Cardiovascular diseases, including stroke, are our nation’s No. 1 killer. To urge Americans to join the battle against these diseases, since 1963 Congress has required the president to proclaim February “American Heart Month.” The American Heart Association works with the administration to draft and sign this annual proclamation. Everything the AHA stands behind is in an effort to educate America in this regard. In efforts to raise awareness about this No. 1 killer in our valley, the Cardiac Rehab program at Vail Valley Medical Center is hosting a variety of special events.

Mark your calendars:

Wednesday, February 3rd, 7:40AM – KZYR Radio Spot highlighting heart disease and American Heart Month activities with Sarah Giovagnoli and Jeanne Stough

Friday, February 5th, all day! Wear Red for Women Day (anyone and everyone invited to wear red to raise awareness of this No. 1 killer; nationally recognized day)

Wednesday, February 10th, 9-10:30AM – Grocery Store Tour for Heart Healthy Living, hosted by VVMC Dietitian, Katie Mazzia.
Avon City Market, meet at in-store Starbucks
Tour 1: 9:00 AM-10:30 AM
Tour 2: 10:30 AM-12:00 PM
Maximum 6 per session
RSVP: Jeanne Stough x7780

Thursday, February 11th – Employee Appreciation Coffee/Breakfast hosted by the Cardiac Rehab Department

Wednesday, February 17th, 7:40AM – KZYR Radio Spot with VVMC Dietitian, Katie Mazzia (Heart Healthy Nutrition)

Wednesday, February 24th, 9-9:30AM – Cardiac Rehab Dept., Diabetes and Heart Disease, Mini-Lecture with Therese Landin, VVMC Diabetes Staff Specialist

To sign up or for more complete information, please contact the Cardiac Rehab program at 970-569-7780.