Memphis, Tenn., Mar. 7, 2002 - Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women, located at 6225 Humphreys Blvd., will offer free community seminars in the hospital's educational classrooms during the month of March.

The seminars are part of the Dr. Sam P. Patterson Library Seminar Series, which address health and wellness issues from stress to reducing the risk of heart disease. Reservations are required and can be made 24 hours a day by calling 1-800-4-BAPTIST or (901) 227-8478.

The Baptist Women's Hospital is the first of its kind in Memphis and one of only a few freestanding women's hospitals in the nation. Click on the following link for more information about Baptist Memorial Hospital for Women. For more information about Baptist seminars and events, please visit the Calendar of Events page.

"When Blue Is Not Your Favorite Color"
Tuesday, March 19, 1-2 p.m.
Mary Beth Wiggins, licensed clinical social worker
Depression affects many people and often goes undiagnosed and untreated. This seminar will teach the signs and symptoms of depression, how it presents itself in the life cycles of women and ways to effectively treat this disorder.

"Life's Decisions"
Friday, March 22, 8:30 a.m. -noon
A two-part seminar series
Session 1:
"Excellent End of Life Care: The Ethical High Ground"
Robert Orr, M.D., director of clinical ethics, The Center for Bioethics and Human Dignity
Find out how your personal beliefs affect your decisions surrounding end-of-life care. Learn ways to communicate with your physician about making these important decisions. Explore options, such as hospice or palliative care, for yourself or a loved one.

Session 2:
"Lessons of Loss: Grief and the Quest for Meaning"
Robert Neimeyer, Ph.D., clinical psychologist, University of Memphis Psychology Department
This presentation will explore the process of grief after loss and how it affects our lives. Learn about grief interventions and how to deal with losses, such as loss of health, independence or a loved one, effectively.

"Getting the Facts About Colorectal Cancer"
Tuesday, March 26, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Eric Fowler, Baptist Cancer Institute
Colorectal cancer is one of the most commonly diagnosed cancers in America today, but few are aware of the risk factors, methods of detection, prevention tactics or treatment methods. This seminar will help you become better informed about this disease. Knowledge is your best defense!

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