Western Baptist's new online Heart Care Center features a risk assessment that gives visitors immediate feedback on their chances of having a heart attack. Those who take the assessment are offered an opportunity for screenings. The online center also offers extensive information about heart disease, treatment and prevention. Visit today at westernbaptist.com .

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NEWS

Cardiologist Patrick Withrow, M.D., named new heart center director

When the new Baptist Heart Center opens this spring, it will have a familiar face
at its helm. Learn more at http://www.westernbaptist.com/news/Withrow-named-heart-center-head.cfm .

Baptist Imaging Center's open MRI puts radiology patients at ease

On an upcoming HealthBreak this month, WBH radiologist Vernon Duncan, M.D.,
discusses the advantages of Baptist Imaging Center's open MRI. Learn
more at http://www.westernbaptist.com/news/On-HealthBreak-BIC.cfm .

Meet WBH's newest HEROES

WBH employees Danielle Guminski and Kathryn Russell were named HEROES for their
outstanding acts in the community. Learn more at http://www.westernbaptist.com/news/Meet-WBHs-newest-HEROES.cfm .

Study probes link between fat intake and heart health

This month's Balanced Choices examines a Women's Health Initiative (WHI) report
published earlier this year. For more information, see http://www.westernbaptist.com/news/January-07-Balanced-Choices.cfm .

UPCOMING EVENTS

Pediatric Family and Friends CPR

Western Baptist will host a Pediatric Family and Friends CPR class on
Tuesday, Jan. 9, from 6 to 9 p.m. in Meeting Room D of Doctors Office
Building 2. Learn life-saving techniques for newborns and children. The
class is free to couples enrolled in Western Baptist's StorkCentral program.
To register or for more information, phone (270) 575-2723.

Free hip and knee screening

Western Baptist will host a free hip and knee screening on Saturday, Jan. 13,
from 8 a.m. to noon at Baptist Rehab Center, 115 Kiana Court in Paducah. The screening
is by appointment only. Physical therapists and orthopedic surgeons will evaluate
hip and knee problems not currently being treated. To register or for more information,
phone (270) 575-2918.

Grandparenting class

Western Baptist will host a free Grandparenting class on Saturday, Jan. 20,
from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Atrium Classroom of Doctors Office Building 2.
Learn basic newborn care and safety tips. To register or for more information,
phone (270) 575-2229 (BABY).

DON'T FORGET!

Send patient wishes with eCards

Do you know a patient at Western Baptist? Send him or her a free eCard to make the day a little brighter. Click on https://secure.bhsi.com/www.westernbaptist/ecard.asp and follow the step-by-step instructions. You may also locate eCards on our homepage; click on eCards on the left-hand side of the screen. The messages will be printed and hand-delivered by members of the hospital's Auxiliary.

View our latest additions online

Has your family experienced a special delivery at Western Baptist? Visit our Stork's Nest at http://storksnest.westernbaptist.com/ or click on the Stork's Nest icon on the left side of our home page to see if your "special delivery" has his or her picture featured on our Web site. You can also leave a special note in the baby's guestbook. Parents delivering at Baptist may use this free service.

Baptist Health Line provides voice of help

Who can you turn to with your family's medical questions? Baptist Health Line. Phone
(270) 575-2918 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Learn more about Baptist Health Line at http://www.westernbaptist.com/education/cr20007.cfm .

Online health encyclopedia provides wealth of information

For years you've trusted Western Baptist with your health care needs. Now, you can turn to us for the answers to your health care questions, as well. Visit our online health encyclopedia at http://healthcontent.westernbaptist.com/adamcontent to learn more about medical conditions, symptoms, tests, and procedures.

Heart-healthy recipes online

Looking for some easy recipes to keep your heart healthy and your mouth happy? Visit our Hearty Recipe pages at http://www.westernbaptist.com/heart/healthy/Heart-Healthy-Recipes.cfm . From 10-minute meals to main course delights, you're sure to find something to suit your time and your tastebuds!

55Plus keeps seniors active

Seniors today lead action-packed lives, and they are looking to hospitals to keep them healthy and fit. Western Baptist is doing just that with its free 55Plus program, a comprehensive package of health-related services for people 55 and older. Learn more by visiting our Web site at http://www.westernbaptist.com/hospservices/55Plus/index.cfm . For membership information, phone today at (270) 575-2851 or e-mail our program manager at lora.croley@bhsi.com .

Giving back to Baptist

Give back to Western Baptist. Find out how your donation to the Western Baptist Hospital Foundation Fund can benefit future patients and the community for years to come. Learn more at http://www.westernbaptist.com/WBH-Giving.cfm .

Determine your risk for heart disease

Do you know your risk for heart disease? Find out by taking Baptist's free online heart risk assessment. Visit the Baptist Online Heart Care Center for more information at http://www.westernbaptist.com/heart/

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