2/10/2017
WHAT: Discussion about the signs, symptoms, diagnosis and advanced treatments for heart disease. Participants will learn how to control high blood pressure and what active steps to take to prevent or treat it.
Free health screenings and expert help will include:
• Blood Pressure
• Cardiac risk screening
• Cholesterol (includes LDL, HDL, triglycerides)*
• Blood Sugar
• Stroke Education
• Ask the Expert
*9-hour fast recommended
Free breakfast will be provided and parking will be validated.
Reservations are required, call 1-866-939-RSVP (7787) or visit UPMC.com/Classes.
WHY: Your heart is the body’s hardest working and most important muscle. This presentation will review critical lifestyle changes to improve your overall heart health.
WHEN: 9 to 11 a.m., Wednesday, Feb. 22
• 9 to 10 a.m., free screenings and breakfast
• 10 to 11 a.m., presentation
WHERE: UPMC St. Margaret, Conference Centers A, B and C, 815 Freeport Rd., Pittsburgh, 15215
Note to Media: To cover this event, pre-arrangements must be made by contacting Stephanie Stanley at 412-586-9762 or StanleySL@upmc.edu.
