FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: February 16, 2010

NEWS RELEASE
Contact: Geoffrey Roche
Coordinator, Community and Government Relations
Phone (570) 476-3767
Fax (570) 420-2537
Email: groche@pmchealthsystem.org

NEWS RELEASE

POCONO MEDICAL CENTER TO OFFER AN OPPORTUNITY TO “DANCE YOUR HEALTH OUT”

MEDIA ALERT
   
What: Pocono Medical Center will host the second annual “Day of Dance,” an event that invites the entire community to celebrate their health and learn how to prevent cardiovascular disease.  This is a FREE event that combines the fun of dancing to different genres with health screenings and education on heart disease for the entire family. 
Where: Sherman Theater
             524 Main Street, Stroudsburg, PA 18360
             Parking is available on the street
             http://www.shermantheater.com
                       
When: Saturday, February 27, 2010 from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm 

Background Information: The activities occurring that day include interactive performances by Reach of the Stars Dance Studio, Pocono Conservatory for the Arts, McElligott School of Irish Dance, Pocono Dance Center, School of Visual and Performing Arts, FuSia Dance Company, Wellspring Holistic Center, Pocono Tango, PA Dance Network, NE Ballet Ensemble, and Dance Charisma.  Pocono Medical Center staff will be providing blood pressure checks, BMI, and a cardiac risk assessment.  Finally, for anyone interested in participating in the free screening, you will have a chance to win a prize. 
Additional Information: Please call (570) 476-3767 if you plan to cover or attend the event.

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