Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital (RWJUH) Hamilton, an RWJBarnabas Health facility, will recognize Heart Month this February with several in-person programs, events, activities and health screenings scheduled throughout the month.
Each and Every Thursday in February from 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
The Young Professionals Group (YPG) at RWJUH Hamilton is partnering with Hamilatte, Coffee & Tea, located at 1971 NJ-Route 33, in Hamilton, throughout Heart Month. Hamilatte will be donating 20% of their sales on Thursdays in February back to the YPG to help support their $150,000 pledge toward Cardiac Services at RWJUH Hamilton. This offer will be valid every Thursday from 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m., with the exception of Thursday, February 29, when it will be offered all day!
Kids in the Kitchen – Love Your Heart from the Start
Thursday, Feb. 1; 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Healthy eating starts early! Empower kids with culinary skills and nutrition knowledge to become their healthiest selves! For children 5 years and older. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Taryn Krietzman, RDN, Community Health, RWJUH Hamilton. Fee: $5 per person
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Heart Matters-Prioritize Your Cardiovascular Health
Wednesday, Feb. 7; 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Introducing our “Monthly Health Focus” open to all and dedicated to helping you prevent, identify illness early, know your treatment options, and live your best life. At RWJBarnabas Health, we believe we are Better Together. This month, join Connie Moceri, MSN, RN, A-GNP-C, Director of Disease Management and Stroke Coordinator, RWJUH Hamilton, for this informational session about heart disease.
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“Hamilton Has Heart,” Benefiting Cardiac Services at RWJUH Hamilton
Thursday, Feb. 8; 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Grab your friends and family and join us for “Hamilton Has Heart,” a fun evening benefiting Cardiac Services at RWJUH Hamilton, at Blend located at 911 State Highway 33 in Hamilton Square. Presented by the Young Professionals Group at RWJUH Hamilton, the evening will feature guest bartenders, great food and drink, and music--all for a great cause. What could be better than that?
To purchase tickets and/or sponsorship information, please visit www.rwjbh.org/hamiltonhasheart.
Dinner with A Doctor: Disparities in Women’s Heart Health
Monday, Feb. 12; 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Over 60 million women in the United States are living with some form of heart disease. Women and their symptoms are often undertreated when compared to men. Marie Bernardo, MD, FACC, member of Hamilton Cardiology Associates, partners of RWJU Hamilton, will teach you the facts so you can help take steps to protect your health and seek proper treatment if needed. Dinner provided.
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Better Health: Your Heart, Building this Muscle One Pump at a Time*
Tuesday, Feb. 13, 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
The human heart is the most incredible muscle in the body, beating about 100,000 times to send 3,600 gallons of blood through 75,000 miles of blood vessels each day. Anthony Notaroberto, Personal Training Manager at RWJ Fitness & Wellness Center, located at 3100 Quakerbridge Road in Hamilton, will discuss how to improve cardiovascular function by building this important muscle specifically for folks 65+ years old. *Must be a Better Health Member to attend and membership is free.
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Dance It Out!
Friday, Feb. 16; 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
When in doubt, dance it out! Find your rhythm and ease the everyday stresses of life with movement. Dancing is a great way to get your cardio in this heart month and overall, just makes you feel alive. All ages welcome; no experience required.
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Better Health: D.A.S.H. Toward Better Health*
Wednesday, Feb. 21; 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Foods that are delicious can also be nutritious! All folks 65+ years old are welcome to join us as we discuss Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (AKA the D.A.S.H. diet) and learn how better food choices can encourage heart-health. Enjoy a live cooking demo of a delicious D.A.S.H.-friendly dish by Taryn Krietzman, RDN, Community Health, RWJUH Hamilton. *Must be a Better Health Member to attend.
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Heart & Soul: Slide into Better Health
Thursday, Feb. 22; 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Join us and pump up your heart and soul for group Line Dancing & Live DJ, Zumba, Refreshments, Health Screenings, Ask-A-Cardiologist, Heart Health Resources and more. $5 per person (will be collected at the door the day of the event).
To learn more and register now*
*All programs, support groups, events and activities are open to all, require registration and are free unless otherwise noted. The programs, support groups, events and activities are held at RWJ Fitness & Wellness Center, 3100 Quakerbridge Road, Hamilton, NJ, unless otherwise noted. For more information call 609-584-5900 or email CommunityEdHam@rwjbh.org
About RWJUH Hamilton
Located in Hamilton Township, NJ, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Hamilton (RWJUH Hamilton), an RWJBarnabas Health facility, serves Mercer County as well as a larger five-county region of New Jersey. RWJBarnabas Health and Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Hamilton’s Cancer Center, in partnership with Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey – the state’s only NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center - brings a world class team of researchers and specialists to its cancer center, providing close-to-home access to the latest treatment and clinical trials. RWJUH Hamilton is Joint Commission Certified, Primary Stroke Center Certified from The Joint Commission, and a Center for Excellence from The Joint Commission for stroke, spine surgery and hip and knee replacement and is MAGNET® Recognized from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).
RWJUH Hamilton’s other specialties include heart and vascular care, including emergency and elective angioplasty, heart failure intervention program, groundbreaking therapies and new surgical techniques with an innovative team of neurosurgeons, subspecialty neurologists, and neuroscience researchers coupled with the specialty-trained support staff, treatment and care for minor injuries and life-threatening illnesses, outpatient diagnostic and treatment services and medical/surgical services, bariatric surgery, wound care, women’s health, geriatrics/ senior health and wellness care, infusion services, outpatient rehabilitation and physical therapy centers, including cardiac rehab, orthopedic rehab, speech therapy, aquatic therapy, a balance and hearing center and sleep center.