In celebration of American Heart Month in February, Verde Valley Medical Center (VVMC), the Heart & Vascular Center of Northern Arizona (HVCNA) and local businesses are sponsoring several free heart-healthy events throughout the month. The events will feature lectures and discussions with HVCNA cardiologists as well as fun activities to create awareness and interest in heart health.

Natural Ways to Lower Cholesterol - Feb. 1
Tuesday, Feb. 1 – Natural Ways to Lower Cholesterol, 6 – 7 p.m., Mount Hope Foods, 853 S. Main St., Cottonwood. HVCNA Cardiologist Kenneth Bescak, M.D., will discuss how eating the right foods can lower cholesterol without the need for medication. 

Pecan, Wine and Antique Festival - Feb. 12
Saturday, Feb. 12 – Pecan, Wine and Antique Festival, Camp Verde Community Center. Interventional Cardiologist Kenneth Bescak, M.D., will discuss information about the benefits of wine for heart health at 1:30 p.m. 

Heart of the Matter: Metabolic Syndrome - Feb. 14
Monday, Feb. 14 – Heart of the Matter: Metabolic Syndrome, 2 – 4 p.m., Conference Room C, VVMC. Cardiologist Kenneth Bescak, M.D., will discuss Metabolic Syndrome, a combination of conditions including increased blood pressure and abnormal cholesterol levels that may increase your risk of heart disease, stroke and diabetes. 

Natural Ways to Lower Cholesterol - Feb. 22
Tuesday, Feb. 22 – Natural Ways to Lower Cholesterol, 7 – 8 p.m., New Frontiers Natural Foods, 1420 W Hwy 89A, Sedona. Cardiologist Kenneth Bescak, M.D., will discuss how eating the right foods can lower cholesterol without the need for medication. 

VVMC Heart Fair - Feb. 26
Saturday, Feb. 26 – VVMC Heart Fair, 9:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. The annual event will feature heart-related lectures by HVCNA cardiologists, a heart-healthy cooking demonstration and a Tai Chi class for those who wish to participate. For those who are interested in joint health, a Joint Replacement Seminar will follow the fair at 2 p.m. in the VVMC Main Lobby.

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Space is limited; to reserve your seat for these events, call 928 639-6551.