Health Watch

EDUCATION

* Today: “The Bogeyman in the Closet,” a discussion for people with cancer and their families, will focus on fear of dying and living life to the fullest. The Wellness Community-Foothills, Suite 118, 200 E. Del Mar Blvd., Pasadena. 7-9 p.m. Free. (626) 796-1083.

* Today: HeartSaver CPR class, for heart attack survivors and their partners. Huntington Memorial Hospital, South Room, 100 W. California Blvd., Pasadena. 5-9 p.m. $15. Registration: (626) 397-3124.

* Wednesday: A nutrition class led by a dietitian will provide information on label reading, fats and eating at restaurants. Little Company of Mary Hospital, Del E. Webb Center for Health Education, 4101 Torrance Blvd., Torrance. 11 a.m.-noon. Free. Reservations: (310) 540-7676, Ext. 4251.

* Thursday: A relaxation and visualization class will help cancer patients cope with pain and the side effects of chemotherapy and radiation treatments. The Wellness Community-Foothills, Suite 118, 200 E. Del Mar Blvd., Pasadena. 6-6:45 p.m. Free. (626) 796-1083.

* Saturday: “Take Charge of Your Health: Learn About Breast Self-Exams,” Northridge Hospital, Roscoe Campus Women’s Center, 18300 Roscoe Blvd., Northridge. 10 a.m. Free. Reservations: (818) 885-8500, Ext. 4761.

EVENTS

* Saturday: The South Coast YMCA in Laguna Nigel is presenting the third annual Orange County Senior Games today through Aug. 14. The games will feature 17 sporting events, including running, swimming, walking and throwing. Senior athletes from all backgrounds and skill levels are invited to participate. Entry fee includes a registration fee of $20, plus an individual event fee that varies depending on the sport. (949) 495-9622.

SCREENINGS

* Tuesday: Blood pressure screening. San Pedro Peninsula Hospital, 1300 W. 7th St. Noon-4 p.m. Free. (310) 832-3311, Ext. 6102.

* Friday: Blood pressure screening, Glendale Memorial Hospital’s 50+ department, Senior Services Center, 1330 S. Glendale Ave. 10:30 a.m. Free. (818) 502-2396.

SUPPORT GROUPS

* Today: An ongoing networking group for men recently diagnosed with prostate cancer will meet at the Wellness Community-South Bay Cities, Suite 100, 109 W. Torrance Blvd., Redondo Beach. 6-8 p.m. (310) 376-3550.

* Wednesday: SHHH (Self Help for the Hard of Hearing), for those 55 and over. Joslyn Adult Center, 1301 W. Olive Ave., Burbank. 1:30 p.m. (818) 238-5353.

* Wednesday: Diabetes group, San Pedro Peninsula Hospital, Four West Conference Room, 1300 W. 7th St. 3:30-5 p.m. (310) 832-3311, Ext. 6041.

* Wednesday: South Bay osteoporosis group will discuss nonsurgical treatment for vertebral fractures. Little Company of Mary Hospital, Meeting Room, Del E. Webb Center for Health Education Building, 4101 Torrance Blvd., Torrance. 7 p.m. Free. Reservations: (310) 325-7048.

* Saturday: Overeaters anonymous group for women, San Pedro Peninsula Hospital, fourth floor, 1300 W. 7th St. 10:15 a.m.-noon. (310) 832-3311, Ext. 6047.

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