CANANDAIGUA – The Diagnostic Imaging Department at UR Medicine’s Thompson Hospital, 350 Parrish St., will hold free varicose vein consultations on Tuesday, Sept. 29, from 4 to 7:30 p.m.
These consultations, with vein specialist Dr. David E. Lee, will be held by appointment only, with a limited number of appointments available. To schedule a free screening, call the Diagnostic Imaging Department at Thompson at (585) 396-6701.
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FARMINGTON – UR Medicine’s Thompson Health will hold the following public flu clinics in September and October:
• Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2:30-7 p.m., Farmington Town Hall, 1000 County Road 8
• Monday, Sept. 21, 3-7:30 p.m., Fishers Fire Department, 380 High St., Victor
• Wednesday, Sept. 23, 3-7 p.m., Shortsville Fire Department, 5 Sheldon St.
• Tuesday, Sept. 29, 4:30-7 p.m., HealthWorks, Thompson Medical Center, 1160 Corporate Drive, Farmington...
CANANDAIGUA – “Clucks for Bucks,” a chicken barbecue benefitting palliative care, will be held Thursday, Sept. 24, in the parking lot of Crosswinds Wesleyan Church, 3360 Middle Cheshire Road in Canandaigua.
The event will begin at 3 p.m. and continue until the chicken is sold out. The meals, by Grove Boys Catering of Naples, will include a marinated half chicken, salt potatoes, coleslaw and a dinner roll. They cost $10 per person, with proceeds benefitting the Palliative...
CANANDAIGUA – Ferris Hills at West Lake, at 1 Ferris Hills in Canandaigua, will host “Casino Night” on Friday, Sept. 18, to benefit the UR Medicine Thompson Health Senior Living Team’s contribution to the upcoming Walk to End Alzheimer’s.
Casino Night will run from 7 to 9:30 p.m., with each guest receiving $500 in chips for blackjack, poker, craps and roulette.
The cost is $25 per person, with appetizers and one drink (wine or beer) included. At 9 p.m., the tables will...
CANANDAIGUA – As he recruits chaplain’s volunteers to provide spiritual care within UR Medicine’s Thompson Health, Manager of Spiritual Care Mark Henson will host an informational meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 23, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. in the chapel just off the main lobby of Thompson Hospital at 350 Parrish St. in Canandaigua.
At Thompson, spirituality is defined in the broadest and most universal terms possible: that which gives meaning or purpose and belonging or...
CANANDAIGUA – The Dr. Laurie Sands and Constellation Brands Breast Imaging Center at UR Medicine’s Thompson Health will host a community open house on Wednesday, Sept. 23, from 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Located in Suite 103 at Lakeside Professional Park, 195 Parrish St. in Canandaigua, the Breast Imaging Center is accessed from the drive at 229 Parrish St. It offers leading-edge 3D imaging technology, UR Medicine Imaging radiologists, same-day results and a breast health navigation...
CANANDAIGUA – The Birthing Center at UR Medicine’s Thompson Hospital is hosting a “Back to Work Breastfeeding Class on Thursday, Aug. 27, from 7 to 9 p.m.
Expectant and new mothers are invited to learn more about getting ready to return to work or school while still breastfeeding. Topics include pumping, storing breast milk, introducing bottles, New York State breastfeeding laws, breastfeeding in a daycare setting and more.
The cost is $10, payable by cash, check or...
CANANDAIGUA – The 14th annual Crosswinds 5K will be held Saturday, Sept. 5, at Crosswinds Wesleyan Church, 3360 Middle Cheshire Road in Canandaigua.
Runner check-in and registration is from 7 to 8:45 a.m., with a 9 a.m. race start. Runners of all ages are invited to participate in the event, which features a certified course and computerized race results. Awards will be given to the top three finishers in each age group and post-race refreshments will be provided at Crosswinds....
CANANDAIGUA – The 13th annual Tour de Thompson, held July 25, drew 120 riders from five states and raised almost $5,000 the Aftercare Program at UR Medicine’s Thompson Health.
To date, this bicycle tour offering scenic views of Canandaigua Lake and the Bristol hills has raised approximately $35,000 to help Rehabilitation Services patients at Thompson maintain their independence at home and in the community.
This year, Constellation Brands and Wegmans were top sponsors...
CANANDAIGUA –The 19th annual Rose Walk raised approximately $23,000 for cardiac rehabilitation patients of UR Medicine’s Thompson Health.
Held June 20 at Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion State Historic Park in Canandaigua, the event attracted community members of all ages drawn to the cause of assisting patients of the Fralick Cardiac Rehabilitation and Fitness Center at Thompson Hospital. The center helps patients regain and maintain their physical health and sense...