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February is National Heart Month. The Illinois Department of Public Health would like to share a schedule of Heart Month activities happening across the state. 

Jackson County - Town Square Market (TSM) is hosting a Holistic Heart Health Workshop, February 7 from 2-4 pm. Five local holistic health care professionals will share how lifestyle, diet and supplements can affect your heart health. Participants will learn about, risk factors for heart disease, simple, natural ways to support heart health, receive an information packet, sample heart healthy food, be eligible to win healthy give-aways. Prizes include a free acupuncture treatment, free time on a bio-mat, herbal remedies and more. Advance registration is available through February 5 for $20 at eventbrite.com or Town Square Market. You can also register at the door for $30. Workshop presenters are: Terry Hickey and Aliya Tollman of Dayempur Herbals, Susan Saniie, Acupuncturist, Heidi Brown, Massage Therapist and Anita Brown, TSM Supplements Coordinator. For more information or to register, stop by or call Town Square Market, 106 E. Jackson, Carbondale - (618) 529-2312.

Livingston County – The Livingston County Health Dept. will be discussing the topic of heart month on their February radio show. This will be at Pontiac WJEZ on Monday, February 8, 2016 at 7:45 a.m.

McDonough County – Western Illinois University will be hosting a Go RED Luncheon/Resource Fair on Friday, February 5th, 2016 in the Multi-Cultural Center across from the Student Union. The luncheon will feature health foods catered by WIU Dietetics students. There will also be a resource table set up with information about heart disease. The resource tables will be open from 11:30-noon and 1pm-1:15pm. A brief message will be shared by one of our faculty members who, last January, had a stroke. Beu Health Center will be doing blood pressure checks. Dietetics Dept. will be doing glucose screening.

McHenry County – The McHenry County Department will be coordinating several events for the residents of McHenry County:

1) Cardiovascular Screening-includes Lipid panel, Fasting Blood Glucose, blood pressure screening, heart age assessment and education - Wednesday February 10 , 9:00am – 11:00am - Woodstock Public Library - Appointment is required - Cost is $45.00 Cash or check - Register online at www.mcdh.info or call 515-334-4582

2) Free Heart Age Screening-Includes blood pressure, BMI and education regarding risk factors for heart disease – Sunday, February 21st 11:30 and 1:30 –

For more information call 815-334-4580 – St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 312 Lincoln Ave., Woodstock, IL

3) Free Heart Age Screening-Includes blood pressure, BMI and education regarding risk factors for heart disease – Thursday, February 25th – 9:00am -11:30am - Sage YMCA - 701 Manor Road, Crystal Lake, IL

McLean County – The St. Patrick Church of Merna in Bloomington will be conducting blood pressure screenings after Masses on the first weekend of February (6th and 7th).

Sangamon County – The Sangamon County Health Department staff will be attending the event at The Dove Conference Center (at Prairie Heart Institute) entitled, " And the Beat Goes On: Heart of a Woman." They will have a table displaying information and other heart health information for women. Event is on 2/10/16 at 6:00 p.m-7:15 p.m.

Tazewell County – The Tazewell County Health Department will be conducting FREE Blood Pressure Checks/Outreach @ Home Show, Peoria Civic Center: Feb 26-28th

Washington County - The Washington County Health Dept. will be offering lab cholesterol and lipid panel screenings at a very reduced rate during February. They will be conducting blood pressure screenings at various churches throughout the month and they will be offering a CPR class for the community.

Whiteside County – The Whiteside County Health Department is working on several community events.

1) Heart Care: Ask the Experts - February 8, 5:00 p.m. Mark your calendar for our annual, FREE Heart Care public event on Monday, February 8 at Giovanni's, 610 N. Bell School Road, in Rockford. Arrive at 5:00 to browse our fascinating heart care exhibits. Our program begins at 6:00 p.m. with a welcome from SwedishAmerican CEO Dr. Bill Gorski. Then Our keynote speaker and noted author, Jeanie Burke, RD will present the "Optimal Health" Plate -- What Color is Your Diet?

At 7:00 p.m., Dr. John Myers, Cardiothoracic Surgeon and Director of Medical Affairs, will lead a panel of physicians as they discuss the latest innovations in heart care and answer your questions. Admission is FREE. Light refreshments will be served. You may register online or call 779-696- 7081.

2) RVC First Tuesday Lecture Series: Community Health Awareness: Hypertension Presentation Signs, Causes and Prevention

2/2/2016 - 6:00 pm - Rock Valley College Student Center Atrium Community Health Awareness: Hypertension Presentation Signs, Causes and Prevention An introduction to this silent disease (hypertension) that has multiple serious consequences if left undiagnosed or untreated. National and global statistics, causes and preventive methods will be discussed, and to a small extent, the current practices of management of high blood pressure. Presented by Dr. Tabinda Azam, Biology Instructor - 6:00pm in the Student Center Atrium

3) Friday Food Facts: A Healthy Lifestyle that Lasts

2/19/2016 - Cherry Valley Library, 755 E. State Street, Cherry Valley, IL 61016

Join Marilyn Csernus, U of I Extension, Nutrition and Wellness Educator, for a three-part series on Fridays to learn about making healthy lifestyle changes that last while eating at home or eating out. Learn how to determine which nutrition information is reliable and begin taking charge of your life. All three presentations will be held at Cherry Valley Library. Part 1: A Healthy Lifestyle that Lasts Just starting out with a healthier lifestyle? Get updated on the latest dietary recommendations and how to make small changes over time. Learn how to arm yourself with the skills you need and find out the best behavioral strategies for making lasting changes in your health. This is a FREE program. To register, please call the Cherry Valley Library at 815-332-5151. If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in this program, please contact the Boone County Extension office at 815-544-3710. 1:00pm

CHICAGO AND COLLAR COUNTIES Saints Mary and Elizabeth Hospital

1) Lunch and Learn - Join us for lunch and participate in our health education programs. Programs will be held from 12:30-1 p.m. Lunch will be provided. Registration is required at 312.770.3434 or Nicole.mrjenovich@presencehealth.org.

2) Heart Health and Stroke, February 9 - Nazareth Room – Third Floor, Saint Mary Campus - Speaker: Peggy Lester, RN

3) Nutrition and Weight Management, February 16 - Nazareth Room – Third Floor, Saint Mary Campus - Speaker: Nick Groch, RD, LDN

4) Heart Fest - Saturday, February 20 - Join us for free screenings, information on heart health and Spin the Wheel for prizes . Screenings will include glucose, cholesterol, blood pressure and body mass index.

McCormick Tribune YMCA, 1834 North Lawndale, Chicago - 8:30-11 a.m.

Mercy Hospital and Medical Center –

1) Health Screening Events- 2525 S. Michigan Avenue, 2nd Floor, Chicago, IL 60616 - 02/20/2016 - 10:00 am-1:00 pm – FREE – (312)567-2600 for more information.

Know your numbers and learn your risk--keys to staying well--at this free health fair and open house. Event will feature:

? complimentary blood pressure, diabetes, cholesterol screenings

? staff meet & greet with your Mercy Medical Group team

? tours, prizes, give aways and more!

2) Health Screening Events - Mercy Medical Group on Pulaski & 55th , 5525 S. Pulaski Road, Chicago, IL 60629 - 02/27/2016 - 10:00 am-1:00 pm - FREE – (312)567-2600 for more information

Know your numbers and learn your risk--keys to staying well--at this free health fair and open house. Event will feature:

? complimentary blood pressure, diabetes, cholesterol screenings

? staff meet & greet with your Mercy Medical Group team

? tours, prizes, give aways and more!