This group, facilitated by Linda Rowsick, RD, CD-N, is for people who are considering or preparing for bariatric surgery, as well as for those who have had bariatric surgery. Also welcome are those who struggle with issues concerning their weight. This month's topic is "Green Harvest: Farmers' Markets." Support persons are welcome. For information, call 585-396-6285.

TOPS is a national non-profit weight loss group. The first half-hour is dedicated to weigh-ins and the second half to information, sharing and group discussion. TOPS member Nancy Perri facilitates the group. Call 585-353-6480 for information.

Breast Cancer Coalition presents Angela Kiklowicz, OT, CLT, LMT, from UR Medicine's Thompson Health conducting the seminar. Come with questions leave with answers.

This group, sponsored by Thompson's Respiratory Care Department and facilitated by Stacey E. Lauretti, RRT-NPs, is designed to help individuals with lung disease or breathing difficulties improve their quality of life through discussions, education and behavioral modifications. This month, the topic is "Elder Abuse," presented by Art Mason, LMSW, from Lifespan of Greater Rochester, Inc. For information, call 585-396-6277.

This program, for kids undergoing surgery and their families, includes a tour of the Surgical care Center, Operating Room and Post-Anesthesia Care Unit, followed by a question/answer session.

This group, hosted by Thompson's Sleep Disorders Center, provides education, support and tools to help individuals manage sleep apnea. Meetings are held in the Lakeside Professional Park across from the M.M. Ewing Continuing Care Center. Family members are welcome. For information, call 585-396-6089.

Following a free June 8 information session, this four-part series addresses the cause of disease - rather than just treating the symptoms - and is presented by Kerry Graff, MD, and Linda Rowsick, RD, CD-N. Participants will learn about how diet impacts your health, the benefits of eating a whole-food/plant-based diet, and how to transition to a healthier diet.

Beginning June 12 and continuing every Monday through Oct. 30 (except Labor Day), Phil Munson of Fisher Hill Farms will sell fresh produce outside the hospital, between the Emergency Department entrance and the main entrance facing Parrish Street.

Presented by Registered Dietitian Linda Rowsick, certified by the state of New York, this class focuses on "Label Reading & Shopping." Attendees will learn how to get the information from nutrition labels that will help them, as well as choose foods that taste good and help them meet blood glucose goals.

TOPS is a national non-profit weight loss group. The first half-hour is dedicated to weigh-ins and the second half to information, sharing and group discussion. TOPS member Nancy Perri facilitates the group. Call 585-353-6480 for information.

Following a free June 8 information session, this four-part series addresses the cause of disease - rather than just treating the symptoms - and is presented by Kerry Graff, MD, and Linda Rowsick, RD, CD-N. Participants will learn about how diet impacts your health, the benefits of eating a whole-food/plant-based diet, and how to transition to a healthier diet.

Beginning June 12 and continuing every Monday through Oct. 30 (except Labor Day), Phil Munson of Fisher Hill Farms will sell fresh produce outside the hospital, between the Emergency Department entrance and the main entrance facing Parrish Street.

TOPS is a national non-profit weight loss group. The first half-hour is dedicated to weigh-ins and the second half to information, sharing and group discussion. TOPS member Nancy Perri facilitates the group. Call 585-353-6480 for information.

Following a free June 8 information session, this four-part series addresses the cause of disease - rather than just treating the symptoms - and is presented by Kerry Graff, MD, and Linda Rowsick, RD, CD-N. Participants will learn about how diet impacts your health, the benefits of eating a whole-food/plant-based diet, and how to transition to a healthier diet.