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.
Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Friday in the Education Conference Center at Monongahela Valley Hospital. The blood drive will benefit local patients. Free parking is available. For more information or to register, call 724-494-4090 or visit redcrosslife.org
Breast Cancer Support Group will meet from 2 to 4 p.m. April 4 at Monongahela Valley Hospital, 7-East family room. For more information, call 724-258-1704.
Managing Your Diabetes will be held from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. April 5-7; 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. April 19-21; and 6 to 9 p.m. April 19-21 in the Education Conference Center at Monongahela Valley Hospital. 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. To register for one of the three-day programs, call 724-258-1483.
Spring Smoking Cessation Series will be held from 6 to 7 p.m. every Thursday in April in the Education Conference Center at Monongahela Valley Hospital. Sessions will be facilitated by the Primary Care Resource Center team, which has been certified in evidence-based cessation programs. Classes are free for PCRC patients and those with referrals from MVH-affiliated primary care physicians. All others pay $20. Space is limited. To register, call 724-258-1932.
Is Weight Loss Surgery Right For You? will be presented by Dr. Hiram Gonzalez at 6 p.m. April 7 in the Education Conference Center at Monongahela Valley Hospital. 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 at 6 p.m. April 11 and 25 in the Education Conference Center at Monongahela Valley Hospital. The program is led by a licensed psychologist. Registration is required by calling 724-268-1144.
RSDS Support Group will meet from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 12 in the Education Conference Center at Monongahela Valley Hospital. For more information, call 724-929-9492.
Alzheimer’s Support Group will meet at 6 p.m. April 12 in the Education Conference Center at Monongahela Valley Hospital. The group is designed to help family members, friends and caregivers of those with 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.
Advanced Carbohydrate Counting will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. April 13 in the Education Conference Center at Monongahela Valley Hospital. Topics include how to track effects of carbohydrates and blood sugar, the glycemic index and how to read food nutrition labels. Registration is required at least one week in advance by calling 724-258-1483.
Community CPR instruction will be held at 11 a.m. April 13 at Mon-Vale HealthPLEX. Classes are 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.
Diabetes Support Group will meet from 6 to 8 p.m. April 14 at Mon-Vale HealthPLEX. Registration is required by calling 724-258-1483.
Mamm & Glamm Breast Cancer Prevention event will be held from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 16 at Mon-Vale HealthPLEX. Free mammograms will be provided. For an appointment, call 724-379-1911.
Cancer Support Group will meet from 6 to 8 p.m. April 18 at Monongahela Valley Hospital, 7-East family room. For more information, call 724-258-1704.
Arthritis and Fibromyalgia Support Group will meet from 1 to 3 p.m. April 20 in the Education Conference Center at Monongahela Valley Hospital. For more information, call 724-258-1321.
Lung Cancer Screening and Education will be held at 6 p.m. April 20 in the Education Conference Center at Monongahela Valley Hospital. Current and former smokers 55 and older are encouraged to attend. For more information and to register, call 724-258-1333.
AARP Smart Driver’s Beginner’s Course will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 21 and 22 in the Education Conference Center at Monongahela Valley Hospital. The classroom-based driver improvement course is specially designed for motorists 50 and older. Some insurance companies offer discounts for course completion. Cost is $15 for AARP members and $20 for nonmembers. Registration is required by calling 724-258-1333.
Ostomy Support Group will meet from 2 to 3:30 p.m. April 21 in the Education Conference Center at Monongahela Valley Hospital. For more information, call 724-258-1773.
Innovations in Medicine: Knee Pain Advanced Treatment Options will be presented by Dr. Scott L. Baron of The Orthopedic Group at 6 p.m. April 25 at Mon-Vale HealthPLEX. To register, call 724-258-1333.
Colorectal screening will be held at 1 p.m. April 27 in the Education Conference Center at Monongahela Valley Hospital. Health care professionals will provide information during the education portion, and MVH staff will explain and provide instructions for the take-home colorectal screening kit. The education program and test kit are free. Seating is limited, and registration is required. For more information or to register, call 724-258-1333.
Infant and Child CPR class will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. April 28 in the Education Conference Center at Monongahela Valley Hospital. Fee is $40, payable to VHSTC. Registration is required by calling the Valley Health and Safety Training Center at 724-684-9536.
Stroke Support Group will meet from 1 to 2:30 p.m. April 28 in the Education Conference Center at Monongahela Valley Hospital. For more information, call 724-258-1455.
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.