved
Thanks to a grant from the Kate B. Reynolds Charitable Trust, Albemarle Hospital, in association with the North Carolina Stroke Association, has the opportunity to deliver FREE stroke education and screening opportunities to the uninsured and underserved in Camden, Chowan, Gates, Pasquotank, and Perquimans counties.
If you are interested in scheduling a program for your organization, please call our Stroke Coordinator, at 384-4633.
 
Health Programs
 
Lunch and Learn Programs
FREE lunch provided during these informative presentations.

Minimally Invasive Surgery
With Daniel Reichenbach, M.D., of Carolina Surgical Care.
Thursday, August 14 • Noon • AH Education Center
Registration required: 384-4455

Dinner with a Doc Programs
FREE dinner provided during these informative presentations.

Treatment Options for Pain Management
With Jessica Fuller-Hines, M.D., and Jessica Gorr, D.O., of Comprehensive Rehabilitation & Pain Specialists.
Thursday, July 24 • 6:00 p.m. • AH Education Center
Registration required: 384-4455
                                                     
Events
 
American Red Cross Blood Drive
Fridays, August 1 and September 26 • 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. 
AH Education Center • Information: 384-4624

Baby Care Basics
From changing diapers and giving baths to comforting colic and knowing when to call the doctor, join us to learn how to care for your upcoming new arrival. All programs take place in the
AH Education Center. Registration required: 384-4390
Wednesdays, July 23 or August 27 • 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Thursday, September 25 • 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Breastfeeding Education and Support
All programs take place in the AH Education Center.
Registration required by calling the Warmline: 384-4745

Prenatal Breastfeeding Class
You and your partner are invited to come learn the basics, and benefits, of breastfeeding your baby.
Mondays, July 7, August 11 or September 15 • 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Saturdays, July 12 or September 6 • 10:00 a.m. - Noon

Mother/Baby Mornings
Share your experiences and insights as you enjoy the support of other breastfeeding moms.
Every Tuesday • 10:00 a.m. - Noon

Childbirth Preparation

For Patients of Coastal Women’s Clinic
Call for dates and times: 338-2151

For Patients of Northeastern OB/GYN
With Ashley Davis, CNM, and Jessica Williams, LPN.
Five consecutive Wednesdays, beginning August 6
6:30 - 9:00 p.m. • AH Education Center
Registration required: 338-0101

For Patients of Women First OB/GYN
With Donna Rackley, CNM.
Four consecutive Thursdays, beginning August 7 or Tuesdays, beginning September 9 • 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
AH Education Center
Registration required: 338-9080

Green Tea Parties
Monthly programs designed to provide information about proactive choices women in midlife can make to improve their health and wellness. Light lunch, including green tea, provided.
All programs take place in the AH Education Center.
Registration required: 384-4193

Eye Disorders
Wednesday, July 9 • Noon

Organ Donation
Monday, August 11 • Noon

Immunizations for Adults
Wednesday, September 10 • Noon

Heartsaver Infant/Child CPR
With Amy McGinnis, RN. Learn vital skills to handle an emergency, including: recognizing an infant or child in distress; what to do in case of choking; and performing CPR on an infant or child who is not breathing or is without a heartbeat.
Fridays, July 25 or September 19 • 7:00 p.m. • AH Education Center $25 • Registration required: 384-4455

Stop and see us at …
Visit our booth for free health information and more.National Night Out — Elizabeth City
Tuesday, August 5 • 4:00 - 10: 00 p.m. • Waterfront Park
Indian Summer Festival — Hertford
Saturday, September 6 • 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.