Have a Heart: Community Activities Planned for Heart Month
February 1, 2010
Have a Heart: Community Activities Planned for Heart Month
Cheyenne, WY – As part of American Heart Month in February, Cheyenne Regional Medical Center and the Wyoming Heart & Vascular Institute encourage community members to think about how their lifestyle impacts their heart—and to find ways to ensure the health of their heart. Following are outreaches, workshops, screenings and support groups that can help.
Wear Red on February 5 – National “Go Red for Women: Wear Red Day”
Each year 435,000 American women have a heart attack—and 38 percent of them will die within a year. Among all U.S. women who die each year, one in four dies of heart disease. To raise awareness that heart disease is the No. 1 killer of women (and men) in the United States, the American Heart Association has declared February 5 National “Go Red for Women: Wear Red Day.” Cheyenne Regional Medical Center and the Wyoming Heart & Vascular Institute encourage you to wear your favorite red clothing or accessories (wear a red lapel pin, put on red lipstick, don a red tie or red socks, wear a red dress, blouse, scarf or accessories or carry a red purse) on February 5 to support the fight against heart disease in women.
“Love Your Heart” Focus of Women’s Wellness Workshop – February 8
Obstetrician and gynecologist Sharon Eskam, MD, will be discussing ways for women to reduce their risk of heart disease during middle age and beyond. The presentation will take place at Cheyenne Regional Medical Center on February 8, 7-8 p.m., in Auditoriums A & B, 214 East 23rd St. The presentation is free, and anyone is welcome to attend.
"Know Your Numbers" Screening – February 9
Have your blood cholesterol and blood sugar checked at the “Know Your Numbers” Screening on February 9, 7-9 a.m., Cheyenne Regional Medical Center, East Building, 1st Floor, 2600 East 18th St. The fee is $15 and includes a complimentary breakfast. Call (307) 633-7060 to RSVP.
“Matters of the Heart: Women and Heart Disease” – February 10
Cardiologist Gerrie Gardner, DO, will offer heart-healthy information during Health Hour, a workshop for staff and community members on February 10, 10-11 a.m., Auditoriums A & B, and 6:30-7:30 p.m., Auditorium A, Cheyenne Regional Medical Center (214 East 23rd St). Refreshments will be provided as well as a gift for all participants. Dr. Gardner is an expert on women and heart disease.
Cheyenne "Go Red for Women" Luncheon/Fashion Show - February 19
As part of American Heart Month in February, the Wyoming Heart & Vascular Institute and Cheyenne Regional’s Foundation are co-sponsoring the Cheyenne “Go Red for Women” luncheon and fashion show at Little America Hotel & Resort on February 19, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. The luncheon and fashion show are a fun and educational way to get the word out about the importance of women’s heart health. The cost is $20/person. The Wyoming Heart & Vascular Institute will use funds raised to support the prevention of heart disease—the #1 killer of American women. RSVP is required by February 11. For more information or to make a reservation, call (307) 633-7667. The Wyoming Heart & Vascular Institute is a service of Cheyenne Regional Medical Center.
Become Tobacco-Free
Cigarette smoking’s adverse effects account for 440,000 deaths, or nearly one of every five deaths, each year in the United States. Cigarette smokers are also two to four times more likely to develop coronary heart disease than nonsmokers. If you use tobacco and would like to quit, there is help. Contact the Wyoming Quit Tobacco program at 1-800-Quit-Now or go to www.quitnet.com.
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