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Passavant Hospital
Foundation seeking
talented musicians
for The Legacy
Music Series
Passavant Hospital
Foundation is introducing
a new outreach program,
The Legacy Music Series,
supported by music
performed by talented
volunteer musicians in a
casual environment at
UPMC Passavant’s
McCandless campus.
The Legacy Music Series
is meant to provide a
pleasant diversion during
difficult times for patients
and families. In a
casual environment,
talented musicians come
to play music from
classical to new age
repertories that they love
while helping to provide a
healing and calming
environment.
We are seeking talented
musicians who will
volunteer their time to
give the gift of music in
The Legacy Music Series.
We are accepting
inquiries.
Please call Passavant
Hospital
Foundation for more
information
412 367-6640.

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Calendar

Now - December 2010
Community Health and Education Programs
The Washington Hospital Breastfeeding Support Group
For pregnant women, mothers who are currently breastfeeding, fathers and siblings.
Last Monday each month (except December). 6:30 to 8 p.m. Community Room The 
Washington Hospital. Register: 724.250.4476

Living Each Day Support Group
For cancer patients and their families. Second Thursday each month. 5:30 p.m.
Occupational Therapy Apt., 4th floor, The Washington Hospital. Register: 724.229.2278
 
Prenatal Classes
Classes include prepared childbirth, baby care and breastfeeding.  There is a fee, but many insurance
plans will reimburse you for some or all of the cost.  Check with your plan. Call 724.223.3173 for
more information
 
Prostate Cancer Support Group
For patients with prostate cancer and/or their families. Third Thursday of each month. 7 to 8:30 p.m.,
Occupational Therapy Apt., 4th floor, The Washington Hospital. Register: 724.229.2278
 
Sports Medicine Injury Clinic
Free injury clinic for anyone with athletic-related injuries. Evaluation provided by a team of sports
medicine-trained physicians, therapists and trainers.
Mondays (beginning Jan. 11). 4 to 6 p.m. Washington Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, 95 Leonard Ave., Building One, Suite 202, Washington. Information: 724.206.0610

Stroke Support Group
Share feelings associated with life after stroke, as well as obtain information on services available to stroke victims and their caregivers.  Free parking.
Third Tuesday of each month. 4:30 to 6 p.m. Occupational Therapy Apt., 4th floor,
The Washington Hospital. Register: 724.229.2449
 
Teen Outreach Program
With Mary Jo Podgurksi and the staff of the Academy for Adolescent Health, Inc.
ECHO – Educating Children for Healthy Outcomes – Home-based early intervention program for
children in grades 4-8.
Parents & Daughters – Girls ages 9-12.  Call for cost information.
Parents & Sons – Boys ages 10-14. Call for cost information.
Pregnant & Parenting Teens – Supportive services for high-school teens that are pregnant or parenting.
Teen Father Program – Young fathers up to the age of 22. 
For more information, call 724.222.2311
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Now - November 16, 2010
Sports Medicine Health & Wellness Seminar Series
FREE
Third Tuesday of Every Month – 6:30 p.m.
Wilfred R. Cameron Wellness Center, 240 Wellness Way, Washington, PA
The seminars will cover health & safety issues for all levels of athletes, including weekend warriors.
Aug. 17 – Head & Neck Injuries
Sept. 21 – Preventing ACL Injuries / Sports Nutrition
Oct. 19 – Sports Dermatology
Nov. 16 – Skiing Injuries
For more information or to register, call Danielle Violette, MA, ATC at 724.250.5212
or email: dviolette@wrcameronwellness.org.

