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Take your seat at the table. Join other outstanding and dedicated women and men at the Colorado Springs Go Red for Women luncheon. Hear the survivor stories, remember the expert advice, and Make it Your Mission to share in the commitment to fight the No.1 killer of women.

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October 22, 2010
9:30am - 1:00pm
Antler's Hilton
4 South Cascade Avenue 
Colorado Springs, CO 80903 


9:30am 
 		 Registration Opens
 
9:30am-11:45am Free Health Sceenings
and Heart-Healthy Expo

12:00pm-1:00pm
Luncheon

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Keynote Speaker


 Peter Lemon

Mr. Lemon is a heart survivor as well as a premier international motivational and inspirational keynote speaker.  He is one of the youngest surviving recipients of America's highest award, the Congressional Medal of Honor, presented by President Richard Nixon for assisting in saving the lives of his comrades during the Vietnam War. On May 1st 2009, Mr. Lemon was presented the coveted Outstanding American by Choice award by President Barack Obama at The White House, recognizing his life of professional achievement and civic contribution. It is the first time in history the award was presented by the President of the United States. Mr. Lemon has been recognized by President Jimmy Carter with the Certificate of Outstanding Achievement and he is an inductee in the elite Ranger Hall of Fame.

Our Survivor


 Kim Davis

 

I was 41 years old, with a thriving career and a beautiful family. As I was leaving my job on a Saturday morning, and got into my van to go home I started feeling pressure in the center of my chest. I experienced extreme dehydration and sudden exhaustion. The following day as I was walking into church with my husband, the symptoms came back. After church, we spoke with one of our friends who just happened to be a physician. She told us we needed to go to the emergency room—and quickly. I reluctantly agreed to go.
I hope you will attend the luncheon and hear more about why I Go Red.

 


Breakout Sessions

Get inspired. Get informed. Join health and fitness experts, medical professionals, and women like you to hear the concrete steps you can take today for better heart health.


 
Sara Christensen

It was July 20, 2009; I was in spin class at the local YMCA. As class was winding down, I fell off my bike and went into cardiac arrest. Thankfully, the staff at the YMCA had been certified in CPR by the American Heart Association, and within a short time I was hooked up to the AED machine and receiving CPR. I have been given a secong chance at life, and plan to pay it forward by teaching others in my community how to save lives. Everyone deserves a second chance.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  
Evelyn Epperson 

Seven Months ago I attended a presentation on heart attack signs for women at Memorial Health System. I decided it was time to learn more about this, especially with my family history. Eleven days after sitting in that presentation it was my turn to listen to my body, as I woke up extremely fatigued, weak and short of breath- all signs of a heart attack. Women are often at a disadvantage because we delay or even dismiss getting medical help. This time I wasn't going to dismiss my body. I called 911. The first responders arrived. They immediately looked at me and said "You are in serious trouble and we need to ger you to a doctor who can take care of you." I was having a heart attack.

    
Faith Smith   

I had all the symptoms and even heart disease in my family, and yet I spent 10 years in denial while my heart was failing. Thanks to a routine test, and a doctor's recommendation I am alive today. I should have listened to my body. I should have been my own advocate. No excuses. Listen to your body. Watch for the symptoms. It could save your life.

  
Deb Park 

It was January 3, 2010, and I was in my first grade classroom finishing up report cards. Nobody was around and I was planning on getting a lot done. As I sat down to start working, I realized I needed to grab a tissue, and got up to walk across the classroom to grab one. The next thing I remember, I woke up on the floor an hour and a half later. My left arm was numb and I couldn’t pull myself up off the floor. My telephone was not within reach. After what seemed like an eternity I was able to pull myself up, and I headed home. I figured I must have been light headed and passed out.
I arrived home and decided to go lie down for a while. I got up in time to get ready for my part-time job, but as I started walking around the house, I just didn’t feel right. I decided to call my boss to tell her I was sick and not coming in. When I got on the phone my face suddenly drooped and my voice slurred. I told her I was having a stroke and wouldn’t be in. I then told my daughter I needed to get to the hospital. The doctors told me I had a mini stroke, and after some testing they found a hole between the top chambers of my heart, a condition that had been there since birth.  
I have recently had the hole in my heart repaired and now taking blood thinners. I am making an effort to get out and walk a couple miles a day. I make time for me, and am taking care of my health.  Take the time to know the signs of a stroke, and always call 911 at the first sign of trouble. I was lucky. It’s not worth the risk.

 
 

nationally sponsored by

Macys sponsors Go RedMerck sponsors Go Red
 

locally sponsored by 

 Allen & Holly Oliphant

 

 Lyda Hill Foundation