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EVENTS ▸
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Methodist Richardson Medical Center
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Winter 2011 – 2012
SHINE is published quarterly for the friends and supporters of
METHODIST RICHARDSON MEDICAL CENTER.
E. Kenneth Hutchenrider Jr., FACHE
President, Methodist Richardson Medical Center
Kathleen Beathard, APR
Vice President, Public Relations &Marketing,
Methodist Health System
Mary Katherine DeBardeleben
Director, Methodist Richardson
Community and Public Relations
Sarah Cohen
Publication Specialist/Editor, Methodist Health System
Call 972-4 DR LINE (972-437-5463) or visit
MethodistHealthSystem.org
for more information about
physician referrals, seminars, services, and more.
The information presented in this magazine should be viewed
for general purposes only and should not be construed
as prescribed medical advice. Please consult your private
physician for further information or evaluation.
Models may be used in photos and illustrations.
The Methodist Richardson Medical Center Foundation is a not-
for-profit 501(c)(3) organization that supports health education
and awareness in the community.
Copyright ©2011 Coffey Communications, Inc.
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Colorectal Cancer Home Screening
Nov. 1 to 30
$5 (cash)
Please call
972-4 DR LINE
(
972-437-5463
) to request a colorectal cancer home screening
test. The test, called a fecal occult blood test, is simple to complete and is evaluated by an
independently practicing gastroenterologist on the medical staff at Methodist Richardson
and the staff at Digestive Health Associates of Texas. Results will be mailed to you following
the evaluation.
Food for Life
Four-class nutrition and cooking class series
Mondays, Jan. 23, 30, Feb. 6, 13, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Methodist Richardson Cancer Center, 2805 E. President George Bush Turnpike, in Richardson
$30 fee covers all four classes and includes healthy, delicious food samples.
Most Americans are not aware that good dietary choices can help prevent cancer. The
“Food for Life” nutrition and cooking classes are designed to educate people about the
value of a healthy diet in preventing and even surviving cancer.
In this interactive series, you will sample new recipes and learn how to put good dietary
practices into action. The class topics are:
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“Introduction to How Foods Fight Cancer and Fueling Up on Low-Fat, High-Fiber Foods”
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“Favoring Fiber and Discovering Dairy Alternatives”
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“Meat Alternatives and Cancer-Fighting Compounds”
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“Healthy Weight Control.”
Registration is required; call
972-4 DR LINE
(
972-437-5463
).