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Now - November 19, 2010
Skin Cancer Screening Offered at UPMC Passavant
The Oakland Business Improvement District announces the return of the successful Oakland Farmers’ Market event in the heart of Oakland’s business district.  Every Friday, from Now to November 19, the Oakland Farmers’ Market will be open from 3:30 until 6:30 p.m. on Sennott Street, between Meyran Avenue and Atwood Street.  Free parking is available in the adjacent UPMC parking lot. 
The Oakland Farmers’ Market features local farms and area businesses selling a range of products including: fresh produce, beautiful cut flowers, free range eggs, fresh baked Italian bread, homemade pies and other baked goods, and various grass and forage fed meats including beef, poultry, goat and lamb.  Vendor’s include: Dillner Family Farm, Christoff Farm and Garden, Vibo’s Italian Bakery, Sand Hill Berries, Mish Farms, SITOs Dressings, My Goodies Bakery, Cinco de Mayo Salsas and more.  Be sure to check out www.onlyinoakland.org for up to date information on new vendors.
  The Oakland Business Improvement District is joined with several partners and sponsors to make this event possible:  UPMC, UPMC Health Plan, University of Pittsburgh, Community Development Block Grant, PNC Bank, Dollar Bank, and the PA Neighborhood Partnership Program (NPP).
  For more information, contact the Oakland Business Improvement District at 412-683-6243 or visit our website: www.onlyinoakland.org.

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July 31, October 13, December 1, 2010 & March 2011
Upcoming Events from Educating Teens about HIV/AIDS, Inc.
July 31 - Christmas in July Traditional Christmas Celebration and Dinner
October 13 - Help welcome Miss America to Pittsburgh for “Reclaiming Our Youth through Community Connections, III” Conference.
December 1 - The Sixth Annual Red Ribbon Gala in observance of World AIDS Day
March 2011 - Eleventh Annual Educating Teens about HIV/AIDS Month
For more information, visit www.educatingteens.org.

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July 31 and August 1
Ujamaa Collective opens Ujamaa Marketplace on Center Avenue in the Hill District
The Ujamaa Collective, an emerging cooperative of women business owners of African descent will open their long anticipated artists’ market in the Centre Avenue business corridor featuring environmentally friendly and handmade jewelry, body care items, crafts, fresh produce and organic, gourmet, and international foods. The Ujamaa Marketplace will open for business July 31, 2010 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and August 1 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. where they will hold their first open-air market weekend at 2030 Centre Avenue in the heart of the Pittsburgh’s historic Hill District.
The Ujamaa Marketplace is a project of the Hill District based Ujamaa Collective, a black women’s cooperative committed to green entrepreneurship and cooperative business innovation.  The Ujamaa Marketplace provides booths and tables entrepreneurs in the early stages of their development to showcase their handmade wares, foods and goods.
Ujamaa Collective is an organization of women of African descent who are artisans and entrepreneurs committed to servant-leadership in Pittsburgh’s black communities. Ujamaa Collective exercises a non-traditional approach to overcoming the long-standing economic and racial disparities in Pittsburgh’s small business economy. “We intend to increase the net worth of black women in our communities exponentially,” says Ujamaa Collective member, Yejide KMT. “The Ujamaa marketplace is one component of our holistic solution for the economic crisis facing our communities.”
The women of Ujamaa have raised capital for their marketplace and received generous in-kind and funding support from the Heinz Endowments Innovation Economy Fund, McAuley Ministries, the Hill House Hill Association and Pittsburgh Keystone Innovation Zone and Sankofa Community Empowerment.
The weekend Ujamaa Marketplace will feature product samples, taste testing and gift give-a-ways.  African drummers, a jazz set, gospel choir and open mike session will create the  perfect ambience for a weekend celebration of black women bringing their best products to trade with the region.
For more information about the Ujamaa Collective/Ujamaa Marketplace please contact Karen Eady - Locket at (412) 414-7496.

