Dinner with the Experts: Understanding Lymphedema

SOUTHINGTON – The World Health Organization estimates that more than 250 million people worldwide live with lymphedema or chronic swelling. Lymphedema, a swelling of the arms and/or legs, can be caused by removal or damage to the lymph nodes, cancer treatment and blockage in the lymphatic system, all preventing lymph fluid from adequately draining. There is no cure but with proper therapy and treatment, lymphedema can be managed.

The free Dinner with the Experts: Understanding Lymphedema on Tuesday, June 25, will address the causes, treatments and maintenance of the condition. This event will be held 5 to 7 p.m. at Southington Care Center, 45 Meriden Ave. Presenters will be Patricia Bozeman, APRN, CVN, and Linda Hodgkins, MS OTR/L CLT-LANA, of Hartford HealthCare Rehabilitation Network. Southington Care Center is sponsoring.

A light complimentary dinner will be served. Seating is limited and registration is required. To RSVP, call 1.855.HHC.HERE/ 1.855.442.4373.

Southington Care Center, a not for profit member of Hartford HealthCare Senior Services, offers skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. For more information about Southington Care Center, visit http://southingtoncare.org.