

In this Issue:
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Classes and Events
Stewards of Children
February 7, 6 to 8:30 p.m.
Positive Discipline
January 10, 17, 24,
6 to 7:30 p.m.
Adult, Child, and
Infant CPR and Pediatric First Aid
January 1 or February 8,
6 to 9 p.m.
Gold Quality In Stroke Care
According to the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association, stroke is one of the leading causes of death and serious, long-term disability in the U.S. On average, someone suffers a stroke every 40 seconds; someone dies of a stroke every four minutes; and 795,000 people suffer a new or recurrent stroke each year.
According to the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association, stroke is one of the leading causes of death and serious, long-term disability in the U.S. On average, someone suffers a stroke every 40 seconds; someone dies of a stroke every four minutes; and 795,000 people suffer a new or recurrent stroke each year.
Heart Disease: All in the Family
If you’ve been trying to live a heart-healthy lifestyle, don’t forget to check your family tree. Studies show that the risk for heart disease greatly increases with the number of close family members (a parent, sibling, or child) who have it.
If you’ve been trying to live a heart-healthy lifestyle, don’t forget to check your family tree. Studies show that the risk for heart disease greatly increases with the number of close family members (a parent, sibling, or child) who have it.
Leaving a Legacy
The season of giving is one that inspires many to look into their hearts and reach out to others in need. During this season, it is often a time to reflect on what has been important to an individual over the past year or even his or her entire life.
The season of giving is one that inspires many to look into their hearts and reach out to others in need. During this season, it is often a time to reflect on what has been important to an individual over the past year or even his or her entire life.