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Martin Memorial's Frances Langford Heart Center offers the full spectrum of cardiac care, including open-heart surgery and advanced interventional services such as angioplasty, stenting and valve replacement. Click here for more information on the heart center's services and programs, meet the doctors, and learn about the signs and symptoms of a heart attack.
Calendar
Thurs., Feb. 19,
4-6 pm
Free Prostate Cancer Screening |
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Thurs., Feb. 19,
2-3:30 pm
Stroke Support Group |
Fri., Feb. 20,
11-2 pm
Heart of a Woman |
Sat., Feb. 21,
7-9 am
Cholesterol Screening in Stuart |
Wed., Feb. 25,
2-3:30 pm
Cancer Support Group |
Sat., Feb. 28,
7-9 am
Cholesterol Screening in Palm City |
Wed., March 4,
2-3:30 pm
Cancer Support Group |
Fri., March 6,
7 am-12 pm
Boomers and Seniors Health and Wellness Fair |
Tue., March 10,
2-3 pm
Heart Link Cardiac Support Group |
Wed., March 11,
2-3:30 pm
Cancer Support Group |
Sat., March 14,
7-9 am
Cholesterol Screening in Jensen Beach |
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For more events,
see the complete calendar.
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At Risk?
Coronary Artery Disease Risk Assessment
Coronary artery disease (CAD) is the most common type of heart disease. It is the leading cause of death in the United States in both men and women. Other names for CAD are coronary heart disease (CHD), heart disease and ischemic heart disease. Click here to determine if you are at risk for coronary artery disease.
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Martin Memorial Health E-News, February 2009 
Martin Memorial hosts prostate cancer screening, forum
Martin Memorial is hosting two events that can help men learn about their risks of prostate cancer. A prostate cancer screening will take place Thursday, Feb. 19 and an informational forum on Saturday, Feb. 28.
Read on for details.
Martin Memorial event to provide information
on “The Heart of a Woman” 
To provide women with education on the causes, signs and symptoms, treatment, and prevention of heart disease, Martin Memorial is hosting “The Heart of a Woman” luncheon Friday, Feb. 20 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Mariner Sands Country Club in Stuart.
Learn more about the event.
Martin Memorial begins construction on off-site emergency department 
The Martin Memorial Emergency Center at St. Lucie West, an off-site emergency department that is scheduled to open in fall 2009, will meet the critical medical services shortage currently facing residents of west Port St. Lucie by bringing them timely emergency care. The center will be located at the health system’s current facility at St. Lucie West and on Feb. 17, Martin Memorial held a groundbreaking ceremony initiating the renovations for the project.
Click here to learn more.
February's Health-E Recipe 
Broiled trout with almonds
Eating more fish could be one of the more important changes you can make in your diet. Fish contains fewer calories and less saturated fat than the same portion of any poultry or meat. In its guide to healthy eating, the American Heart Association puts fish at the top of its list for meat protein sources.
Learn more about the benefits of incorporating fish into your diet.
Health News 
12 weeks to a heart-healthy lifestyle
Heart disease is a killer, but you can do plenty to reduce your risk and prolong your life. Research shows that making lifestyle changes can decrease your risk of cardiovascular heart disease.
Adopting heart-healthy habits over the next 12 weeks will start you on the road to better health and a longer life. Click here to get started.
For women: take this risk to heart 
Cardiovascular disease is women's top killer. Yet nearly half of U.S. women haven't gotten the message, according to the American Heart Association (AHA), and most don't know their own risk, either. They're also in the dark about the sometimes subtle signals of a heart attack.
Learn more about risk factors and heart attack symptoms in women.
Exercise your way to a healthy heart
Physical inactivity is just as big a risk factor for heart disease as high blood pressure and smoking are. So, be the exception rather than the rule. Exercise for a healthier heart.
Learn about how you can help your heart.
Visit us on the Web at mmhs.com
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