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Free stroke awareness seminars
Published 21 July 2008, Posted in Northland
The Stroke Foundation Northland and Age Concern Whangarei are pleased to present two free seminars designed to educate the general public about healthy eating, the signs and effects of stroke and how early intervention and help and support from the Stroke Foundation can support survivors.
Free Stroke Awareness Seminars
Tuesday 9 September
Northland Hockey Association, Park Ave, Whangarei
Day Seminar
9:30 am to 2 pm
Programme & Speakers
- Healthy Eating, review your eating plan (Dietician—Manaia Health PHO)
- Early intervention, facts, services & support (Charm Kernot, Stroke Foundation)
- Signs, Medical Management, Effects (Dr Tus Fernando, Geriatrician, Northland Health)
12 noon lunch provided - courtesy of Guardian Health Care
- Rehabilitation exercises and services (Isobel Finlayson, Physiotherapist)
- Relaxation & stress management (Sylvia Page)
Evening Seminar
5:30 pm to 7:30pm
Programme & Speakers
- Early intervention, Facts, services & Support (Charm Kernot, Stroke Foundation)
- Signs, Medical Management, Effects (Dr Tus Fernando, Geriatrician, Northland Health)
- Relaxation & stress management (Sylvia Page)
Light refreshments provided
ALL welcome! Written information and displays will be available. Enquiries to Charm Kernot - Stroke Foundation ph:437 0859 or register to attend with Chris Simper - Age Concern ph:438 8043.
Supported by Ministry of Health.
Thanks to Guardian Health for their support
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Minnie’s presentation on Be Accessibe was truly inspiring. disappointing to see those most in need of ‘enlightenment’ were absent….a great build up for the RWC and way beyond so up to those who did attend to be vocal! and spread the Be word!