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PeaceHealth events in Bellingham, Bow to teach about heart health

KIE RELYEA; THE BELLINGHAM HERALD
Published: Feb. 13, 2013 at 1:24 p.m. PST
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People can learn about keeping their hearts healthy during two events in February being hosted by PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center in Bellingham and Skagit County.

PeaceHealth's Cardiovascular Center is presenting the 13th annual "Heart to Heart" program.

"Cardiovascular Myths and Facts" is the first event. It will be offered Wednesday, Feb. 20, at Hotel Bellwether in Bellingham.

"Preventing Heart Disease" will be the topic Thursday, Feb. 21, at Skagit Casino and Resort in Bow.

Medical experts will be at both events. They begin at noon, with doors opening at 11 a.m.

Cost is $25 for one session, including lunch, or $40 for both.

To register, call 360-788-6808 or 800-541-7209, ext. 6808, before Friday, Feb. 15.

The events are being held during national Heart Health Month.

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