Heart disease and stroke are two of the three leading causes of death in the United States.
Modern medical studies show, however, that early detection and aggressive treatment of pulmonary disease can reduce the number of deaths.
Heart attack and stroke victims who fight the diseases early have a much greater chance of continuing a productive life.
To aid the community in this fight, Skaneateles Community Center will host its third annual Heart Health Awareness Program on Saturday, April 26, at the center, 97 State St.
The free program, which will run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., will include health screenings by Crouse Hospital of Syracuse and discussions of heart health-related topics presented by area health care professionals.
“We plan to present the program differently this year,” said Kathy Palmieri, a volunteer who has headed up the organization of each year's event.
The first two years consisted of a weeklong series of daily one-hour lectures, but people complained they were unable to attend because of scheduling conflicts.
“I think having all (the programs) on one day - a Saturday - will work out better with people's schedules,” she added.
The program's “main attraction” will be the free screenings given by Crouse Hospital, which will include blood pressure checks, pulmonary history and blood sugar and cholesterol tests, Palmieri said.
“Those screenings have been really popular,” she said.
She suggested people register for a screening as soon as possible, noting Crouse is limiting screenings to 70 participants. Those interested in registering can call Crouse HealthMatch at 472-2464, she added.
One of the day's lectures will feature Mike Allain, nurse manager of University Hospital's Stroke Unit, who will discuss common stroke symptoms and how to identify their onset.
Crouse diabetes educator Ellen Crehan will present another focused on diabetes, its symptoms and treatment.
In addition, paramedics from Skaneateles Ambulance Volunteer Emergency Services (SAVES) will present a lecture about the immediate steps to take if a person shows heart attack or stroke symptoms.
“This is a presentation we designed specifically for the (Heart Health) program,” said Jeff VanBeveren, SAVES director of operations, who will give the lecture along with paramedic Jerry Shinamen.
“We'll talk about what to do if people become symptomatic (of cardiac issues) and what they can do until paramedics arrive,” VanBeveren said.
The all-day affair also will include vendors from health and wellness organizations, along with hourly door prizes of merchandise local merchants contributed.
If you go
WHAT: Heart Health Awareness Program
WHEN: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, April 26
WHERE: Skaneateles Community Center, 97 State St.
COST: Free
INFORMATION: Call the center at 685-5607 or visit www.skaneatelescommunitycenter.com
Heart attack and stroke victims who fight the diseases early have a much greater chance of continuing a productive life.
To aid the community in this fight, Skaneateles Community Center will host its third annual Heart Health Awareness Program on Saturday, April 26, at the center, 97 State St.
The free program, which will run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., will include health screenings by Crouse Hospital of Syracuse and discussions of heart health-related topics presented by area health care professionals.
“We plan to present the program differently this year,” said Kathy Palmieri, a volunteer who has headed up the organization of each year's event.
The first two years consisted of a weeklong series of daily one-hour lectures, but people complained they were unable to attend because of scheduling conflicts.
“I think having all (the programs) on one day - a Saturday - will work out better with people's schedules,” she added.
The program's “main attraction” will be the free screenings given by Crouse Hospital, which will include blood pressure checks, pulmonary history and blood sugar and cholesterol tests, Palmieri said.
“Those screenings have been really popular,” she said.
She suggested people register for a screening as soon as possible, noting Crouse is limiting screenings to 70 participants. Those interested in registering can call Crouse HealthMatch at 472-2464, she added.
One of the day's lectures will feature Mike Allain, nurse manager of University Hospital's Stroke Unit, who will discuss common stroke symptoms and how to identify their onset.
Crouse diabetes educator Ellen Crehan will present another focused on diabetes, its symptoms and treatment.
In addition, paramedics from Skaneateles Ambulance Volunteer Emergency Services (SAVES) will present a lecture about the immediate steps to take if a person shows heart attack or stroke symptoms.
“This is a presentation we designed specifically for the (Heart Health) program,” said Jeff VanBeveren, SAVES director of operations, who will give the lecture along with paramedic Jerry Shinamen.
“We'll talk about what to do if people become symptomatic (of cardiac issues) and what they can do until paramedics arrive,” VanBeveren said.
The all-day affair also will include vendors from health and wellness organizations, along with hourly door prizes of merchandise local merchants contributed.
If you go
WHAT: Heart Health Awareness Program
WHEN: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, April 26
WHERE: Skaneateles Community Center, 97 State St.
COST: Free
INFORMATION: Call the center at 685-5607 or visit www.skaneatelescommunitycenter.com
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