Fisher-Titus Medical Center Programs

Fisher-Titus Medical Center hosts support programs

• The Alzheimer’s Support Group will meet at 3:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 23. For more information, please call the hospital at (419) 660-2117, Ext. 6379.
• The Breastfeeding Support Group will meet from 11 a.m.-noon Tuesday, Feb. 7, Feb. 14, Feb. 21 and Feb. 28. For more information, call the hospital at (419) 660-2117 Ext. 6491.
• The Caring and Sharing Cancer Support Group will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 28. For more information, please call the hospital at 419-660-2117, Ext. 6417.
• The Diabetes Support Group will meet from noon-1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 22. Topic is Insulin Pump Education. For more information, call the hospital at (419) 660-2596.
• The Healthy Hearts Support Group: For more information, call the hospital at (419) 660-2600.
• The Multiple Sclerosis Support Group will meet at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 14 at Sheri’s Coffee House, 27 Whittlesey Ave., Norwalk. For more information, call the hospital at (419) 660-2509.
• The Stroke Support Group will meet from 2-3:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 23. For more information, please call the hospital at (419) 660-2700.

Fisher-Titus to Provide Pediatric CPR and First Aid Course

Fisher-Titus Medical Center is offering a Pediatric CPR and First Aid course from 4:30 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 1 at the hospital, 272 Benedict Ave., Norwalk.

Participants will learn how to recognize and treat pediatric emergencies until advanced medical personnel arrive. To register or for more information, call Fisher-Titus at (419) 660-2117 extension 6560.

Fisher-Titus hosts Healthy Heart Fair

Fisher-Titus Medical Center will host a Healthy Heart Fair from 7-10 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 4 in the Snyder/White Heart & Vascular Center. Screenings will include Cholesterol Profile (12-hour fasting for best results, people with diabetes should consult physician before fasting.); Glucose Screening; Blood Pressure; Body Composition Analysis and more.

The cost is $15 for general public / $12 for Fisher-Titus PrimeCare Advantage Members. Appointments and fee required for Cholesterol Profile only, all other screenings are free. To register, call 419-660-2646.

Fisher-Titus Co-Sponsors Happiest Baby on the Block Program

Fisher-Titus Medical Center, Erie-Huron County WIC services and Help Me Grow will offer The Happiest Baby on the Block course in the Norwalk area. The course, primarily for parents-to-be, and parents/caregivers of babies, age birth to four months old, provides information on techniques to help calm and comfort babies. The techniques also can help babies increase their sleep at night.

The national curriculum will be taught by Happiest Baby on the Block Certified Educators and Fisher-Titus registered nurses Julie Flesher and Beth Schnellinger. Class will be held from 12:30-2:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 9 at the hospital, 272 Benedict Ave., Norwalk. For more information and to register, call the hospital at (419) 660-2117 extension 6560.

Breastfeeding Education Class at Fisher-Titus

Fisher-Titus Medical Center is offering a breastfeeding class for expectant mothers. Participants will learn tips and techniques for more successful and effective breastfeeding along with the benefits it provides to both mother and baby. Class will be held from 9-11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 11 at the hospital, 272 Benedict Ave., Norwalk.

Childbirth Education Classes at Fisher-Titus

Expectant parents can prepare for the birth and care of their newborns during this informative childbirth education class at Fisher-Titus Medical Center. The class covers topics such as: signs and stages of labor, breastfeeding vs. bottle feeding, car seat safety and basic newborn care.

Classes will be held from 6:30-9 p.m. Thursdays, Feb. 16-March 1. For more information and to register, call Fisher-Titus Medical Center at (419) 660-2646.