Send information about free or low-cost health-related events open to the public one week ahead of publication. Information can be e-mailed to . Listings are due 10 days in advance.ANNOUNCEMENTSLecture: Dr. Joshua Kreithen, MD, Lakewood Plastic Surgery, will speak on Advanced Plastic Surgery Body Contouring Procedures, 5-6 p.m. today at Conference Room 2, Lakewood Ranch Medical Center. From minimally invasive to common surgical procedures, join Dr. Joshua Kreithen to learn what body contouring procedures are available. Dr. Kreithen will discuss everything from breast and tummy to liposuction. Call Direct Doctors Plus at (800) 454-8215 to reserve your spot. Refreshments will be provided. Coastal Orthopedics HealthTalks Seminars: Coastal HealthTalks are free community seminars held throughout the year. come meet and learn directly from Coastal Orthopedics & Pain Management Physicians. Each lecture is followed by a question-and-answer period and many times an optional physician assessment. Dec. 2: “Anterior Hip Replacement. What’s the Buzz?” by David V. Cashen, MD – Orthopedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement Specialist and “Balance, Osteoporosis & Fall Prevention” by Laura Ottaviani, DO – Board Certified Physiatrist, 4:30 p.m. Pointe West Medical CenterDec. 7: “Joint Preservation Techniques to Delay or Avoid Joint Replacement” by John Ayres, MD – Orthopedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement Specialist and “new Technology — Lasting Pain Relief for Spinal Stenosis” by Lora L. Brown, MD – Board Certified Pain Management Specialist, 4:30 p.m. at Renaissance on 9th Ballroom Dec. 9: “should I be Concerned About My Hammertoes?” by Daniel Murawski, MD – Orthopedic Surgeon, Foot and Ankle Specialist and “5 things you must Know About Sacroiliac (SI) Joint Pain” by Richard Bundschu, MD — Board Certified Pain Management Specialist, 4:30 p.m. Pointe West Medical Center to pre-register and reserve a seat, call 941.792.1404 ext. 3150. Open house/diaper drive: look Who’s Kickin’ Ultrasounds, 5255 Office Park Blvd., Ste. 107, Bradenton, is holding an Ultrasound Open House Dec. 11 offering ultrasounds for $69. They are also holding a diaper drive to benefit SOLVE Maternity Home. anyone interested in donating diapers can drop them off at the office from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Dec. 11. Information: 358-2229. Holiday rejuvenation event: the Aesthetic and Wellness Center, 3825 S.R. 64 E., Suite 300, Bradenton, will host a Holiday Rejuvenation Event fundraiser for the Food Bank of Manatee County 4:30-6:30 p.m. Dec. 7. Attendees will learn how to start rejuvenating their skin with Botox, Juvederm and medical aesthetic services. Terrific door prizes and complimentary refreshments. Receive prize drawing tickets for each $5 of canned food donated. Cash donations accepted. Space is limited. Reservations: 749-0741. Hearing loss: the monthly meeting of Hearing Loss Association of Sarasota will be held 1:30-3:30 p.m. Dec. 15 in the Geldbart Auditorium of the Selby Public Library, 1331 first St., Sarasota. the holiday meeting will featuring a magic show performed by the Sarasota Chapter of International Brotherhood of Magicians. the community is welcomed. Information: Ed Ogiba at or (941) 966-8999.