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St. John’s Referral One is your source for information on health screenings, educational seminars, and support groups. We can even help you find a physician or specialist. Call 417-625-2000 or 800-638-7081 today!

Support Groups

St. John’s offers a variety of support groups for almost any condition. Call Referral One for a list of support groups, meeting times, and locations.

Health Screenings

All screenings held at St. John’s Health Connection at Northpark Mall. Registration required; call 417-625-2000.

Free Blood Pressure Screenings

Every Wednesday
7:30 to 10 a.m.

 

Seminars, Classes, and Programs

Stork University Prenatal Classes

This series of four classes is designed to assist parents and families in preparing for their new arrival. We also offer several “elective” classes, including breathing and relaxation, breast-feeding, infant CPR, and a sibling class. Call 417-625-BABY to enroll.

Walk Fit Program

You can walk your way to better health! St. John’s Walk Fit program will help keep you motivated. Call 417-625-2000 to enroll.

Alcohol’s Benefits For a Long Life

Tuesday, April 8
5:30 p.m.
St. John’s Health Connection at Northpark Mall
Presented by Susan Gutierrez, R.N., FNP-C. Free and open to the public. Call 417-625-2000 to register.

St. John’s Prestige Events

Prestige is a St. John’s program providing special services to people 50 years of age and older. Prestige members can take advantage of a variety of programs, health screenings, group travel opportunities, cafeteria discounts, and more. A lifetime membership costs $15. Call the Prestige Hotline to register for events or enroll in the program: 417-625-2962, toll-free 800-638-7015.

Special Events

St. John’s Life Fair

Saturday, March 29
8 a.m. to noon
Leggett & Platt Athletic Center
Join us for St. John’s Annual Life Fair! Free laboratory and health screenings, seminars, and informational booths. See details on page 3 or call 417-625-2000 for more information.

Body, Mind, and Soul Retreat

Saturday, April 19
9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Carl Junction United Methodist Church
Ladies: nurture your bodies, minds, and spirits at our 2nd annual retreat for women, sponsored by St. John’s SportsCare. Learn more about time management, cooking, health and exercise, stress reduction, and more! Our guest speaker is Cindy Dagnan, author of “The Chocolate Side of Life.” Cindy is a national speaker who touches women with humorfilled insight on letting go of perfectionism and making the tasks of life more practical.

Cost is $25 per person and includes breakfast, lunch and a gift bag. To register or for more information call 417-625-1054. You may also register online at www.stj.com.

Carbohydrates: Making Healthy Choices

Carbohydrates come in two basic types: simple and complex. Most of our carbohydrates should come from complex carbohydrates, providing energy, fiber, and essential vitamins and minerals. Starch and fiber are the primary ingredients of complex carbohydrates. Simple carbs are generally those found in foods containing sugars and in some fruits, vegetables, and their juices. With the exception of fruits and vegetables, foods high in simple carbohydrates provide less nutritional value.

Our healthy, delicious recipe (Tropical Eye-Openers), includes some wise choices for carbs: mango, banana, and low-fat yogurt. So drink up! Your body will thank you.