HUNTINGTON — Marshall Health Network is offering the following community events and screenings for the second half of December. For up-to-date listing of events and screenings, visit .
Monday, Dec. 16 - Tuesday, Dec. 31
Wellness Blood Profiles: Marshall Health Network is offering low-cost wellness blood profiles that can be used to help understand a personòòò½ÊÓƵ™s general health. The profile includes 29 different tests, such as glucose, cholesterol and calcium, and is available for $25. Additional tests are available, with the purchase of a blood profile, for hemoglobin A1C and thyroid-stimulating hormone at an additional cost of $5 per test. A Vitamin D test or Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) test can also be added to the profile for an additional $15. Lab work should be performed while fasting. No appointment is required. 7 a.m. to noon, Monday-Friday (except holidays) at Cabell Huntington Hospital Lab, 20th Street Professional Building, 1115 20th St., Huntington; 8 a.m. to noon, Monday-Friday (except holidays) at St. Maryòòò½ÊÓƵ™s Medical Campus Ironton, 1408 Campbell Drive, Ironton.
Vascular Screenings: Screenings are available for peripheral vascular disease, carotid artery and abdominal aortic aneurysm. The cost is $45 for each test or $99 for all three tests. Cash, check or credit cards are accepted. Screenings are by appointment only. Monday-Friday (except holidays) in the Vascular Lab, St. Maryòòò½ÊÓƵ™s Regional Heart Institute, first floor. To schedule an appointment: 304-526-1492.
Monday, Dec. 16
Sisters of Hope Breast Cancer Support Group: This is a free support group for women with breast cancer under the direction of surgical breast oncologist Mary Legenza, MD. 5:30 p.m., Edwards Cancer Institute, Resource Room, 1600 Medical Center Drive, Huntington. More information: 304-526-2443.
Mondays, Dec. 16, 23, 30
Zumba: Enjoy some fun, heart healthy exercise after work with instructor Autumn Harvey-Arthur. The class fee is $3. 5:15 to 6:15 p.m., HIMG Community Room, 3075 U.S. 60, Huntington. More information: 304-528-4600, ext. 1500.
Wednesday, Dec. 18
Free Foot Screenings: Free screenings include an exam, health education and giveaways for people with foot-related concerns or those having difficulty caring for them. Registered nurses will provide screenings. 9 to 11 a.m., St. Maryòòò½ÊÓƵ™s Wound and Hyperbaric Center, Ground Floor of St. Maryòòò½ÊÓƵ™s Medical Center. More information: 304-399-7450.
Walk-In Wednesday: Prospective job candidates are invited to participate in walk-in interviews for all clinical and non-clinical openings at Cabell Huntington Hospital (CHH), St. Maryòòò½ÊÓƵ™s Medical Center (SMMC), St. Maryòòò½ÊÓƵ™s Medical Management, HIMG and Scott Orthopedic Center. Applicants should bring a resume and may receive a conditional offer of employment the same day. Please note that Walk-in Wednesday at CHH is only held the first Wednesday of each month from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. CHH Atrium; 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at SMMC Human Resources, SMMC 4 West, and HIMG Front Desk. More information: 304-526-1944.
Weight Management Skills & Support Group: This support group provides strategies to incorporate nutrition and physical activity into your lifestyle, keep you motivated and address obstacles and pitfalls that make losing weight and keeping it off such a challenge. 5 to 6 p.m. Erma Ora Byrd Clinical Center, 1249 15th St., Huntington. More information: 304-691-1000.
Weight Loss Surgery Support Group: This free support group is for surgical weight loss patients and their loved ones. Everyone is welcome, and no RSVP is required. 5:15 to 6:15 p.m., HIMG Community Room, 3075 U.S. 60, Huntington. More information: 304-255-7600.
Thursdays, Dec. 19, 26
Zumba: Enjoy some fun, heart healthy exercise after work with instructor Autumn Harvey-Arthur. The class fee is $3. 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. HIMG Community Room, 3075 U.S. 60, Huntington. More information: 304-528-4600, ext. 1500.
Friday, Dec. 20
Grief Group Therapy: This free support group is open to anyone grieving a recent loss and offers helpful coping strategies. The group meets every Friday through December. 4 to 5 p.m., HIMG Community Room, 3075 U.S. 60, Huntington. To register: 304-399-2367.
Monday, Dec. 23
American Red Cross Blood Drive: This blood drive is in response to the current blood donation shortage. Attendees are asked to bring a photo ID or donor card to the drive. Walk-ins are welcome. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Cabell Huntington Hospital, Private Dining Room 1. To register: .
