To
register for any of the classes, call 317-782-4422 or go online at MyHeartCare.net to see the full
listing of fall classes. Seating is limited for these events. The classes
include:
Ask the Doc programs offered for
October
Dizzy
Spells – What should I do?
Thursday,
Oct. 13, 6:30 p.m.
Have you
ever fainted or passed out for no obvious reason? Syncope is a temporary loss of consciousness
and posture and is usually related to a temporary insufficient blood flow to the
brain. Figuring out the cause can be a challenge and one of the possible causes
could be your heart. Dr. Genovely will talk about syncope, how to identify the
cause and what treatment options are available.
Do you have a heart murmur?
Tues,
Oct.18, 6:30 p.m.
Monroe Convention Center (302 S College Ave., Bloomington)
Refreshments served at 6 p.m.; program starts at 6:30 p.m.
Heart
murmurs are caused by valves inside the heart that don’t close properly.
Sometimes, people can live with heart murmurs a long time without any symptoms.
But if the problem becomes more serious, the blood flow to the heart may be
affected. Cardiothoracic surgeon Dr. Marc Gerdisch will talk about new
treatments and surgeries for heart valves, including ongoing research studies
at Franciscan Health. Bring your
questions for our nationally and internationally renowned surgeon.
Aneurysms: Pay attention before it’s too late
Thursday, Oct. 27 at Noon
Decatur County Memorial Hospital
(720 N Lincoln St, Greensburg)
Abdominal aortic aneurysms, also
known as AAA, are uncommon but usually deadly.
They develop slowly and usually have no symptoms, but when the weakened
walls of the artery collapse, there is little recourse.
That’s why knowing your risk for
AAA is so important. In some cases, the condition is genetic, but if you smoke,
have high blood pressure or cholesterol you may be at risk as well. Dr. McCready
will discuss risks, symptoms and monitoring of AAA and how Medicare offers a
free screening to qualified members age 65-75.
Change of Heart classes offered
in Fall 2016
Savvy Shopping
Tuesday,
Oct 4, 6:30 p.m. at Camby Meijer (10509 Heartland Blvd.)
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.
Cooking for 2
Wednesday,
Oct 5 at 6:30 p.m. at Franciscan Health Heart Center
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
Thurs,
Oct 27 at 6:30 p.m. at 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.
Quick meals at home
Wed, Oct.19,
6:30 p.m. at Franciscan Health Mooresville
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.
Meatless Cooking Tips
Thursday,
Oct. 20, 6:30 p.m. at the Franciscan Health Heart Center
Meatless
meals may help you live longer. Adding more meatless meals to your diet is easy
with new products now on the market. This class will help you with menu
planning and recipes so you can incorporate more meatless meals into your daily
life.
Healthy Meals on a Budget
Tues, Oct.
25, 6:30 p.m. at Franciscan Health Mooresville
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.