Sister to Sister

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For the ninth year in a row, Washington, D.C., women have shown their commitment to heart health by attending our annual Women's Heart Health Fair. Over 4,775 women attended the 2009 fair, held at the Verizon Center on February 6.

What keeps crowds coming to our annual fair?

• Life-saving information – dozens of women’s health exhibitors offering FREE educational materials that help you get smart about your heart.
• Expert demonstrations – of heart-healthy cooking, fitness, nutrition, and other strategies. Fun to watch and inspiring to try for yourself at home!
• FREE heart disease screening – takes just 15 minutes and looks at cholesterol and triglycerides, blood glucose, blood pressure, Body Mass Index (BMI), waist circumference, and family health history.
• One-on-one counseling session – to go over your screening results and formulate a personalized heart health plan.
• Access to local medical experts – who want to hear your questions and concerns about heart disease.
• Fun and prizes – massages, spa treatments, chocolate, raffles, and other giveaways.

Have any questions? Contact us to discuss.

This FREE health event is made possible by support from our partners and sponsors:

Local Medical Partners and Sponsors

Local Media Partners