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August 2, 2010
Sixth Annual Sisters Of St. Francis Golf Tournament To
Feature New Format And Venue
The WashGolfers are invited to participate in the sixth annual Sisters of St. Francis of the Neumann
Communities (Millvale) Golf Tournament on Monday, August 2 at Sewickley Heights Golf Club, 126
Backbone Road in Sewickley, Pa., 15143.
Participants will enjoy the new shamble (modified scramble) format as they play 18 holes of golf with
a 12 p.m. shotgun start. There will be opportunities to win a variety of unique skill and hole-in-one
prizes. Lunch, dinner and a silent auction are also part of the day’s events. Sponsorships, underwriting
support, golfers, silent auction items and gift certificates are welcome. Proceeds benefit the mission
and ministries of the Sisters of St. Francis of the Neumann Communities as they serve people in need.
With central administrative offices in Syracuse, N.Y., the Sisters of St. Francis represent a congregation
of more than 500 vowed women religious who serve in the ministries of education, healthcare,
pastoral care, the missions, social services and retreat work in 32 dioceses and archdioceses around
the world, including Hawaii, Kenya, Peru and Puerto Rico. In Millvale, the sisters are sponsors of
Franciscan ministries that include: Mount Alvernia Day Care, Learning Center and Montessori Preschool;
Tabor House of Prayer; and Change a Heart: Franciscan Volunteer Program, to name a few.
Those wishing to make a tax-deductible donation to the Sisters of St. Francis may send a check or
money order to: Sisters of St. Francis, Attn: Golf, 146 Hawthorne Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15209.
For more information about the Sisters of St. Francis, Millvale Golf Tournament, please call the golf
tournament office at 412-821-2200, extension 217.

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August 12 - 15, 2010

Exciting Summer Activities for Children with Asthma!
The American Respiratory Alliance can help make your child’s summer more enjoyable!  If your child has asthma and is looking to have some fun we have the perfect camp!
Join us August 12-15, 2010 for Camp Huff-n-Puff!  This four-day adventure for children ages 8-13 years old is the perfect way for children with asthma to have fun!  Located at the Jumonville Camp and Conference Center in Hopwood, PA (near Uniontown), children can come learn, laugh and breathe easy! 
Camp Huff-n-Puff provides campers with asthma education classes are mixed in with a true camp experience and are taught by qualified medical staff. Each session is designed to teach proper asthma management skills and help the children gain self-confidence and independence.  But, that’s not all! Camp Huff-n-Puff is all about having fun!  The camp incorporates crafts, games, hiking, sports, swimming, a Saturday night dance, smores and special surprises.  It all adds up to an exciting four days.  Registration is only $125 but scholarships are still available so call today at 1-800-220-1990 for your registration packet.
The American Respiratory Alliance of Western Pennsylvania is dedicated to the prevention and control of lung disease through education, training, direct services, research funding, and advocacy.  Every dollar raised by the Respiratory Alliance remains in western Pennsylvania to provide programs and services for the prevention and control of lung disease for the residents of this region, and it is the only local lung health organization that can make this guarantee.
For more information on asthma or other services provided by the American Respiratory Alliance, please call 1-800-220-1990 or visit www.healthylungs.org.

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August 14, 2010
Seventh Annual Camp Healing Hearts
Camp Healing Hearts, Family Hospice and Palliative Care’s seventh annual free day camp for grieving children, ages 6-12, and their parent(s) or guardian(s), will be held Saturday, August 14 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at The Center for Compassionate Care, 50 Moffett St., Mt. Lebanon.
Camp Healing Hearts is conducted by Family Hospice’s experienced bereavement specialists, and consists of fun and healing exercises that help children realize that their feelings are normal – and shared by others. Activities include art and music sessions, the creation of a memory box, educational obstacle course, lunch and more.
There is no cost to attend, thanks to generous funding. Camp Healing Hearts is open to the community, and registrations are now being accepted. To register, call the Family Hospice Bereavement Department at 412-572-8829. Space is limited, register by July 30.
The death of a loved one can be a devastating experience, especially for children. Through the efforts of Camp Healing Hearts, children learn to express their feelings and come to realize they are not alone in their grief.

