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Take heart, Northwest Indiana. Community Healthcare System is hosting fun, informative and potentially lifesaving events throughout February, which is Heart Awareness Month. Make sure to mark your calendars for the following: WEAR RED DAY Friday,...

2-4 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 29 Community Stroke & Rehabilitation Center, 10215 Broadway, Crown Point Don’t miss this free opportunity to hear from top heart physicians. Community Healthcare System cardiologists Samer Abbas, MD, and Kais Yehyawi,...

11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 28 Fitness Pointe, 9950 Calumet Ave., Munster Exercise physiologist Pamela Huenink will present the latest research on exercise for a strong heart and demonstrate fitness moves to improve cardiovascular health.

2 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 14 St. Mary Medical Center, 1500 S. Lake Park Ave., Hobart Join us for a healthy cooking demonstration as Chef Ryan Smith and a registered dietitian prepare a California citrus salad with seared salmon.

10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 13 and Thursday, Feb. 15 St. Catherine Hospital, Professional Office Building Conference Room, 4320 Fir St., East Chicago Get moving during an exercise session and health presentation. Topics include heart health,...

4 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 8 St. Mary Medical Center, 1500 S. Lake Park Ave., Hobart Celebrate with us as we mark the 19th year of our fundraising efforts for cardiovascular research with a Hearts of Hope tree-lighting. This event gives people the...

8-10 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 6 Hobart YMCA, 601 W. 40th Place, Hobart Feeling a little out of rhythm? Secure a free AFib screening with a Community Healthcare System wellness nurse.

9-11 a.m. Mondays, Feb. 5 and 12 Valparaiso Family YMCA, 1201 Cumberland Crossing Drive, Valparaiso Learn about your risk for heart disease during a session with a Community Healthcare System wellness nurse.

Friday, Feb. 2 (National Wear Red Day) St. Catherine Hospital, Professional Office Building Conference Room, 4320 Fir St., East Chicago11 am-2 p.m.: Health and Vendor Fair12:30 p.m.: “Get a Grip: Exploring the Grip Strength and Cardiovascular...

February is American Heart Month, and Community Healthcare System invites the public to join in the annual Hearts of Hope campaign. Funds raised help improve local access to treatment options achieved through research. This year, the 19th annual...