Local Health Events for:
"Heart Disease"
- Cholesterol Awareness Information Station - Mercy Philadelphia Hospital
- September 15 (9:00am)
Stop by the cafeteria and pick up the latest information on cholesterol and your health.
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- What Can I Do about An Irregular Heartbeat? - Doylestown Hospital
- September 22 (1:00pm)
The term irregular heartbeat, or “arrhythmia,” refers to any change from the heart’s normal sequence of electrical impulses, causing abnormal heart rhythms. Arrhythmias may be completely harmless or life-threatening. Join Dr. John Hardin to learn about the different types of arrhythmias.
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- Mainly Your Health - Heart Health from Motherhood to Menopause - Penn Medicine at Radnor
- September 22 (7:00pm)
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in this country. Dr. Moghbeli will discuss the current options for diagnosis and treatment of heart disease in women of all ages, including women with pregnancy-related cardiovascular disease.
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- Be Smart About Stroke - Doylestown Hospital
- September 27 (7:00pm)
Join Brooke Kearins, CRNP, Stroke Program Coordinator and Lawrence Brilliant, MD, Medical Director, Emergency Department to learn the symptoms of stroke and what to do in an emergency situation. Find out why getting prompt treatment is key to surviving a stroke.
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- Coffee Talks - Small Changes, Big Impact - Doylestown Hospital
- October 04 (7:00pm)
Heart disease is the #1 killer of American women. And while you can’t change your family history, there are a number of factors you can control in the fight against heart disease. Join Doylestown Hospital cardiologist, Dr. Renee Sangrigoli, for this important talk about what you can start doing now to help keep your heart healthy. Learn why making important adjustments now can make a difference in your health and how you feel. FREE.
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- Cardiac Cook-off - Doylestown Hospital
- October 13 (6:00pm)
Once again, six of your favorite cardiologists will exchange their stethoscopes for sauté pans and battle it out for bragging rights as Cardiac Cook-off champs. Each physician team will be paired with a local professional chef to create a heart-healthy appetizer and/or entrée. In addition to tasting the creations of our competing chefs, guests will enjoy a variety of food stations, wine and dessert. Proceeds benefit the mission of the Friends of The Heart Institute of Doylestown Hospital. Tickets $40. Reservations: 215-345-2141.
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- Diabetes and Heart Disease - Doylestown Hospital
- October 26 (7:00pm)
Having diabetes or pre-diabetes puts you at increased risk for heart attack and stroke. Join Patricia Trymbiski, CRNP, Diabetes Educator, to learn about the connection between diabetes and heart disease. Find out about pre-diabetes and the prevention of full-blown diabetes. Learn how diabetes is diagnosed and its impact on the body if left uncontrolled. FREE. (V.I.A. Auditorium, Healthy & Wellness Ctr.)
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