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August 14, 2010
2010 Preemie Conference
Babies in the NICU, a statewide preemie conference will be held Saturday, August 14 at 7 a.m. The conference will be held at the Western PA School for Blind Children in Pittsburgh.
Preemie for a Day is an interactive, multi-sensory training program that contrasts the experience of the infant in a traditional environment to a developmentally supportive one. This unique program includes an overview of developmental care as well as hands-on workshops on admissions, positioning, feeding and addressing the needs of the family.
A variety of breakout sessions will be available throughout the day. Topics include Adoptions, Breastfeeding, Bereavement, Early Intervention, Maternal Mental Health, Dads in the NICU, Medical Assistance/SSI/MAPT and much, much more.
For further details and to register visit www.parentresourcenetwork.org and click on 2010 Preemie Conference. Interested in being a vendor at this event or supporting with a sponsorship? Contact a conference representative at babiesinthenicu@parentresourcenetwork.org.

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September 25, 2010
Alzheimer’s Association Memory Walk®
The Alzheimer’s Association is inviting the Washington and Greene County Area residents to become Champions in the fight against Alzheimer’s by participating in the annual Alzheimer’s Association Memory Walk®.  Peterswood Park will be the site of the Memory Walk on Saturday, September 25 at 8:00 a.m.
Alzheimer’s disease is a growing epidemic that is now the seventh leading cause of death in the United States.  It is estimated that someone in America develops Alzheimer's disease every 70 seconds.  By mid-century someone will develop Alzheimer’s disease every 33 seconds.
The Alzheimer’s Association Memory Walk is an empowering event that gives participants an opportunity to be Champions by taking action and raising funds to fight Alzheimer’s.  In addition to the short walk, participants will enjoy food, beverage, music, raffles, and door prizes.   
For more information, call 412-261-5040. 

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September 28, 2010
Passavant Hospital Foundation Announces a Day-Long
Women’s Health and Fitness Expo
Passavant Hospital Foundation has announced a day-long Women’s Health and Fitness Expo. This free day-long event featuring seminars, workshops, exhibits and screenings is open to women of all ages, as well as to the men who love them. It is a day 'just for you" to meet the experts. 
This health expo is intended for women to come together and learn how to lead a healthier, more active and more fulfilling life. 
The Women’s Health and Fitness Expo will be held at the Passavant Hospital Foundation Conference Center and Legacy Theatre, located on the campus of Cumberland Woods. The day’s events begin at 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, September 28. 
Lectures include: 
• Osteoporosis, by Dr. Anna Dumont
• Spine Care, by Dr. Matt El-Kadi
• Cardiology, by Dr. Suad Ismail
• GI Disorders, by Dr. Krysia Zancosky
• Incontinence, by Dr. Jerry Lowder
• Menopause, by Dr. Mary Beth Peterson

Space is limited; early registration is strongly suggested. To register call 1-800-533-8762, Option #1, Monday - Friday, between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. or go to www.passavanthospitalfoundation.org.
For professionals looking to further their education credits, the programming includes the opportunity to earn continuing education credits. This continuing nursing education activity was approved by The University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) Provider Unit, an approved provider of continuing nursing education by PA State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. Attendees must attend a full session and complete an evaluation in order to receive one credit. At this Expo there will be seven (7) sessions conducted whereby attendees will have the opportunity to earn up to seven (7) continuing education credits throughout this one day seminar! 
The Women’s Health and Fitness Expo is offered in collaboration with Passavant Hospital Foundation and UPMC Passavant.

