INDIANAPOLIS
– It’s back to school in October and Franciscan St. Francis Heart Center has a
full slate of free classes for the public.
Cardiologist
John Moore III, MD, will lead a course on treatment options for atrial
fibrillation. It begins at 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 8 at the Heart Center (8111
S. Emerson Ave.). A-fib, as it is commonly called, is a condition where the
heart beats irregularly at a high rate. If severe, it can lead to a heart
attack, stroke or death
And
what about people with dizzy spells? Harry Genovely, MD, will discuss syncope,
a condition causing temporary loss of consciousness and posture, which usually
is related to a temporary insufficient blood flow to the brain. Determining the
cause can be a challenge, and one of the possible sources is a disorder in the
heart. This class takes place on Thursday, October 24 at 6:30 p.m. at the Heart
Center.
A
third course also will tackle heart failure and its signs and symptoms,
medication and nutrition. Genovely will lead the discussion and talk about what
needs to be done to say healthy in the home for someone diagnosed with heart
failure and how to manage it. This class is ideal not only for patients but
their families. The class is 4:30 p.m., Monday, Oct. 14 at the Heart Center.
Call
317-782-4422 to register for any of these classes.
The
Heart Center also offers a variety of health and wellness courses, including:
Cooking for
2
Tuesday, Oct. 29 at 6:30 p.m. at Franciscan St. Francis Health – Mooresville
(1201 Hadley Road)
As we get older, our health
becomes more of a priority. After the
kids leave home, it can be challenging to scale back our cooking, so dining out
seems like an easy option. In this
class, learn how it really is cheaper and healthier to cook at home for
two.
Fitness Tips
Tuesday,
Oct. 1 at 6:30 p.m. at Franciscan St. Francis Health – Mooresville
Wednesday,
Oct. 9 at 6:30 p.m. at the Heart Center
Being
fit is more than being thin. Research
shows that no matter what you weigh, increasing your fitness helps your heart. Discover that exercise can be healthy and
fun. Learn how to set up a schedule for
yourself.
Healthy
Dining Out Tips
Wednesday,
Oct. 16, 6:30 p.m. at St. Francis – Mooresville
Americans
eat nearly half their meals away from home.
How can you control what you eat when you don’t cook for yourself? Learn how to make wise menu selections and
eat smart while dining out.
Healthy
Meals on a Budget
Wednesday,
Oct. 23, 6:30 p.m. at the Heart Center
As
food prices climb and budgets get tight, smart purchases at the supermarket are
important. In this class, you will learn
ways to stretch your food budget while still getting the nutrients you need.
Quick meals
at home
Wednesday,
Oct. 2, 6:30 p.m. at the Heart Center
Some
days, we just don’t have the time – or the desire – to spend a lot of time in
the kitchen. But that doesn’t mean we
need to sacrifice eating well at home.
Learn how to fix quick and easy nutritious meals you and your family can
enjoy.
Reduce
Stress
Wednesday,
Oct. 30, 6:30 p.m. at the Heart Center
Negative
stress causes changes in lifestyle and behavior, which may lead to unhealthy
choices. Learn to identify the causes of
stress in your life and techniques to decrease your stress which can improve
your health.
Savvy
Shopping
Tuesday,
Oct. 22, 6:30 p.m. at Camby Meijer
With
all the new and changing products on the shelves, grocery shopping can be
overwhelming. Learn where to find the healthy
foods and how to avoid packaging tricks commonly used to market foods. Discover how food labels make you a smarter
shopper.
