February is National Heart Month
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the United States, killing an estimated 600,000 Americans each year. American Heart Month is a time to battle cardiovascular disease and educate Americans on what we can do to live heart-healthy lives.
Heart disease can be prevented. Riverside urges you to join the battle against heart disease and is proud to offer these events during Heart Month. Mark your calendar and spread the word today!
Heart Month Events
Friday, February 1 | 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Join us as Riverside wears red to kick off heart month and celebrate the 10th year of the American Heart Association’s Go Red For Women®movement - 10 years of fighting to save women’s lives from heart disease. Live radio remote, games, prizes, giveaways and more.
Tuesday, February 5 | 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Presented by Dr. Damian Rasch, Cardiology Fellow. Learn your ABCs, keep a healthy heart and prevent stroke. A1C, blood pressure and cholesterol screenings available.ATTEND AND WIN! Attend all 4 Heart Smart Lectures this February and earn a chance to win an iPad and other prizes.
Thursday, February 7 | 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Riverside wants you to love your heart as much as we do! Join us in the Pavilion lobby for great information, giveaways and more.
Saturday, February 9 | 07:30 PM - 09:00 PM
The Rush Riverside Center for Heart & Vascular Excellence sponsors February’s Kankakee Valley Symphony event. It’s music to our hearts!
Tuesday, February 12 | 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Presented by Dr. Vikas Patel, Cardiovascular Consultants and Dr. Herschel Wix, Tallgrass Cardiology Services. Enjoy healthy dose of heart knowledge and a heart-healthy snack. ATTEND AND WIN! Attend all 4 Heart Smart Lectures in February and earn a chance to win an iPad and other prizes.
Thursday, February 14 | 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Riverside wants you to love your heart as much as we do! Join us in the Pavilion lobby for great information, giveaways and more.
Tuesday, February 19 | 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Presented by Dr. Philip Hays, Cardiologist, and Dr. Brad Suprenant, Midwest Arrhythmia Consultants. ATTEND and WIN! Attend all 4 Heart Smart Lectures in February and earn a chance to win an iPad and other prizes.
Thursday, February 21 | 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Riverside wants you to love your heart as much as we do! Join us in the Pavilion lobby for great information, giveaways and more.
Tuesday, February 26 | 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Presented by Dr. Philip Alexander, Rush-Riverside Center for Heart & Vascular Excellence and Dr. Vijay Haryani, Cardiovascular Consultants.ATTEND and WIN! Attend all 4 Heart Smart Lectures in February and earn a chance to win an iPad and other prizes.
Thursday, February 28 | 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Riverside wants you to love your heart as much as we do! Join us in the Pavilion lobby for great information, giveaways and more.
Thursday, February 28 | 05:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Come explore the journey to a healthy heart through the artist’s eye. View artwork submissions from more than 17 area high schools. Enjoy refreshments, music and art for your heart!
