February is American Heart Month. CHI Franciscan Health in conjunction with the Franciscan Heart Center and Highline Medical Center, has a number of free resources to help you live a healthier lifestyle. You can access all these and more at FranciscanHeart.org/tools.
Heart Health Talks – Come meet one of CHI Franciscan Health’s heart and vascular experts. Upcoming topics include heart failure risks, how to live well with heart failure and how to lower your cholesterol. Heart health talks are among a variety of other health topics offered throughout the year. Registration for any health talk is required as seating is limited.
Mall Blood Pressure Kiosks – Visit one of our free “Heart Check Centers” at your local mall. You can check your blood pressure, your body mass index and even find a doctor near you. CHI Franciscan Health’s Heart Check Centers can be found at the following locations:
- Federal Way Commons
- Kitsap Mall (coming soon)
- South Hill Mall
- Tacoma Mall
Franciscan Well-Fed Heart – Available on line or in our Heart Health-e News there is a treasure trove of heart healthy recipes, how to videos, kitchen makeover ideas, tips on snacking and how to read a food label.
CHI Franciscan Health also offers the South Sound’s largest and most trusted team of physicians for heart and vascular care. For a free physician referral call us at 1-888-825-3227 or visit us at www.FranciscanHeart.org
