Hackensack University Medical Center - Heart Health Fair

Continuing its longstanding tradition of community outreach, the Heart & Vascular Hospital at Hackensack University Medical Center hosted its annual Heart Health Fair to increase awareness of heart disease, promote positive lifestyle behaviors and identify risk factors. The daylong event showcased the hospital’s world-class cardiologists, fitness demonstrations, health exhibits and screenings, a fashion show and the opportunity to meet New York Giants Super Bowl Champions Jeff Feagles, Stephen Baker and Bart Oates. Attendees had the opportunity to speak with a physician and pick up a copy of the hospital’s “Game Plan for a Healthy Heart.”

What is it?

Continuing its longstanding tradition of community outreach, the Heart & Vascular Hospital at Hackensack University Medical Center hosted its annual Heart Health Fair to increase awareness of heart disease, promote positive lifestyle behaviors and identify risk factors. The daylong event showcased the hospital’s world-class cardiologists, fitness demonstrations, health exhibits and screenings, a fashion show and the opportunity to meet New York Giants Super Bowl Champions Jeff Feagles, Stephen Baker and Bart Oates. Attendees had the opportunity to speak with a physician and pick up a copy of the hospital’s “Game Plan for a Healthy Heart.”

Who is it for?

Any individual interested in learning more about heart health issues.

Why do they do it?

Heart disease remains a leading cause of death in the United States.

Impact

Hundreds of individuals took advantage of body mass index and blood pressure screenings through this unique, free opportunity.

Contact: Nancy Radwin
Director, Public Relations & Communications
Telephone: 551-996-3765
E-mail: Nradwin@hackensackumc.org