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October 2, 2010
Irv Popkin Fantasy Walk
Join the Parkinson Foundation of Western Pennsylvania at the Irv Popkin Fantasy Walk – this year to Phipps Conservatory for “A Walk Through Paradise” – on Saturday, October 2 from 1 – 4 p.m. Eat lunch in the tropical forest, nestled among lush greenery and waterfalls. Nothing can compare to the feeling of taking action on behalf of yourself or your loved one with Parkinson disease … be a Fantasy Walker and raise funds for the Parkinson Foundation. For more information, call (412) 365-2086 or e-mail Debbie Popkin Rudoy at drudoy@pfwpa.org

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October 7, 2010
Matt Smith Senior Expo
The Galleria

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November 6, 2010
SAVE THE DATE!
American Diabetes Association Expo and join the movement to Stop Diabetes.
David L. Lawrence Convention Center • 9:00 am — 4:00 pm 

A new look…..A new date  in American Diabetes Month
EXPO provides the most comprehensive array of diabetes-related products, services and information
available under one roof!
EXPO is the largest EXPO for people with diabetes, those at risk for diabetes, their caregivers,
healthcare professionals and anyone interested in healthy living!

How-to product demonstrations
Free Samples and information
Exciting lectures and workshops
Cooking & Exercise demonstrations
Free Health Screenings
One-on-one access to medical professionals
Interactive Youth Zone 
wwww.diabetes.org/community-events/expo/  
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Ongoing Meetings

Second Monday of each month
Bariatric surgeon to see patients in Franklin, will offer free seminar
Christopher J. Myers, MD, minimally invasive bariatric and general surgeon with the UPMC Horizon
Bariatric Surgery Center, will offer a free bariatric surgery information seminar at UPMC-Orthopedic
and Sports Medicine Associates.
        Dr. Myers is a graduate of the University of Dublin, Trinity College, Ireland. He completed
surgical residencies at the Cleveland Clinic, the Mayo Clinic, and UPMC Mercy, and recently completed
a minimally invasive surgery fellowship at Duke University Medical Center, Durham, N.C. During his
fellowship, he co-authored two book chapters, several abstracts, and manuscripts dealing with
bariatric surgery. Some of his research activities have been presented at national bariatric and
minimally invasive surgery conferences.
Dr. Myers is a member of the American College of Surgeons, the Society of American Gastrointestinal
and Endoscopic Surgeons, and the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. He performs
minimally invasive bariatric and general surgery at UPMC Horizon.
This is the second satellite office for the Bariatric Center to open in recent months; Dr. Myers also
began seeing patients at the Womancare Center of UPMC Horizon in November. The main office is
located at Horizon Surgical Associates-UPMC, 428 S. Main St., Greenville, where Dr. Myers sees
patients in association with James J. Kolenich, MD, and Etwar McBean, MD.
        Dr. Myers will continue to hold information seminars at the Franklin office the second Monday
of every month. To register for the seminar or to schedule an appointment with Dr. Myers, call
724-588-6660. UPMC-Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Associates is located at 44 Circle St., Franklin.

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Canonsburg General Community Events
Canonsburg General Hospital Offers Free Health
Education Programs
Are you looking for a speaker for your club or organization?
Through Canonsburg General Hospital’s Speaker Series, physicians and other health care
professionals can present a program on a wide variety of health-related topics at no cost.
For a copy of the Speaker Series brochure, call the Community Relations Department at
(724) 873-5835.

Canonsburg General Hospital Offers Medivan Service
Area residents who need transportation to Canonsburg General Hospital for testing or surgery can use
the Hospital’s free Medivan service, operated by Canonsburg Ambulance. The service cannot
accommodate patients in wheelchairs. Transportation must be scheduled at least one day prior to use
to avoid delays for other riders. To schedule transportation, call (724) 745-6911.

Canonsburg General Hospital Offers Free Medication Record Keeping Resource
Canonsburg General Hospital pharmacists are offering a free medication record for people to list
prescription and over-the-counter medications currently being used.
To obtain a free copy of the hospital’s medication record, call the Community Relations Department at
(724) 873-5835.

