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Sat 05/26

The CCL form of Natural Family Planning

Using a woman's signs of fertility / infertility to delay / achieve a pregnancy. Classes March 24, April 28 & May 26.

Bergan Mercy Medical Center

7:00pm - 9:30pm

2500 Mercy Road

402-734-0637

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Omaha

Sat 05/26

Recovery International

Mental Health Self-Help aftercare for all types of mental health issues. Founded in 1937 by Dr. Abraham Low, innovator of C.B.T.

West Hills Church

11:00am - 12:30pm

3015 S. 82nd Ave (behind Mangelsen's)

402-455-9616

http://www.lowselfhelpsystems.org

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Make the right decision.

Do I need surgery? Is that test necessary? This tool helps you weigh various factors. It also provides questions to ask your doctor, recommended reading and alternatives.

Learn about your risks and how to be healthy.

Start with a general risk assessment, covering diet, exercise, smoking and blood pressure. Or zero in on one issue with assessments based on lifestyle or conditions.

Figure out what your symptoms mean.

Click on the body part where you're experiencing symptoms, then follow the prompts to learn what might be wrong, how to self treat and when to call a doctor.

Factor the equation to a healthy lifestyle.

Which burns more calories: playing Frisbee or tennis? Is your weight at a healthy level? Use these calculators to find out. You also can figure out your target heart rate before you work out.

Learn about the systems of the body.

The body is made up of complicated and amazing systems. Click on one of the 12 systems, then follow the links for an in-depth explanation of how the body works.

Know the facts about medication before you take it.

Find out what to do if you miss a dose, what drugs and foods to avoid while taking it and what possible side effects you may experience.

Educate yourself before taking medications together.

Wondering whether you can take a pain reliever along with your blood-pressure medication? Use this tool to search for problems when taking two or more medications at the same time.

Arm yourself with information about conditions, symptoms.

Search for information about a condition, symptom, medical test or surgery. Learn ahead of time how to prepare for surgery and what to do after you go home.

Dig deep to learn more about your health.

This feature provides comprehensive, up-to-date information. The reports are peer-reviewed and regularly updated, to give you the latest and most accurate information.