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West Chester Hospital is offering free cardiovascular health seminars Wednesday and Saturday. The seminars aim to educate how the heart works, how to recognize signs and symptoms of heart disease and how to take better care of your heart.

In addition, the seminars will also cover the latest treatments for common heart conditions.

Below is a portion of a press release about the seminars from the hospital:

Recognizing that heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the U.S., it is vital for people to be informed about their hearts.

This month, West Chester Hospital is pleased to offer two free cardiovascular health seminars featuring the region’s leading cardiologists who will provide helpful information about the heart.

A variety of questions will be answered including: How does the heart work? What happens to our hearts as we age? What are the most common heart ailments? What are the most current treatments for common heart conditions? What is life like after a heart attack? What role does cardiac rehabilitation play in a successful recovery? How does one keep their heart healthy as they age?

The seminars will be held from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday and from 9 to 10:30 a.m. on Saturday in the plaza conference room (level A).

Space is limited. To register, call 513-298-3000.

For information about West Chester Hospital, which is located at 7700 University Drive, please visit www.UCHealth.com/WestChesterHospital.

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West Chester Hospital will offer free prostate screenings for men ages 50 and older from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Feb. 9.

The exam, which involves a digital rectal exam and prostate-specific antigen blood test, is designed to detect the early warning signs of cancer.

The American Cancer Society recommends that men should have an annual prostate exam beginning at age 50. Men who fall into high-risk groups, including black men, should begin testing at 45 and those with a family history of prostate cancer should begin testing at 40.

“One of our goals in offering this free event is to encourage all men to be proactive in their health by receiving this potentially life-saving screening,” said Dr. Kevin Joseph, president and CEO of West Chester Hospital. “As a member of the West Chester community, we are extremely proud to play an important role in ensuring a healthy future for our neighbors.”

Reservations are required; space is limited. To register, call 513-298-3278 by Thursday, Feb. 7.

For information about West Chester Hospital, which is located at 7700 University Drive, please visit www.UCHealth.com/WestChesterHospital.

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West Chester Hospital will offer free prostate seminars Jan. 17 and 26. The seminar on Jan. 17 will be held from 7 to 8:30 p.m., while the Jan. 26 seminar will take place from 9 to 10:30 a.m.

The region’s physicians, who specialize in men’s urologic disorders, will speak about the prostate gland during the two free community seminars. Topics will include the anatomy and purpose of the prostate, common conditions including an enlarged prostate, infections of the prostate and signs and symptoms of prostate cancer. The latest, minimally-invasive treatments for prostate cancer, including robotic surgery, will also be discussed.

The American Cancer Society recommends that men should have an annual prostate exam beginning at age 50. Men who fall into high-risk groups, including black men, should begin testing at 45 and those with a family history of prostate cancer should begin testing at 40.

Space is limited for this event. To reserve a seat, call 513-298-3000 by Jan. 16. Refreshments will be provided.

For information about West Chester Hospital, which is located at 7700 University Drive, please visit www.UCHealth.com/WestChesterHospital.

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West Chester Hospital will host a pair of free back pain seminars this Wednesday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. and this Sunday from 9 to 10:30 a.m.

During the event, spine physicians will discuss a variety of topics, including an explanation of spine and neck anatomy, what happens to our backs and necks as we age, common back and neck injuries, causes of chronic back and neck pain, and the latest, minimally-invasive medical and surgical treatments available.

West Chester Hospital is located at 7700 University Drive in West Chester. The seminar will take place in the plaza conference room (level A).

Space is limited for the seminars. Participants are asked to reserve their seats by calling 513-298-3000. Refreshments will be provided. For more information about services available at West Chester Hospital, visit www.UCHealth.com/WestChesterHospital.

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West Chester Hospital will host a pair of free joint pain seminars Aug. 25 from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. and Aug. 29 from 7 to 8:30 p.m.

During the event, orthopedic specialists will address pain in the back, neck, shoulder, elbow, wrist, hip and knee.

According to the event’s release, participants will learn vital information about preventing joint injuries, as well as common causes of pain and various treatment options, from simple exercises to replacement surgery.

West Chester Hospital is located at 7700 University Drive in West Chester. The seminar will take place in the plaza conference room (level A).

Space is limited for the seminars. Participants are asked to reserve their seats by calling 513-298-3000. Refreshments will be provided. For more information about orthopedic services available at West Chester Hospital, visit www.UCHealth.com/WestChesterHospital.

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