DeTar Healthcare System Announces Heart Month Events to Promote Heart Health in February 2025
1/28/2025
DeTar Healthcare System is proud to celebrate National Heart Month in February with a series of events aimed at raising awareness, providing educational resources, and encouraging heart-healthy habits throughout the community. DeTar will host as well as sponsor multiple events focused on preventing heart disease and stroke, promoting wellness, and empowering individuals with knowledge and life-saving skills.
Crossroads Heart & Stroke Walk
Saturday, February 1, 2025 | Riverside Park | 8 a.m.
DeTar Healthcare System is a proud supporter and one of the presenting sponsors of the 2025 Crossroads Heart & Stroke Walk in Victoria, Texas. This event will take place at Riverside Park, with check-in starting at 8:00 AM and opening ceremonies at 8:30 AM. The walk will bring together families, friends, and colleagues to focus on improving health while raising funds for life-saving research to combat heart disease and stroke. Funds raised from the event will support the American Heart Association’s work in advancing treatments, prevention programs, and innovative research.
DeTar Heart Healthy Expo
Tuesday, February 4, 2025 | DeTar Navarro Hospital Lobby | 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
The DeTar Heart Healthy Expo returns on February 4, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., offering the community an opportunity to learn more about heart health. This free event will feature hands-on CPR demonstrations, free health screenings including cholesterol and glucose testing, and educational resources on stroke awareness, smoking cessation, and healthy eating. Attendees can also access heart-healthy recipes, exercise tips, and discover ways to reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke. The event will take place in the hospital’s Lobby and Registration area and is open to the public. Early arrival is encouraged to ensure access to all booths and services.
National Wear Red Day
Friday, February 7, 2025
In recognition of National Wear Red Day, DeTar Healthcare System encourages the community to wear red on Friday, February 7 to help raise awareness about cardiovascular disease, which remains the leading cause of death among women. By wearing red, participants show their support for heart disease awareness and the fight to save more lives. Learn more about this campaign and how you can make an impact by visiting Go Red for Women.
Heart Attack and Stroke Prevention Class with Hands-On CPR Training
Thursday, February 20, 2025 | Zion Lutheran Church of Mission Valley | 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
DeTar Healthcare System will partner with Zion Lutheran Church of Mission Valley to offer a Heart Attack and Stroke Prevention Class on Thursday, February 20, 2025, from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM. This free, community class will focus on recognizing the signs of heart attack and stroke, and providing life-saving skills such as hands-only CPR and how to use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED). The class is open to anyone age 10 and older and will include practical training in responding to a cardiac emergency. This class is not for CPR certification but is designed to equip attendees with the skills to act quickly in an emergency. RSVPs are required by February 13, 2025, and can be made by calling or texting 361-582-9635.
DeTar Heart Month: Heart Health 101 Lunch & Learn
Thursday, February 27, 2025 | DeTar Hospital Navarro, Education Classroom (Located in the MEDI Center) | 12 p.m. - 1 p.m.
Take the first step toward a healthier heart! Join DeTar for a Heart Health 101 session during Heart Month and learn practical tips for keeping your heart in top shape. Attendees will receive expert insights on heart health from DeTar Healthcare System cardiac care team leaders, tips on living a heart-healthy lifestyle and a delicious, heart-healthy lunch for the first 30 to RSVP. Reserve Your Spot: RSVP to Sarah Hoerig at sarah_hoerig@detar.com or call 361-788-6101.
Why National Heart Month Matters
National Heart Month is an opportunity to raise awareness about the importance of heart health, educate the public on the risks of heart disease and stroke, and encourage healthy lifestyle changes.
According to the American Heart Association, heart disease is the No. 1 cause of death in the U.S., but many of its risk factors can be controlled or prevented through lifestyle changes such as maintaining a healthy diet, regular physical activity, and not smoking.
By participating in these events, individuals can learn how to reduce their risk and live a heart-healthy life. Stay connected to DeTar by following DeTar Healthcare System on Facebook & Instagram. For more information about these and other DeTar events, please visit www.detar.com and click on ‘Events’
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