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This 4-week course will cover basic abdominal anatomy and physiology and will be aimed toward the non-medical population. Anatomy of the digestive tract, liver, gallbladder, appendix, pancreas, and spleen will be reviewed. The physiology, or function, of each organ will also be discussed. Finally, knowing basic anatomy and physiology, I will discuss common abdominal diseases: Gastro-esophageal reflux (GERD), stomach ulcers, Bariatric (obesity) surgery, bowel obstruction, Crohn's disease, colon cancer, diverticulitis, appendicitis, gallstones, pancreatic cancer, pancreatitis, cirrhosis of the liver, and the enlarged spleen. The diagnosis and treatment for each disease will also be covered briefly.
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This interactive course offers a hands-on understanding of dementia through Dementia Live®, providing participants with insights into how those with dementia may perceive and react to real-life situations. By experiencing sensory and cognitive challenges firsthand, participants will learn how to recognize behaviors that may escalate a crisis and discover effective ways to respond. The second session explores deeper caregiving strategies, reducing risks, and fostering supportive relationships for those with dementia. Active participation is encouraged, offering an immersive experience to better understand and assist individuals living with dementia.
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An overview of the major conditions treated by urologists, including kidney stones, prostate enlargement, erectile dysfunction, prostate and bladder and kidney cancers.
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We will discuss the benefits of meditation, the different types of meditation, have a short demonstration, leave with a guided meditation you can use daily, and end with a Q&A. Our lives are full of busy schedules and a constant stream of information to process, leaving most of us feeling highly stressed by the end of the day. Many people are turning to Meditation to boost our emotional and physical well-being. People who practice meditation as part of their regular routine have reported higher levels of happiness, patience, and compassion. They also show lower levels of stress and frustration, which leads to other benefits like lower blood pressure and increased energy levels.
Trinity Terrace
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STOP THE BLEED is part of a nationwide campaign to make our nation more resilient by better preparing the public to save lives if people nearby are severely bleeding. This preparation is being done by raising awareness and teaching people how to learn three quick actions to control serious bleeding before someone bleeds out: (1) How to use your hands to apply pressure to a wound; (2) How to pack a wound to control bleeding; (3) How to correctly apply a tourniquet. This class is one hour lecture and 30 minutes hands-on training.
Stevenson Oaks
- Section Code: F26FSFWEL006A
- Instructor: Paula Green
- Dates: 11/12/2026 - 11/12/2026
- Times: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
- Sessions: 1
- Days: Th
- Building: Stevenson Oaks
- Room: Fort Worth
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Falls are a significant public health concern, especially among older adults. Education and awareness are crucial in preventing falls and their associated injuries. This lecture presentation will provide information on the incidence and prevalence of falls for patients over 65 years old. We will identify personal and environmental factors that increase fall risk, such as age, balance problems, vision impairments, medications, and home hazards. We will also identify different programs/ courses available that can help mitigate the risk of a fall.
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Do you know and understand your healthcare rights & responsibilities? Have you documented your wishes? Reviewed your plan recently? Do your loved ones know your decisions made? Are you prepared in case of emergency? Invest 90 minutes to see if you might need to update your plan. Or learn how to plan from A to Z with Ultimate Champion’s Guide™ and prepare your documents.
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This course addresses the legal and ethical issues involved in vaccination policies. Topics include compulsory vaccination laws and vaccine requirements for entry to school and certain jobs; the tension between individual autonomy, parental rights, and the protection of children and the community; and vaccine safety.
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This course is full. If you would like to be added to the waitlist, click the Add to Waitlist button.
This class will open with a review of the mechanisms of sleep which were discussed in my spring semester course, "The Science of Sleep". However, it will focus more on the significance of dreams and nightmares. We will discuss how sleep effects our overall health and creativity, as well as how dreams are involved with problem solving and creativity. We will discuss topics such as lucid dreaming and how recurring nightmares can be resolved. The information will be based primarily on two books, "Why We Sleep" and "Nightmare Obscura". It is not necessary to read the books in order to participate in the course.
The Stayton
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This discussion will provide an overview of the history of vaccinations – historical developments and the expansion of their use. A description of the benefits and burdens of vaccines will enable the participant to understand the rise of their use and also to understand the vaccine hesitancy that has emerged in the last 25 years. There will be an overview of the Wakefield case as well as a description of a case of tetanus that occurred in the last ten years.
Stevenson Oaks
- Section Code: F26FSFHEA094A
- Instructor: Cynthiane Morgenweck
- Dates: 10/29/2026 - 10/29/2026
- Times: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
- Sessions: 1
- Days: Th
- Building: Stevenson Oaks
- Room: Fort Worth
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This course is full. If you would like to be added to the waitlist, click the Add to Waitlist button.
Have you ever come home from a doctor visit to be met with the question, "What did the doctor say?". The more important question may be why did the doctor say nothing or appear to be unconcerned. I hope to give some insight as to how we doctors think and what we are listening for as you tell us of your concerns. I hope to make this a fun and educational presentation with real world anecdotes and scenarios from 40 years of practicing medicine in Fort Worth.
Trinity Terrace
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This course is full. If you would like to be added to the waitlist, click the Add to Waitlist button.
Many seniors have multiple physicians prescribing a variety of drugs, and use several pharmacies. While in theory electronic health records help doctors and pharmacists keep everything in order, sometimes the systems fail to communicate. Join guest lecturer clinical pharmacologist Jacob Rogers, Pharm.D., as he discusses the potential consequences of prescription drugs and their interactions.
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Texas Christian University