Stop-Smoking Classes, Oral Exams Scheduled

This is Lung Cancer Awareness Month and Centegra Health System offers a four-part Smoking Cessation class at its Health Bridge Fitness Center, Huntley. The goal of smoking cessation is to help participants become successful in the process and to teach new skills to cope with life's stresses.

There is a $100 commitment fee at the start of the program. However, if participants attend three out of the four classes, there's a $50 rebate. As a bonus during the program, all participants also receive a temporary membership to Centegra Health Bridge Fitness Center.  The number to call to find out days and times, or to register is 815-444-2900.

From 5 to 7 pm Tuesday, Dec. 1 at Centegra Sage Cancer Center, McHenry, in a new program Centegra will provide an exam of the mouth, oral cavity and facial area in an effort to detect any precancerous changes. This is a free screening for oral and mouth cancer and does not take the place of an annual exam by a personal physician. Registration is required by calling 877-236-8347.