Glendale Memorial Hospital to Host 28th Annual ‘Kings and Queens of Heart Celebration’ in Observance of American Heart Month

Dignity Health – Glendale Memorial Hospital and Health Center (GMHHC) invites the community to its annual “Kings and Queens of Heart Celebration.” The event happens on Thursday, Feb. 19 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

At the 2024 event Moises Moya receives his crown.
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On the heels of kicking off GMHHC’s 100-year anniversary, this special event will honor patients dedicated to heart-healthy lifestyles and offer vital cardiovascular health resources to the community.
“We are incredibly proud to continue our tradition of hosting the Kings and Queens of Heart,” said Betsy Hart, president and CEO of GMHHC. “This gathering is a testament to our unwavering commitment to community health and a vibrant example of the collaborative spirit within our hospital to provide exceptional cardiac care. It’s an opportunity to not only educate the public on vital heart health practices but also to acknowledge the incredible resilience and dedication of our patients.”

Cardiovascular disease remains a leading health concern, especially among women. This event provides the community with essential preventative screenings and expert medical insights, while celebrating the resilience and commitment of patients who inspire healthier living.

In addition to screenings and seminars, GMHHC is hosting lunch and a ticketed raffle.

The festivities take place at Glendale Memorial Hospital and Health Center – Heart Center, 2nd Floor, 1420 S. Central Ave. in Glendale.

Founded in 1926, Glendale Memorial Hospital and Health Center is a 334-bed, acute care, nonprofit, community hospital located in Glendale, California. The hospital offers a full complement of services, including its award-winning heart center and stroke program, its Center of Excellence for colorectal surgery, robotic surgery and joint replacement, and is a Los Angeles County-approved comprehensive stroke center. The hospital shares a legacy of humankindness with Dignity Health, one of the nation’s five largest health care systems. 

Visit dignityhealth.org/glendalememorial for more information.