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On Saturday, July 29, from 9 am to noon, New Milford Hospital and Dermatology Associates of Western Connecticut will sponsor a free skin cancer screening. The screenings, by appointment, will take place at the New Milford Hospital’s NewYork-Presbyterian Regional Cancer Center.

Appointments are still available, but interested persons must make an appointment by calling 860-350-7215.

According to the American Academy of Dermatology, skin cancer is the most prevalent of all cancers. Estimates vary on its occurrence but approximately 700,000 Americans develop skin cancer every year. Fortunately, skin cancers are relatively easy to detect and most can be cured. Even malignant melanoma, if caught in its early stages, can be treated successfully.

New Milford Hospital has also posted the following calendar of activities:

August 3 & 4: Kent Summer Sidewalk Days, 10 am to 3 pm: Hospital will display health information and literature, breast care/self-exam information, offer free blood pressure checks.

August 5: Kent Summer Sidewalk Days, 10 am to 1 pm: health information and literature, breast care/self-exam information. Kent Center (Main Street, Route 7), Kent.

August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31: CARES Cancer Support Group, 11 am to noon. Cancer Rehabilitation Education Support (CARES) for cancer patients and their families. Meets every Thursday in Robison Room A. For more information contact Social Work Department, 210-7442.

August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31: Prenatal Yoga, 6 to 7:15 pm. Certified yoga instructor Jennifer Pote holds 75-minute classes to nurture energy and restore balance, release the lower back and align the body. Classes meet weekly on Thursdays in Robison Room B. Preregistration required; fee; call Family Birthing Center, 350-7248.

August 5, 12, 19, 26: Postpartum Yoga, 10 to 11:15 am. Certified yoga instructor Jennifer Pote holds 75-minute classes to nurture energy and restore balance, release the lower back and align the body. Classes meet weekly on Saturdays in Robison Room B. Preregistration required; fee, call Family Birthing Center, 350-7248.

August 11, 25: Chair Yoga, 10:30 am to 11:30 am. With Trish McDonald, RN. Relaxation techniques for cancer patients and their families. August 11: Robison Room A. August 25: 2 East Conference Room. Reservations requested but not required. For more information call 860-210-7442.

August 9, 16: Guided imagery and breathing techniques to manage stress and pain, for cancer patients and their families. Led by Gayle Pantaleo, LCSW. August 9: 5:30 to 6:30 pm, Robison Room A. August 16: 10:30 to 11:30 am, Robison Room A. For more information call 860-210-7442.

August 20: Nondenominational Healing Service, 6 to 7 pm, focusing on spiritual healing with the Reverend Gail Paul, Oratory of the Little Way. Interfaith Chapel; all are welcome. Meets third Sunday of the month.

August 18: Healing Drum Circle, 10 to 11 am. Explore the universal healing power of the drum. This drumming circle will focus on healing through sound and rhythm. No experience necessary, drums and other percussion instruments will be provided. For cancer patients and their families. Led by Dave Wonsey. Interfaith Chapel. For more information call 860-210-7442.

All events are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted.