February is American Heart Month, the perfect time to empower yourself with the knowledge to improve your cardiovascular health. Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital (RWJUH) Hamilton, an RWJBarnabas Health facility, is pleased to present several in-person programs, events, activities and health screenings to recognize Heart Month throughout February.
Your Heart Matters
Tuesday, February 4; 1 to 2 p.m.
Join our Healthy Lives Hamilton Program team, Connie Moceri, MSN, RN, AGNP-C, Administrative Director Patient Care-Cardiovascular Services & Healthy Lives Hamilton Program, and Ann Mancuso, MSN, RN, CHFN, Heart Failure Program Coordinator, for "Your Heart Matters," an engaging lecture on maintaining a healthy heart.
The Healthy Lives Hamilton Program at RWJUH Hamilton is designed to improve the quality of life for those living with heart failure. Now you can help support our patients who are being treated through the program. Together, we can help patients understand daily choices that promote a heart-healthy lifestyle. .
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Make A Plan to “Go Red” with RWJBarnabas Health
Friday, February 7
Join RWJBarnabas Health and wear red on Friday, February 7, to help raise awareness about heart disease and the importance of maintaining good cardiac health. RWJBarnabas Health’s heart, vascular and thoracic care programs are here for you. Visit rwjbh.org.
*A Better Health Program Diabetes Care & Self-Management Breakfast: From Inpatient to Outpatient
Friday, February 7; 10 to 11 a.m.
Join Shesha Desai, Pharm D., Rph, BC-ADM, Diabetes Program Coordinator and Medication Safety Pharmacist, to learn how best to manage your diabetes and the resources available to all diabetics.
*Must be a Better Health Member to attend and membership is free.
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*A Better Health Lunch & Learn with Justin Fox, MD: Cardiac Catheterization and Coronary Angioplasty
Monday, February 10; 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Join Justin Fox, MD, a board-certified cardiologist and interventional cardiologist, Chair of the Department of Cardiology at RWJUH Hamilton, and member of Hamilton Cardiology Associates, for an in-depth conversation on the advancements and minimally invasive techniques available to diagnose and manage cardiovascular pathology to improve heart health.
*Must be a Better Health Member to attend and membership is free.
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Ask the Dietitian
Tuesday, February 11 & February 25; 1 to 4 p.m.
Meet with our registered dietitian for a 30-minute appointment to discuss your unique nutritional needs. Must call to schedule an appointment.
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Dance It Out!
Monday, February 17; 1 to 2 p.m.
When in doubt, dance it out! Boost your well-being through the joy of dance. Whether you are a beginner or experienced dancer, this activity will lift your spirits and reduce stress. No experience required; all ages welcome.
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Prediabetes Connect Group
Tuesday, February 18; 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Diagnosed with prediabetes? This group is for you to connect with others affected. Share and explore ways to improve lifestyle changes.
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Heart & Soul: Slide into Better Health
Thursday, February 20; 6 to 8 p.m.
Join us and pump up your heart and soul for group line dancing, Zumba, refreshments, health screenings, Ask-A-Cardiologist, heart health resources, and more. Don’t miss this fun, heart-healthy evening of dance. $10 per person to be collected at the door.
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Dinner with A Doctor: Atrial Fibrillation
Thursday, February 27; 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Join Zaw Win Tun, MD, RWJUH Hamilton, member of Hamilton Cardiology Associates, and an expert in cardiac electrophysiology, to explore the complexities of atrial fibrillation (A Fib), one of the most common heart rhythm disorders. Learn how minimally invasive alternatives offer stroke prevention. This discussion will cover the causes and symptoms of A Fib, current treatment options, and how devices are transforming patient outcomes. Dinner will be provided.
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*All programs, support groups, events and activities are open to all, require registration and are free unless otherwise noted. The programs, support groups, events and activities are held at RWJ Fitness & Wellness Center, 3100 Quakerbridge Road, Hamilton, NJ, unless otherwise noted. For more information call 609-584-5900 or email CommunityEdHam@rwjbh.org.
Learn more at rwjbh.org.
Mark Your Calendars for This Upcoming Event Benefiting the Cardiac Programs and Services at RWJUH Hamilton
The 19th Annual All In Good Taste
Wednesday, April 16; 6 to 8:30 p.m. at The Boathouse at Mercer Lake
Join the Young Professionals Group of RWJUH Hamilton as they honor and celebrate YPG member Josh Harry. The evening will include wine, beer and liquor tastings along with new and fun games and activities. Proceeds will benefit the cardiac programs and services at RWJUH Hamilton. Visit www.rwjbh.org/allingoodtaste for tickets and sponsorship details.