Lecture on sugar hazards
Access Health Care, 5350 Spring Hill Drive in Spring Hill, will have a lecture called “Sugar is a Huge Health Hazard: Know the Facts and Save Your Life” Sept. 18 at 5:15 p.m. Dr. Maria Scunziano-Singh will make the presentation.
For information or to register, call (352) 688-8116.
Huntington’s disease
The Medical Center of Trinity, 9330 State Road 54, will offer a monthly support group for anyone whose life is affected by Huntington’s disease, the third Thursday of the month at 6:30 p.m.
The next meeting is Sept. 18.
For information, call Nina Qualters at (727) 236-3578, or email .
Tools to Quit tobacco
Regional Medical Center Bayonet Point, 14000 Fivay Road in Hudson, will offer the free Tools to Quit class Sept. 19 at noon.
The class includes free nicotine replacement patches, gum or lozenges, while supplies last.
Registration is required.
For information, call (813) 929-1000, Ext. 213, or email .
Infant CPR course
The obstetrics program at Medical Center of Trinity, 9330 State Road 54, will offer a pediatric/infant CPR class Sept. 20 at 9 a.m.
Participants will learn the skills of the American Heart Association course.
Cost is $15 per person, or $25 for two.
Reservations are required. For information, call (727) 834-5630.
Atrial fibrillation seminar
The Heart Institute at Regional Medical Center Bayonet Point, 14000 Fivay Road in Hudson, will host Dr. Darshan Patel and Dr. N.S. Rattehalli Sept. 24 at 3 p.m., for a presentation on “Atrial Fibrillation: Treatment for Irregular Heart Rhythm.”
Admission is free. Refreshments will be served.
Seating is limited. Reservations are required. For information, call (727) 869-5498.
Surviving cancer seminar
Dr. Roberto Diaz from the H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute will speak about surviving cancer Sept. 25 at 7 p.m., at Keystone Community Church, 21010 State Road 54 in Lutz.
The program is free, and will cover new treatments for cancer, and allow for a question-and-answer period.
For information, call Walt Bockmiller, chair of the Keystone Cancer Support Group, at (813) 527-8211. Or call Keystone Community Church at (813) 948-4522.
Free pregnancy care
LifeChoices Women’s Care, 1527 N. Dale Mabry Highway, Suite 101 in Lutz, offers free pregnancy testing and limited obstetrical ultrasounds to teens, women and couples facing an unplanned pregnancy.
The center is open Monday from 9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., and Tuesday and Thursday from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Appointments are recommended.
Donations of new or gently used baby or maternity clothes, or baby items, for the center are being accepted at Lutz Ace Hardware and ELLA Boutique, 18469 U.S. 41, Oct. 1-15. Those donating will receive 10 percent off a purchase up to $100.
For information, call (813) 948-7734.
Sertoma receives $8,000 from Wells Fargo
Sertoma Speech & Hearing Foundation of Florida recently received $8,000 from Wells Fargo. The funding will be used to sponsor Sertoma’s school screening program in Pasco County.
Sertoma volunteers perform state education department mandated hearing screens for all Headstart, pre-K, kindergarten and first-grade students, as well as sixth-grade students at local middle schools.
Rotary club welcomes Shane Sanborn
Shane Sanborn, lead physical therapist with Bayfront Health Dade City, recently spoke to the Sunrise Rotary Club about the growth of the rehab program at the hospital. Community Health System, the hospital’s parent company, is planning on spending about $2 million for a new orthopedic and operating room to service the community. With Sanborn, left, is Francis Crociatta and Candy Linville.
Women’s health center opening
Florida Hospital Zephyrhills is hosting a grand opening for its newly remodeled Women’s Health Center Sept. 24 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., with a ribbon cutting at 5:30 p.m. There will be a tour of the center, food and refreshments, and information about personalized care for women in the community.
For information, call (877) 534-3108, or visit FHZeph.org.
Community baby shower
Florida Hospital Zephyrhills, 7050 Gall Blvd., will host a community baby shower Sept. 28 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Guests can take a tour of the newly renovated maternity suites, meet the staff and physicians, and have questions answered.
All registered attendees will receive a free gift and be entered to win door prizes. Other activities include a children’s zone, fire truck tours, and car seat safety checks.
Admission is free, but registration is required.
For information, call (877) 534-3108, or visit FHZeph.org.
Gulfside memorial service
Gulfside Hospice will host a memorial service Sept. 29 at 3 p.m., at East Pasco Seventh-day Adventist Church, 7333 Dairy Road in Zephyrhills.
The service is for anyone who wishes to remember loved ones who have passed away in the last year.
Guests can submit a photo of their loved one to be included during the service by emailing .
For information, call (727) 844-3946.
Sister Stroll 2.0
Florida Hospital Zephyrhills will kick off the Pink Army breast cancer awareness campaign Oct. 2, on its front lawn.
Registration is at 5 p.m. The stroll begins at 5:30 p.m., with a ceremony to follow.
Participants can stroll along the walking trail and enjoy food and fun along the way.
Registered participants will receive a swag bag filled with pink goodies.
There will be a car show, entertainment, door prizes, as well as food and drink.
Advance registration is $15 per person, or $20 at the event.
All proceeds benefit the Simpson Breast Health Center at Florida Hospital Zephyrhills.
To register, call (877) 534-3108, or visit FHZeph.org.
