Senior Services at Memorial Park Community Center, 510 Bert St., will provide the following free health services in April:  

• Osteoporosis – Together We Can Beat It: Thursday, April 11, 11 a.m.-noon. Osteoporosis is now a treatable disease, and the risk of fracture can be reduced by half within a few years of treatment. ETSU Osteoporosis Center Director Ronald Hamdy, MD, FRCP and FACP, will provide the latest information about Osteoporosis in this informative talk. All ages.
• Are Your Allergies In Full Bloom? Thursday, April 11, 11 a.m.-12:45 p.m. The Allergy, Asthma & Sinus Center will provide a free skin test designed to detect six of the most common allergens. A nurse practitioner will be on hand for brief consultations and to provide helpful information on allergy testing and treatment. All ages.
• Understanding Parkinson’s: Friday, April 12, noon-1 p.m. Parkinson’s disease affects movement as well as many other systems within the body, and symptoms can vary from person to person. Neurologist Dr. Robb Whaley will give an overview of Parkinson’s, from diagnosis, treatment options and new promising scientific discoveries. All ages.
• Regenerative Health: Tuesday, April 16, 1-2 p.m. Regenerative health medicine involves the use of naturally occurring cells within the body to heal itself. Dr. Tim Dunne, DC, will discuss this comprehensive, alternative treatment that may help those who suffer from chronic knee pain, shoulder pain, arthritis, lower back pain, sciatica and neuropathy. All ages. 
• Diabetes Self-Management: Tuesdays, April 16-May 21, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. This six-session series will help you better understand diabetes and provide daily tips for improving your numbers and preventing complications. From meal ideas to medications, this series is for anyone with diabetes, as well as the recently diagnosed. All ages.
• Growing Older with Purpose and Joy: Wednesday, April 17, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Join Beverly Owens, LCSW, as she focuses on living fully, loving joyfully, continually learning and leaving a legacy. Ages 50 and older.

Please register for all programs, and/or seek further information by calling 423-434-6237.

CONTACT:    Deb Fogle, senior services manager
                             Parks and Recreation
                             423.434.6231