Don’t miss these senior programs this month
Whether it’s learning new ways to lower your risk for disease, feeling great at any age or enjoying a leisurely Sunday with friends, the Norman P. Murray Center’s free and low-cost programs are designed to benefit local seniors.
Here’s what’s on tap this month:
What’s new in Lung Cancer
Whether you’re worried about developing lung cancer or facing treatment decisions after a diagnosis, you can learn about risks and options from Dr. Samer Kanaan, a thoracic surgeon on May 4. During the 1 p.m. presentation, he will discuss known causes, what you can do to lower your risk and tests that may help find lung cancer early.
Register for this free presentation by calling 949-470-3062 or online at https://econnect.cityofmissionviejo.org by referencing course #5128.
Healing Journeys through Meditation
Experience various topics and types of meditations infused with positive energy during these sessions led by Tammy Descoteaux. Cost is $5 per class. Register for the following courses online at https://econnect.cityofmissionviejo.org.
May 9 / Course #5132
May 9 / Course #4864
May 23/ Couse #4865
Taking Robotic Surgery to the Next Level
Learn how Mission Hospital is taking surgery beyond the limits of the human hand in this special free presentation at 1 p.m. on May 11. Led by thoracic surgeon Samer Kanaan, M.D., the discussion will focus on how robotic advancements are improving the quality of care, reducing pain and recovery time for patients undergoing a variety of thoracic surgeries. Register for this free program online at https://econnect.cityofmissionviejo.org by referencing course #5156 or by calling 949-470-3062.
Feeling Hormonally Great at Any Age
As time goes by, our body's endocrine system struggles to maintain optimal balance, and we can develop many unwanted symptoms as well as speed up our aging clocks. On May 18, Dr. Dominguez, a family medicine physician from Mission Hospital, will talk about restoring a more youthful hormone balance. The free program begins at 1 p.m. Register online at https://econnect.cityofmissionviejo.org by referencing course #5129 or by calling 949-470-3062.
Senior Sunday
Enjoy refreshments, entertainment and BINGO with great prizes during this fun Senior Sunday from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. on May 21. Cost is $3. Register online at https://econnect.cityofmissionviejo.org by referencing course #5153 or by calling 949-470-3062.
The Norman P. Murray Community and Senior Center is located at 24932 Veterans Way. For more information, call 949-470-3062.
