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Three Rivers Health Speakers Bureau Topic List

For instructions on how to schedule a topic, scroll to the bottom of this page.

Topic
Description of Presentation
CME/ Professional
Community-based
Monitoring Your Diabetes and Using Your ResultsWhat affects blood sugar, diabetes home meter usage, target blood sugar levels, how to manage acute complications of hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia.
No
Yes
Diabetes OverviewWhat is diabetes and what are the long-term complications?
No
Yes
Drug/Herbal Interactions and/or Contraindications
No
Yes
Sleep Apnea (Do You Snore?)What is sleep apnea, how common is it, and what are the signs and symptoms.
No
Yes
Understanding COPD and EmphysemaSigns, symptoms, and treatment of COPD and emphysema.
No
Yes
Breath SoundsLung sounds (for professionals)
Professional
No
The Train Car Theory:  Hypoxic versus Carbonic DriveHow we breathe and how diseases can affect the way we breathe.
Professional
Yes
Coronary Artery Disease Risk Factors Coronary Artery Disease is the #1 cause of death in our nation.  
Professional
Yes
HypertensionWhat is hypertension and how to manage it.
Professional
Yes
HyperlipidemiaWhat is hyperlipidemia and how to manage it.
Professional
Yes
Three Rivers Health Laboratory ServicesServices offered by the Laboratory.
Professional
Yes
Cancer Detection and PreventionUp-to-date information regarding early detection and prevention of colon, breast, prostate, lung, and skin cancer.
Yes
Yes
OB-related topicChildbirth-related topics and infant care.
No
Yes
ER-related topicHow the Emergency Department fits in the community. 
Emergency Department topics in relation to sports, kids, adults, and the disease process.
No
Yes
Lean Six SigmaOverview of Lean Six Sigma improvement methodology and concepts 
Let's Get Organized!This class highlights the Japanese art of 5S concepts that help you get and stay organized.
Time Management
Get a Lot More Done with Less Effort!
Avoid time management mistakes and work one hour less per day by following this plan.
Zoom Surfing!Surf the internet faster and more effectively. Learn shortcuts to help you work faster on your computer, and get the results you are looking for.
Computer Simulation in Healthcare
Women and Stroke
No
Yes
"Ouch," My Back Hurts
No
Yes
Community ResourcesParticularly for patients with illness or diability - Meals on Wheels, county transportation, home health care (for seniors, but also others)
No
Yes
Adventures in Label ReadingHands-on course in food label reading for good health.  Mysteries of food labeling revealed.
No
Yes
Sports NutritionWhether you are an endurance athlete, strength athlete, or participate in team sports, learn about the importance of hydration and fueling your body for success.
No
N/A
Picky EatersLearn how to get your child to eat healthfully.  Presentation focuses on Ellyn Satter's principles of the child and parent feeding relationship.
No
Yes
Heart Healthy DietLearn how to eat for a healthy heart.  Topics covered:  food label reading and a low-fat, low-sodium, and high-fiber diet.
No
Yes
Understanding Food LabelsHands-on course in food label reading for good health.         
No
Yes
Healthy Nutrition Guidelines for the School-Age Child or TeenDepending on the age group, a discussion of basic nutrition guidelines for healthier eating, along with portion sizes and exercise.
No
Yes
Controlling the Sodium Content of Your DietUnderstand where the hidden sources of sodium may be in a person's diet.  Learn how to read labels for sodium and to cook without salt.
No
Yes
Patient Safety 
Fall Prevention

To schedule any of these listed topics/presentations, please click here for a request form to fill out and send to us. First, be sure to check one of the boxes at the top by using the "X" key. Use the TAB key to move from the first box to the second box. Hit the TAB key again to take you to the first field to be completed. Type in the information requested in each spot and then use the TAB key to move to the next field. When completed, either fax it to us at the number on the top right or save it on your computer and then e-mail it to us at the e-mail address at the top right. (These instructions are repeated on the form.)

If you don't find the topic/presentation that you're looking for, please click here for a request form to fill out and send to us (see above or on the form itself for form instructions). We're happy to tailor a health presentation to fit the distinct needs of your organization.

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