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Heart Disease Awareness Events In February
Metro Detroit events to promote, improve heart health
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Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In an effort to raise awareness of cardiovascular disease and encourage general heart health, several events have been organized. Here is a guide to some of those happening around town. See a more complete list here.
Thursday, Feb. 2
Dearborn Inn
- Address: 20301 Oakwood Blvd., Dearborn.
- Phone: 313-584-6100
- Time: 6 p.m.
- Cost: $
The Dearborn Chamber of Commerce and DMC Harper-Hutzel Hospital will host “Love Yourself, Love Your Style"—a fashion and wellness event, featuring health experts who will share important information about heart health, smart eating and exercise.
Friday, Feb. 3
National Wear Red Day. Join thousands of companies, schools, clubs and organizations as they raise awareness for women’s heart health by wearing red.
Garden City Hospital
- Address: 6245 Inkster Rd., Garden City
- Phone: 734-458-3248
- Time: 10 a.m. - Noon
- Cost: Free
Women’s heart health forum featuring cardiologist Dr. Karen Wiarda. Polynesian aerobics class to follow session. Giveaway items and heart risk assessments offered onsite. Lunch included.
University of Michigan Health System
- Address: 1500 E. Medical Center Drive, Ann Arbor
- Phone: 734-647-2742
- Time: 10 a.m.- 2 p.m.
- Cost: Free
Mhealthy Heart Tips, AHA Heart Walk information, heart healthy cooking demonstrations and massage chairs for use will be offered.
Black Finn American Saloon
- Address: 530 South Main Street, Royal Oak
- Phone: 248-542-9460
- Time: 5 – 8 p.m.
- Cost: $
Receive drink specials and complimentary appetizers during this happy hour event with a donation benefiting the American Heart Association.
The Ellen Thompson Women’s Health Center
- Address: 5320 Elliott Dr., Ypsilanti
- Phone: 800-231-2211
- Time: 4:45 – 6 p.m.
- Cost: Free
Rhythmic exercise classes, such as Zumba, will be offered. Refreshments provided.
Saturday, Feb. 4
Macy’s at Westland Mall
- Address: 35000 W. Warren, Westland
- Phone: 734-421-0291
- Time: 10 a.m. - Noon
- Cost: Free
The American Heart Association’s Go Red For Women holds a casting call for women willing to share personal stories about and experiences with heart disease for a chance to become a spokeswoman for the cause.
Macy’s at Somerset Collection
- Address: 2800 W Big Beaver Rd., Troy
- Phone: 248- 643-6360
- Time: 2 – 4 p.m.
- Cost: Free
The American Heart Association’s Go Red For Women holds a casting call for women willing to share personal stories about and experiences with heart disease for a chance to become a spokeswoman for the cause.
