Health & Fitness
The Risks of Peripheral Artery Disease
Peripheral artery disease, can lead to a stroke, heart attack or leg pain or loss. PAD affects millions of people in the United States, most of whom are not aware they have the disease.
Barrington, Ill.—Cardiologist David Bromet, M.D., presents his lecture “What is Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD) and Why is it Important?” at Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital on Tuesday, July 19 from 6:30-8 p.m. in the Prairie Room. Good Shepherd is located at 450 West Highway 22 in Barrington.
Peripheral artery disease, if left undetected, can lead to a stroke, heart attack or leg pain or loss. PAD affects millions of people in the United States, most of whom are not aware they have the disease. Dr. Bromet will explain some of the disease’s early warning signs and ways to prevent the disease and reduce its risk. The lecture is part of Good Shepherd’s educational Summer Lecture Series.
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“Those living with PAD are at increased risk for a number of other diseases, including gangrene, heart attacks and stroke,” said Dr. Bromet. “Most people with PAD don’t even know they have it. It’s especially important for anyone with risk factors like smoking, advanced age or a history of other conditions like high blood pressure or diabetes to know about PAD and what they can do to prevent it or minimize its damage.”
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The event is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Call 1-800-3-ADVOCATE (1-800-323-8622) and mention class code 3C83, or register online with class code 3C83 at http://www.advocatehealth.com/goodshep/aclassorsupportgroup.
About Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital
Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital in Barrington is a medical care facility with approximately 700 physicians representing 50 medical specialties. Highly skilled physicians and clinical professionals provide a comprehensive range of services including advanced surgical procedures. For 30 years, Good Shepherd Hospital has been providing its patients and communities with quality, compassionate health care, wellness programs and community education. It is also a leader in delivering the most advanced technologies and techniques available in the northwest suburbs. Good Shepherd is part of Advocate Health Care, a Thomson-Reuters Top 10 U.S. Health System and the largest health care delivery system in the State of Illinois.
For more about Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital: www.advocatehealth.com/goodshep
