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Monthly LVHN Events and Happenings

Find out what’s happening in July at LVHN and in the community

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Find out what’s happening  LVHN and in the community

From educational programs to community events, Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) has so much to share. Join our events to get to know LVHN doctors and clinicians, learn health tips and stay up to date.

We regularly update our program calendar, so be sure to check our full list of events or call 888-402-LVHN (5846) for program information.

And be sure to check out a sampling of observances in July July for ideas on how you can make the most of them.

Below is a list of events coming up in July:

Tuesday, Jul. 08
Mobile Mammography Coach Breast Cancer Screenings
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Health Center at Hamburg
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Tuesday, Jul. 08
Evento virtual de información gratis sobre cirugías para perder peso (cirugías bariátricas) – Sesión en ESPAÑOL
12:00 PM to 1:30 PM
Virtual/Online
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Wednesday, Jul. 09
Mobile Mammography Coach Breast Cancer Screenings
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Health Center at Hamburg
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Thursday, Jul. 10
Lehigh Valley Topper Cancer Institute Breast Cancer Support Group at S. Cedar Crest
2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
John and Dorothy Morgan Cancer Center
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Thursday, Jul. 10
Free Hernia Screening
4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
LVPG General, Bariatric and Trauma Surgery–1240 Cedar Crest
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Friday, Jul. 11
Mobile Mammography Coach Breast Cancer Screenings
9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Health Center at Blakeslee
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Friday, Jul. 11
Introduction to Mindfulness
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Virtual/Online
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Saturday, Jul. 12
Open House – Health Center at Tower Place and Women's Health Center
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Health Center at Tower Place
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Monday, Jul. 14
Mobile Mammography Coach Breast Cancer Screenings
9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Health Center at Blakeslee
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Monday, Jul. 14
Amputee Support Group
5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Room 6, Richard Fleming Educational Conference Center inside Medical Imaging of Lehigh Valley Educational Conference Center, Kasych Family Pavilion
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Tuesday, Jul. 15
Mobile Mammography Coach Breast Cancer Screenings
9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Mountain Healthcare Center at Tobyhanna
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Tuesday, Jul. 15
Parkinson's Disease Support Group
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Room C, The Frank Banko Educational Conference Center, LVH–Muhlenberg
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Tuesday, Jul. 15
Introduction to Mindful Self-Compassion
5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
Room 9, Richard Fleming Educational Conference Center, Kasych Family Pavilion
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Tuesday, Jul. 15
Mindful Kids
5:45 PM to 6:30 PM
Health Center at Macungie
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Tuesday, Jul. 15
CPR Classes
6:00 PM to 10:00 PM
GEM-EMI, First Floor, LVHN–Mack Boulevard
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Tuesday, Jul. 15
ONLINE Empowered Relief Training for Patients
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Virtual/Online
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Wednesday, Jul. 16
Mobile Mammography Coach Breast Cancer Screenings
9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Mountain Healthcare Center at Tobyhanna
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Wednesday, Jul. 16
Perioperative Hiring Event
4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Rooms 7 & 8, Richard Fleming Educational Conference Center inside Medical Imaging of Lehigh Valley Educational Conference Center, Kasych Family Pavilion
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Thursday, Jul. 17
Mobile Mammography Coach Breast Cancer Screenings
9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Health Center at West End
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Thursday, Jul. 17
Introduction to Mindfulness
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Room A, The Frank Banko Educational Conference Center, LVH–Muhlenberg
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Thursday, Jul. 17
Virtual Weight Loss Surgery Free Information Event
6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Virtual/Online
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Thursday, Jul. 17
Support Group for Survivors of Suicide Loss
7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
LVH–Cedar Crest Solutions Salon (next to the auditorium)
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Friday, Jul. 18
Mobile Mammography Coach Breast Cancer Screenings
9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Health Center at West End
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Friday, Jul. 18
Lehigh Valley Topper Cancer Institute Breast Cancer Support Group at LVH–Hecktown Oaks
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Lehigh Valley Hospital–Hecktown Oaks
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Monday, Jul. 21
Brain Warriors: A Support Group for Stroke Survivors
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Room 9, Richard Fleming Educational Conference Center, Kasych Family Pavilion
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Monday, Jul. 21
Virtual Weight Loss Surgery Free Information Event
6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Virtual/Online
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Tuesday, Jul. 22
Lehigh Valley Topper Cancer Institute Breast Cancer Support Group at LVH–Pocono
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Lehigh Valley Hospital–Pocono
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Tuesday, Jul. 22
RN and Nursing Support Interview Day
3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Rooms C and D, The Frank Banko Educational Conference Center, LVH–Muhlenberg
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Thursday, Jul. 24
Introduction to Mindfulness
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Virtual/Online
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Thursday, Jul. 24
Shoulder Pain Info Session
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Second Floor, Dale & Frances Hughes Cancer Center at LVH–Pocono
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Monday, Jul. 28
Mobile Mammography Coach Breast Cancer Screenings
9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Allentown Fairgrounds
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Monday, Jul. 28
Type 2 Diabetes Support Group
6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Health & Wellness Center at Cedar Crest, Education Room 1
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Wednesday, Jul. 30
Mobile Mammography Coach Breast Cancer Screenings
9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
LVPG Family Med – Orefield
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Wednesday, Jul. 30
Introduction to Mindful Communication
12:00 PM to 1:30 PM
Virtual/Online
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Thursday, Jul. 31
Mobile Mammography Coach Breast Cancer Screenings
9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
LVPG Family Med – Orefield
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A sampling of observances in July

The month of July has many observances related to health, health care and more. Here is a brief list of observances and helpful information to keep you in the know:

Healthy Vision Month

Are you having issues with your eyes? From vision changes to eye dryness, here are 5 signs you need to see an ophthalmologist.

National Picnic Month

Friendly reminder: Don’t hold the mayo. Despite what people often think, mayonnaise is not the cause of foodborne illness in many picnic foods. However, here is what you should look out for so you don’t accidentally poison your friends or family.

July 3: National Stay Out of the Sun Day

Getting as little as a few serious sunburns during childhood can increase your risk for skin cancer in the future. These tips can help you minimize your child’s risk for sunburn.

July 4: Fourth of July

Keep your freedom celebration accident-free by celebrating Independence Day, the safe way. Here are the top four reasons people find themselves spending their Fourth of July holiday in the emergency room.

July 18: World Listening Day

Have you heard the latest? Hearing loss is one of the leading causes of dementia. Here's why.

July 20: National Ice Cream Day

Besides today being everyone’s favorite, it’s a great day to get the scoop on Lehigh Valley Health Network–Tower Place, featuring Health Center at Tower Place and Women’s Health Center. It’s the first facility of its kind in our region to provide specialized and dedicated care for women.

July 23: Hot Enough for Ya? Day

Summer is expected to be hot. But many people don’t realize that spending prolonged time outdoors in the heat can lead to severe illness and even death. Knowing these signs and symptoms of heat illness can save your life.

July 31: National Avocado Day

Avocado-related injuries are an increasing cause of emergency room visits across the country, including at LVHN’s EDs. Learn the "Avoca-do’s" and don’ts of peeling and pitting an avocado here.

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