Senior Center and St. John Offer Health & Wellness Lectures

The Marvin Blank Senior Center and St. John Providence Health System's CareLink present a series of health and wellness lectures for those "55 or better."

Upcoming lectures:

Feb. 21
"ER vs. Urgent Care vs. Doctor's Office"
You'll find out out when it comes to injury or sickness whether you should go to your doctor, visit urgent care, or head straight to the emergency room. Plus you'll discover some handy tips for avoiding common accidents.
Presented by Victor Abuel, MD, Emergency Medicine Physician and Medical Director, Emergency Department, St. John Medical Center – Macomb Township

March 20
"Label Reading & Healthy Food Selection"
Labels can be overwhelming, but with a little help they're not so hard to read. You'll learn to pick healthier options for your home and find out how to figure out just how nutritious a product is.
Presented by Suzanne Povinelli, Faith Community Coordinator, Community Health, St. John Providence Health System

April 17
"Back & Leg Pain"
Lower back pain is common, and those who suffer from it may experience numbness and pain down the legs. Learn causes and treatment options for fixing "wear and tear" and fractures due to osteoporosis.
Presented by Devon A. Hoover, MD, Neurosurgeon on staff at St. John Hospital and Medical Center

Pre-registration is recommended ensuring availability of adequate refreshments and handouts. To pre-register, call 586-992-2900.