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UC Davis Medical Center

Community calendar

May 2008

May 11, 2008 — Birthing Suites Tour. Expectant parents are invited to tour the UC Davis Medical Center's birthing suites. Tours are approximately 1 1/4 hours in length. Meet at the hospital Tower Lobby information desk near the gift shop and a nurse will greet you and lead the tour. Tour time is 2 p.m. There is no charge for the tour and no registration required. For more information call (916) 703-BABY.

May 12, 2008 — "Thanks Mom" – Marrow Donor Drive. Join the National Marrow Donor Program Registry from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the UC Davis Cancer Center, 4501 X St., Sacramento. Open to the public. For more information, call (916) 734-5786 or 1-800-MARROW-2. Click here to view program flyer (PDF).

May 12, 2008 — Breastfeeding. Learn about nutrition for lactating mothers and breastfeeding techniques. UC Davis patients $20, community $35. Location: 4900 Broadway, Suite 1630, Sacramento. Time: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Register online.

May 13, 2008 — Laser Vision Correction Surgery Seminar. Have you been thinking of laser vision correction surgery? Like to get rid of those cumberson glasses? Come to our seminar and you will have an opportunity to ask questions and meet the UC Davis refractive surgery team, who will help you determine if refractive surgery is right for you. Seminars are held from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at 77 Cadillac Drive, Sacramento. For more information or to register, call (916) 734-6650.

May 13, 2008 — Child car-seat safety class. Learn the importance of car seat safety, how to select the proper seat for your child and the correct way to secure your child in a car seat. The class is free to the public. Car seats are available for purchase to those who attend the class. Time: 10 a.m. to noon. Location: 4900 Broadway, Suite 1650, Sacramento. Register online or call (916) 734-9784.

May 15, 2008 — Asthma/COPD: Easy Breathing. This is 2-session class for UC Davis Health System patients with ongoing lung conditions such as asthma, emphysemsa or chronic brochitis and taught by a registered respiratory therapist. Location: UC Davis Medical Group conference room, 8110 Laguna Blvd., Elk Grove. Time: 2 to 3 p.m. To register, please call (866) 683-2154.

May 20, 2008 — First Annual Culture Show. The UC Davis Chapter of Phi Delta Epsilon, an international medical fraternity will host an evening of cultural entertainment. All proceeds go to the Sacramento Children's Miracle Network. Tickets: $5 per person. Location: Freeborn Hall on the UC Davis campus in Davis. Time: 7 p.m., doors open 6:30 p.m. Contact Nadia Javed or Sophie Eath or e-mail phideatucd@gmail.com for ticket information.

May 22, 2008 — Second Annual Signe King Memorial Dinner. This fun event evening will feature dinner, live music, wine tasting and silent auction. Proceeds to benefit the UCD South Placer Cancer Endowment Fund. Location: La Provence Restaurant and Terrace, 110 Diamond Creek Place, Roseville from 6 to 10 p.m. For more information or to purchase tickets, please call Carol Garcia (916) 752-6185.

May 22, 2008 — Asthma/COPD: Easy Breathing. This is the second part of a 2-session class for UC Davis Health System patients with ongoing lung conditions such as asthma, emphysemsa or chronic brochitis and taught by a registered respiratory therapist. Location: UC Davis Medical Group conference room, 8110 Laguna Blvd., Elk Grove. Time: 2 to 3 p.m. To register, please call (866) 683-2154.

May 25, 2008 — Birthing Suites Tour. Expectant parents are invited to tour the UC Davis Medical Center's birthing suites. Tours are approximately 1 1/4 hours in length. Meet at the hospital Tower Lobby information desk near the gift shop and a nurse will greet you and lead the tour. Tour time is 2 p.m. There is no charge for the tour and no registration required. For more information call (916) 703-BABY.

May 27, 2008 — National Cancer Survivors Week. Internet Class for Cancer Patients. Learn how to use the Internet for cancer-related information. Location: UC Davis Education Building, Room 2206, 4610 X St., Sacramento. Time: 2 to 4 p.m. Call (916) 734-0823 or e-mail survivorsweek@ucdavis.edu to register for free workshop. For more information, click here.

May 27, 2008 — National Cancer Survivors Week. Survivors Night Out for adolescent and young adults. Enjoy music, food and networking with other cancer survivors. Location: Country Club Lanes, 2600 Watt Ave., Sacramento. Time: 6 to 9 p.m. Call (916) 734-0823 or e-mail survivorsweek@ucdavis.edu to register. For more information, click here.

May 27, 2008 — Prepared Childbirth 6-week class. The pregnant woman and her coach will receive information on what to expect during labor and delivery. This class teaches the coach to manage the labor process. The date listed is the first day of the series. The remaining dates will be on the same day of the week for the next 5 weeks after day one. Cost: UC Davis patients $65, community $80. Location: 4900 Broadway, Suite 1630, Sacramento. Time: 6:30 to 9 p.m. Register online.

May 27, 2008 — Laser Vision Correction Surgery Seminar. Have you been thinking of laser vision correction surgery? Like to get rid of those cumberson glasses? Come to our seminar and you will have an opportunity to ask questions and meet the UC Davis refractive surgery team, who will help you determine if refractive surgery is right for you. Seminars are held from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at 77 Cadillac Drive, Sacramento. For more information or to register, call (916) 734-6650.

May 28, 2008 — Baby Basics – Care of the Infant. This class presents the basics of caring for the newborn through the first 12 months of life. Learn how to give a bath and how to keep your infant warm. We'll also be discussing new information on sudden infant death syndrome as well as other topics of interest. Come with your questions. Time: 6:30 to 9 p.m., Location: 4900 Broadway, Suite 1630, Sacramento. UC Davis Medical Group Patients: $20, Community: $35. Register online.

May 28, 2008 — UC Davis Plastic Surgery Seminar. Join Dr. Vik Reddy, a UC Davis certified plastic surgeon for a free informational seminar on Botox and Dermalfiller. Time: 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Location: UC Davis Plastic Surgery Clinic, 3301 C St., Suite 1100, Sacramento. Call (916) 734-7844, option 1 to reserve a seat.

May 28, 2008 — National Cancer Survivors Week. Relaxation Workshop. Learn techniques of yoga and martial art form of aikido. Open to cancer survivors, family members and caregivers. Location: UC Davis Cancer Center breakout room, first floor, 4501 X St., Sacramento. Time: 2 to 3:30 p.m. Call (916) 734-0823 or e-mail survivorsweek@ucdavis.edu to register for free workshop. For more information, click here.

May 31, 2008 — National Cancer Survivors Week. Survivors Picnic. Join us for free barbecue lunch, exhibits and special activities. Lunch provided to first 250 registered participants. Location: UC Davis Cancer Center, 4501 X St., Sacramento. Time: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Call (916) 734-0823 or e-mail survivorsweek@ucdavis.edu to register. For more information, click here.