Event Provides Information About 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 second-annual “Heart of a Woman” event on Friday, Feb. 15 at Harbour Ridge Yacht and Country Club in Palm City. See next year’s fashions presented by Macy’s and learn more about woman and heart disease from leading health professionals.

Purchase tickets for "The Heart of a Woman" event or call (772) 223-5945, ext. 3786. Limited seating available, so reserve early!

Upcoming Screening and Forum Promote Prostate Health
Is prostate cancer in your future? Don't be afraid to find out. Get a FREE screening for prostate cancer on Thursday, Feb. 21. Reservations required. Click here to learn more about the Prostate Screening or call (772) 223-5945, ext. 3736 to schedule an appointment.

Want to learn more about the latest developments in the detection and treatment of this curable disease? Attend our FREE Prostate Cancer Forum on Saturday, March 1. It’s open to men and the women who love them. To RSVP, call 1 (866) 361-HOPE (4673).

Screening Identifies Women at Risk for Heart Disease
Heart disease has reached epidemic proportions and is the number one killer of women. "A Matter of the Heart" cardiac screening will take place Saturday, March 15 at Martin Memorial Medical Center. Click here to learn more about the cardiac screening or call 1(866) 361-HOPE (4673) to RSVP.

Fri., Feb. 15,
11 a.m.-2 p.m.
The Heart of a Woman

Thurs., Feb. 21,
4:30-6:30 p.m.
Prostate Cancer Screening

Thurs., Feb. 21,
6:30-7:30 p.m.
Living Tobacco Free Smoking Cessation Program

Fri., Feb. 22,
2-5 p.m.
Personal Resilience Workshop

Sat., March 1,
10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Prostate Cancer Forum

Fri., March 7,
7 a.m.-12 p.m.
Boomers and Seniors Health and Wellness Fair

Sat., March 15,
8-11 a.m.
"A Matter of the Heart" Cardiac Screening

For more events,
see the complete calendar.

February's Health-E Recipe

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. But the real importance of fish in the diet is not its protein but the omega-3 fat it contains.

Herb-Crusted Tilapia for Two
Treat your Valentine to a dinner for two by preparing this healthy and simple seafood entree.

Learn about nutrition counseling services.

Making Your Lifestyle Heart-Healthy
The millions of Americans diagnosed with heart and cardiovascular diseases can benefit from making healthy choices in their day-to-day lives.

By following these recommendations, people at normal risk for heart disease can reduce their risk and make their lives more enjoyable. Read more about how diet, exercise and other healthy habits can reduce your risk for heart disease.

What Women Need to Know About Heart Disease
Many women are unaware that heart disease is a bigger health threat to them than breast cancer. Several factors increase women's risk for heart disease. Some of the factors can be avoided, but some can't. And the more risks a woman has, the greater the chance she may develop the disease. Read more about the risk factors and what you can do to improve your heart health.

Heart Luck: Family History is Important
If your father or mother has heart disease, that doesn't mean you will automatically develop it, too. It's true that you are more likely to get it than someone who does not have a family history of heart disease, but you can take steps to try to prevent it.

A family history of heart disease is only one of the risk factors, according to the American Heart Association (AHA). Some risk factors you can change; others, like family history, you can't. Click here for some changes you can make to help prevent heart disease.