Canonsburg General Hospital’s Physician Access Service Available
Need a physician? Call Canonsburg General Hospital's Physician Access at 1-877-284-2000. In addition
to basic information such as name and phone numbers, callers can ask about which insurance plans
are accepted. Other information such as number of years in practice, office locations and appointment
hours, board certifications and specialty areas of expertise are also available.
A Communications Associate is available from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Canonsburg General Hospital Offers Ask-a-pharmacist
Canonsburg General Hospital registered pharmacist, Mary Ann Brown, R.Ph., can be reached by
telephone to answer questions regarding prescription and over-the-counter medications. This free
service is available Monday through Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Callers should be sure to have the medicines available when speaking with the pharmacist. The
service does not replace a physician's advice, but is meant to answer some of the most common
questions regarding medications.
The Ask-A-Pharmacist number is (724) 873-5893.

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Concordia Events
Concordia Hosts Alzheimer’s Support Group Meetings
Concordia Lutheran Ministries’ Adult Day Services (ADS) hosts an Alzheimer’s/Dementia Caregiver
Support Group meeting on the second Tuesday of every month at 2:00 p.m. in the newly remodeled
ADS program area on the ground floor of the Lund Care Center at 136 Marwood Road in Cabot.
The meetings are free and open to all caregivers of individuals living with Alzheimer’s or dementia.
Each session covers a different topic related to caregiving. Adult care is available during the meeting.
To RSVP or receive additional information, call the Concordia director of adult day services at
(724) 352-1571 ext. 8271 or visit www.concordialm.org.

Concordia Provides Speakers’ Bureau
for Community Organizations
Concordia Lutheran Ministries is offering its Speakers’ Bureau for community groups and service
organizations that wish to have a speaker discuss important health and senior-related issues.
Having a speaker from Concordia is free and simple to set up. Call Concordia’s Public Relations
Department at (724) 352-1571 ext. 8266 and request the topic of interest. Concordia will then match
the appropriate speaker to the topic. Requests should be made four weeks in advance.
Some regular topics include: Medicare, Medical Assistance, Insurance, Estate Planning, Healthy Living,
CPR Certification, Pharmacy and Medication Management, Hospice, Medical Equipment Usage, Assisted
Living, Rehabilitation After Surgery or Illness, Alzheimer’s/Dementia Caregiving, Home Care, and more.
If there are additional topics of interest not on the list, Concordia will try to accommodate the request.
For more information, call Concordia at (724) 352-1571 ext. 8266 or visit www.concordialm.org.

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Ohio Valley General Hospital Events

Ohio Valley General Hospital Hosts Community Wellness
Programs
The OVGH Diabetic Educator offers “Living Well with Diabetes.” The program is designed to help
empower the person with Type 1, Type 2, and Gestational diabetes, and pre-diabetes, to lead a
healthier life. Call 412-777-6205 to register.

The Emergency Department offers “Care A Lot for Tots.” This program is designed for preschool
groups to tour the Emergency Department in a non-stressful atmosphere. They can have a fun,
positive experience in the hospital. Call 412-777-6271 to schedule your class or group.
For more information on Ohio Valley General Hospital, please visit www.ohiovalleyhospital.org.

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Cancer Caring Center Programs
The Cancer Caring Center is pleased to announce two new ongoing programs at two locations.
“What’s On Your Plate?” will be led by Leslie Bonci, MPH, RD, CSSD, LDN, on the second Tuesday of
each month, from 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. at the Cancer Caring Center Headquarters in Bloomfield,
4117 Liberty Avenue. Leslie will “set the table” by discussing the timing of eating, food amounts and
choices and invite guests to ask questions.
“Laughter Club Yoga,” led by Dave Russell, M.Ed., will be held at the First Unitarian Church of Pittsburgh
in Shadyside on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. During this
interactive process, Dave discusses laughter and how the art of laughing can help reduce stress and
increase deeper breathing.
Programs are free but registration is requested by calling (412) 622-1212. For more information,
visit www.cancercaring.org or twitter.com/Cancercaring.

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