Health programs
Through Canonsburg General Hospital’s Speaker Series, physicians and other health-care professionals can present free programs on a variety of health-related topics. For a copy of the Speaker Series brochure, call 724-873-5835.
Community health programs offered at the hospital can be found at www.wpahs.org.
Physician referral access line is 412-DOCTORS (362-8677) and is available between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Medivan service, operated by Canonsburg Ambulance, is available to residents who need transportation to Canonsburg General Hospital for testing or surgery. The service cannot accommodate patients in wheelchairs. Rides must be scheduled at least one day in advance. To schedule, call 724-745-6911.
Ask the Doctor shows are available online by accessing www.geocities.com/ptct7/Ask_The_Doctor.html.
Health-care professionals from the hospital and Southwestern Pennsylvania Human Services Inc. are available to make free presentations to service clubs, church groups, senior citizens organizations and others who request programs. To schedule a speaker, contact Community Relations at 724-258-1234 or whurley@monvalleyhospital.com.
Physician Referral Service Guide is available on the hospital’s website, www.monvalleyhospital.com.
HealthPLEX Imaging at the Mon-Vale HealthPLEX, WillowPointe Plaza, first floor, Belle Vernon, offers open MRI, mammography, ultrasound, bone density and X-ray services from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. In addition to the daytime hours, the site is open until 8 p.m. Tuesdays. For more information, call 724-379-1900.
On-site laboratory services for blood and urine analysis and free blood pressure screenings are available from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday and 7 a.m. to noon Saturday from 7 a.m. to noon at Healthy Directions at Finleyville Giant Eagle, 3701 Route 88. For more information, call Healthy Directions at 724-348-6699.
On-site laboratory services for blood and urine analysis are available from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday at Monongahela Valley Hospital’s occupational health program site at the Mon-Vale HealthPLEX, WillowPointe Plaza, Suite 210, Belle Vernon. A doctor’s prescription is required, and blood samples and urine specimens collected at the site will be tested at the laboratory at the hospital. For more information, call 724-379-1940.
Is Weight Loss Surgery Right For You? will be presented by Dr. Hiram Gonzalez at 6 p.m. July 11 at Mon-Vale HealthPLEX. Bariatric surgery is an option for people who want to lose 100 pounds or more. To register, call 724-258-1333.
Suicide Bereavement Support Group will meet from 1 to 2:30 p.m. July 11 and 6 to 8 p.m. July 25 in the Education Conference Center at Monongahela Valley Hospital. The four-month program is led by a licensed psychologist and is free. Registration is required by calling 724-268-1144.
RSDS Support Group will meet from 6 to 8 p.m. July 12 in the Education Conference Center at Monongahela Valley Hospital. For more information, call 724-929-9492.
Alzheimer’s Support Group will meet from 6 to 8 p.m. July 12 in the Education Conference Center at Monongahela Valley Hospital. It is designed to help family members, friends and caregivers of those suffering from Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. Topics include the challenges of coping with the disorder, techniques for managing stress and methods of encouraging social engagement. Reservations are requested by calling 724-258-1333.
Community CPR Instruction Heartsaver AED course will be held at 11 a.m. July 13 at Mon-Vale HealthPLEX. The class is offered by Monongahela Valley Hospital in conjunction with Rostraver EMS. Fee is $35 to cover the class and required materials. To register, call 724-872-9200.
Advanced Carbohydrate Counting will be held from 9 to 11 a.m. July 13 in the Education Conference Center at Monongahela Valley Hospital. Topics include how to track effects of carbohydrates and blood sugar, glycemic index and how to read food nutrition labels. Registration is required at least one week in advance by calling 724-258-1483.
Cancer Support Group will meet at 2 p.m. July 18 in the 7-East family room at Monongahela Valley Hospital. For more information, call 724-258-1704.
Better Breathers Club will meet from 2 to 3 p.m. July 19 in the Education Conference Center at Monongahela Valley Hospital. Dr. Nikhil K. Dave, an MVH allergist, will discuss how allergies, especially during the springs, affect chronic breathing issues. For more information, call 724-258-1932.
Managing Your Diabetes will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. July 19-21 at Mon-Vale HealthPLEX. Topics include the importance of controlling blood sugars, diabetes medications, lifestyle changes, meal planning and methods to reduce the risk of complications. Registration is required at least one week in advance by calling 724-258-1483.
Arthritis and Fibromyalgia Support Group will meet from 1 to 3 p.m. July 20 in the Education Conference Center at Monongahela Valley Hospital. For more information, call 724-258-1321.
Adult CPR Instruction will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. July 26 in the Education Conference Center at Monongahela Valley Hospital. The class is offered by the hospital in conjunction with Valley Health and Safety Training Center. Fee is $40, payable to VHSTC. Advance registration is required by calling 724-684-9536.
Stroke Support Group will meet from 1 to 2:30 p.m. July 28 in the Education Conference Center at Monongahela Valley Hospital. For more information, call 724-258-1455.
Public First-Aid Instruction will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. July 28 in the Education Conference Center at Monongahela Valley Hospital. The class is offered by the hospital in conjunction with Valley Health and Safety Training Center. Fee is $30, payable to VHSTC. Advance registration is required by calling 724-684-9536.
Cancer-care specialists are available to evaluate needs, provide information, guidance and support, identify resources and navigate the health-care system. For more information, call St. Clair Hospital’s cancer-care specialist at 412-942-5082.
Diabetes Education Center offers group classes and one-on-one appointments, addressing a comprehensive range of topics. Diabetes management plans are developed with patients and their physicians, taking into account each individual’s lifestyle and needs. Insulin pump training is provided. For more information, call 412-942-2151.
A smoking cessation program offers classes and individual counseling. For more information, call 412-942-2008.
Breast-feeding Support Group meets from 6:30 to 8 p.m. the last Monday of each month, except May and December, in the Community Room at Washington Hospital. To register, call 724-250-4476.
Stroke Support Group meets from 4:30 to 6 p.m. the third Tuesday of each month in the occupational therapy apartment, fourth floor, at Washington Hospital. To register, call 724-229-2449.
Free health and wellness information is available in the Ruth York Morgan Health Education Learning Place at Washington Hospital. Hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. For more information, call 724-223-3144.
Teen Outreach programs at Washington Hospital include:
• Echo – a home-based early intervention program for children in fourth through eighth grades.
• Parents and Daughters – for girls 9 to 12 years old.
• Parents and Sons – for boys 10 to 14 years old.
• Pregnant and Parenting Teens – supportive and educational services for teens.
• Teen Father Program – for fathers up to 22 years old.
Some programs include a fee. For more information, call 724-222-2311.
Prenatal classes are baby care, breast-feeding and prepared childbirth. There is a fee, but many insurance plans will offer some reimbursement. Call 724-223-3173 early in pregnancy.
Cardiac rehabilitation programs are available. For more information, call 724-250-6288.