Enhance Wellness, Knowledge in New Lunch & Learn Series
MyMichigan Medical Center Saginaw invites the community to attend a new enriching and educational series designed to enhance wellness and knowledge. The Wellness Wednesday Lunch & Learn Series begins in October and sessions will take place in the Health Education Center and Lecture Hall on the Medical Center campus at 800 S. Washington, in Saginaw. Doors open at 11 a.m., with the program running from 11:15 a.m. to 1 p.m. Participants may attend individual sessions for a fee of $10 each or purchase a series of three for $25.
The series kicks off with “Navigating the Digital World” on Wednesday, Oct. 8. Scott D. Klein, resident agent in charge at the U.S. Secret Service Saginaw Resident Office, will lead a discussion on online security in today’s digital age. Attendees will learn about the top financial and cyber-enabled crimes affecting Michigan, gaining insights into how to identify and respond to scams. The session will also include refresher training on counterfeit currency and digital assets.
The second session will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 22, and will focus on “Brain Power – Stroke Awareness.” Led by Faith Fuentes, M.D., neurologist and stroke program medical director at MyMichigan Health, and supported by Gordon Siu, stroke program coordinator, and Tracy Bruff, stroke nurse navigator, this session will educate attendees on recognizing stroke symptoms, understanding risk factors, and knowing the necessary steps to take in an emergency.
The series concludes with “Embracing the Gray: Healthy Aging and What You Need to Know” on Wednesday, Oct. 29. Saad Chaudhry, M.D., geriatrician and assistant professor in internal medicine, will guide participants through a discussion on healthy aging. This session will explore normal changes associated with aging and signs of abnormal aging, empowering individuals to maintain health and independence throughout the aging process.
Registration is required for the Wellness Wednesday Lunch & Learn Series. Those interested in attending may sign up online at www.mymichigan.org/saginawlunch. Those interested in more information or needing assistance with registration may contact Michelle Birch at (989) 907-8300 or email michelle.birch@mymichigan.org.
