News Release

UPMC NORTHWEST, VNA TO OFFER EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS

March 14, 2005 — UPMC Northwest and the Visiting Nurses Association of Venango County will offer the following community education programs and support groups during April. Unless otherwise noted, programs are free.

Diabetes Management – 6 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday, April 5, 7, 12 and 14, Seneca Place, Route 257, Seneca. Medical insurance may cover the registration fee. Information/registration: call UPMC Northwest, 814-676-7992.

Smoking Cessation – 5:30 p.m. Tuesdays for seven weeks beginning April 12, Seneca Place, Route 257, Seneca. Registration fee: $25. Information/registration: call UPMC Northwest, 814-677-1463.

Bereavement Support Group – 7 p.m. Thursday, April 14, Second Presbyterian Church, West First and Reed streets, Oil City. Information/registration: call VNA, 814-678-1111.

Cancer Support Group – 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 26, Second Presbyterian Church, West First and Reed streets, Oil City. Information/registration: call VNA, 814-678-1111.

Diabetes Support Group – 7 p.m. Wednesday, April 27, Seneca Place, Route 257, Seneca. Information/registration: call UPMC Northwest, 814-676-7992.

Stroke Support Group – 7 p.m. Thursday, April 28, Grace United Methodist Church, 350 Front St., Rocky Grove. Information/registration: call VNA, 814-678-4802.