TREATING CANCER WITH EXPERT CARE

NOVEMBER 1

Tombstone 10 Miler

This event is part of the National Training Center’s Lace It Up Series. This progressive race offers a distance for every level of runner or walker. Each race is chip timed, and participants receive a finisher’s medal. 7-10:30a.m. National Training Center, 1935 Don Wickham Drive, Clermont. Cost: $60 for early registration; $70 for late entry. Information: 352.241.7144.

NOVEMBER 3-DECEMBER 8

Free Quit Tobacco Classes

InterCommunity Cancer Center has come together for coordinated cancer care at a single location in our Lady Lake, Florida, facility. Leading Radiation Oncologist Dr. Herman Flink, has cared for patients in the Leesburg community for several decades and will continue to provide cancer care at the Lady Lake location, just a few minutes from Leesburg.

Coming together at one location allows us to provide even more options for advanced technology to you, our patients. InterCommunity Cancer Center will continue to provide evidence-based, radiation therapy treatment ensuring the use of best practice guidelines in our patients’ cancer treatment.

Together we can provide powerful outcomes for you.

Trained tobacco cessation specialists lead this class. Participants receive nicotine patches, necessary literature, and a workbook to help them overcome their tobacco addictions. 6-7 p.m., Florida Hospital Waterman, 1000 Waterman Way Tavares. Information: 1.877252.6094.

NOVEMBER 7

Prepared Child- birth Class

Class focuses on the 28th to 32nd week of pregnancy when mother and partner work on breathing and relaxation techniques. They also tour of the Life Center for Women at LRMC. 9a.m.-5p.m. Cost: $50. 600 E. Dixie Ave. Leesburg. Information: Contact Karen Lynn at 352.323.5960 or email KLynn@CFHAlliance.org.

NOVEMBER 8

Premier Nature Hike

Participants will receive a sneak preview of Neighborhood Lakes Reserve in Sorrento. Park rangers will lead a group on a guided hike and talk about native Florida wildlife, including black bears. 9-11a.m. Neighborhood Lakes Reserve, Fenimore Street in Sorrento. Cost: Free. Information: 352.253.4950.

NOVEMBER 10

Better Breathers Support Group

Interact with others who suffer from chronic respiratory diseases while learning tips and techniques to better manage the disease. National Training Center, 1935 Don Wickham Dr., Clermont. 1-3p.m. Information: 352.241.7109.

NOVEMBER 10

Mended Hearts Support Group

Mended Hearts offers hope to heart patients, their families and caregivers. 12:302 p.m., Florida Hospital Waterman, 100 Waterman Way Tavares. Information: 352.253.3399

NOVEMBER 10

Oral Head and Neck Cancer Sup- port Group

A support group offering information, support, and encouragement to patients, survivors, and family members in a friendly, nonthreatening forum. Survivors discuss their situations, coping strategies and hopes. 3-4p.m. Florida Hospital Waterman Cancer Institute Conference Room, 400 Waterman Way Tavares. Cost: Free.

Information: 352.253.3605

NOVEMBER 12

Breast Cancer Support Group

A breast cancer diagnosis is a time filled with fear and uncertainty. Fortunately, you don’t have to battle breast cancer alone. Share your stories with others battling the disease and learn effective coping strategies. National Training Center, 1935 Don Wickham Dr., Clermont. 7-9 p.m. Information: 352.227.4410.

NOVEMBER 14

The Florida Run

Held at Lake Louisa State Park in Clermont, this event includes runs of varying distances: 1 mile, halfmarathon, 10K, 5K, and a beginner course. Along the scenic and challenging race route, participants will see orange groves, lakes, and pine trees. Lake Louisa State Park, 7305 U.S. Hwy. 27, Clermont.

NOVEMBER 18

Multiple Sclerosis Support Group

MS patients reach out to others with similar challenges and discuss improved lifestyle management techniques.

National Training Center, 1935 Don Wickham Dr., Clermont. 10a.m.-noon.

Cost: Free. Information: 352.242.2350.

NOVEMBER 18

Diabetes SelfManagement Support Group

Certified diabetes educator

Debra Dudley helps prediabetics and diabetics learn how to manage the disease. 5-6p.m. Conroy CREATION Health Center at Florida Hospital Waterman, 1000 Waterman Way Tavares. Cost: Free. Information: 352.253.3685.

NOVEMBER 23

Amputee Support Group

The Waterman Amputee and Limb Loss Konnections (W.A.L.K) allows amputees to share their experiences and help each other cope. 6-7 p.m., Mattison Conference Room B Florida Hospital Waterman, 1000 Waterman Way Tavares.

Cost: Free. Information: 352.253.3892

Where do our graduates go from here?

Everywhere.