Women Can Spring Into

Action For Cardiovascular Health

DANBURY — Danbury Hospital launched the Women’s HeartAdvantage program this year to educate women about cardiovascular disease and ways to lead healthier lifestyles. Now women can attend a free educational program titled “Getting to the Heart of the Matter: Cardiovascular Disease in Women” Tuesday, May 9, from 7 to 9 pm.

The program is designed to help women and their loved ones understand the risk factors and make effective changes that can improve cardiovascular health. The program takes place in the Praxair Conference Room at Danbury Hospital.

Susan Mani, MD, director of Women’s HeartAdvantage program, will present an overview of cardiovascular disease in women, while identifying opportunities for risk reduction and prevention. Dr Mani will discuss the following topics:

Women and Heart Disease, an overview heart disease, how heart disease is different in women than men, risk factors and how women can prevent heart disease.

Know Your Numbers, the importance of knowing acceptable ranges for cholesterol, blood pressure, and blood sugar as they relate to risk of heart disease.

Diet and Nutrition, the basics of developing a healthy eating plan, and selecting and preparing food.

 Introduction to Cardiovascular Fitness, an introduction into easy fitness. Emphasis will be placed on best ways to incorporate exercise into busy lifestyles.

 Understanding Stress and Your Heart, the effects of stress on cardiac health.

 Smoking Cessation, the effects of smoking on the heart.

RSVP is required by calling 866-374-0007. Park free in the Red Parking lot, Locust Avenue entrance; the Praxair Conference Room is located next to the Danbury Pharmacy on the first floor of the Stroock Building.

For additional information, visit www.danburyhospital.org.