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The Facts
- One in every three women develops heart disease.
- Heart disease is the leading cause of death in America.
- Women with heart disease are diagnosed less frequently and are less likely to survive a heart attack.
Are You at Risk?
These upcoming Providence-sponsored events are designed to help you take charge of your cardiovascular health.
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Upcoming Events
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 Women and Heart Disease
Feb. 10, 7-8:30 p.m.
Cardiologist Bill Gavin, M.D., Cardiology Associates, will talk about the number one killer of American women, risk factors, symptoms and the importance of diet and exercise to prevent heart disease.
Worthington Center
Saint Martin’s College
5300 Pacific Ave., Lacey
FREE!
Call (360) 493-7768 to register.
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HeartSmart Screening
How’s your heart health? Take Providence St. Peter Hospital’s HeartSmart Exam to find out. For $49, you will receive a full lipid blood profile, glucose test, resting EKG, body fat analysis,blood pressure check, written risk assessment and consultation with an exercise physiologist. Call (360) 493-7768 for a 45-minute appointment.
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Healthy Heart Walk and Bike
Feb. 14 or 15
Join us for a free Healthy Heart Walk and Bike sponsored by the Capitol Volkssport Club. Choose from a 5K or 10K walk or a 25K bike ride. The route begins at Providence St. Peter Hospital Fitness Center, goes through the hospital campus and down the Chehalis Western Trail. Join us anytime from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. either day. For details about the walks, call Renee Hunter at (360) 280-4889. For information about the bicycling event, call Lee Smith at (360) 438-2893. |
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