Press Releases (2010)

Health Luncheon on Heart Health to be Held at Elkhart General
February 11, 2010

Walter H. Halloran, MD

ELKHART, IN – Elkhart General Hospital is hosting a Health Luncheon on Tuesday, February 23 from 11:30am – 1:00pm in Auditorium A at Elkhart General Hospital. A nutritious lunch will begin at 11:30am, followed by a presentation on “Heart Health and Action: You Could Save a Life!” at 12:00pm.

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. Learn how to minimize your risks and possibly save the life of another during Elkhart General Hospital’s Health Luncheon. Join Walter H. Halloran, MD, Board Certified Cardiothoracic Surgeon and founder of HeartReach Michiana, Troy Pflugner, Certified AED Specialist of Cardiac Science Corporation and Vice Chairperson of the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Association; and Twig Hemenway, RN, CNOR, as they discuss and define sudden cardiac arrest and heart disease. Information will be presented on HeartReach Michiana, a local non-profit, charitable organization responsible for the distribution of hundreds of Automated External Defibrillators (AED) in the Michiana area. You will also learn how to properly use an AED.

*Please note: this lecture is for information purposes only and is not a certification.
One lucky attendee will receive a heart healthy gift basket valued at $100. Gift basket includes: 

• The book Positive Mind, Healthy Heart by Joseph C. Piscatella 
• The New American Cookbook
• Pedometer 
• Exercise Mat 
• Stability Ball w/ Instructional DVD 
• Exercise Bands 
• Jump Rope
• HeartReach Michiana blanket

Program fee is $10 and includes lunch. Registration is required by Friday, February 19. To register, call Elkhart General Community Relations at (574) 523-3303.