The public is invited to participate in a free, physician led walking group along the UPMC Northwest walking trail hosted by the Northwest Hospital Foundation. Once a month from August through October, a different UPMC physician will lead a walk and discuss a health or exercise-related topic.

Tuesday, September 17: “Techniques for Pain Relief” with Kyle Shilk, DO, UPMC Interventional Pain Management. Dr. Shilk will discuss common causes of low back pain and demonstrate simple stretching.

Monday, October 7: “Steps to Heart Health” with Erin Concannon-Fink, DO, UPMC Internal Medicine. Dr. Concannon-Fink will discuss the cardiovascular benefits of exercise.

Participants are asked to meet at the UPMC Northwest Walking Trail Pavilion at 5 p.m. Registration is not required. In case of inclement weather, these events will be rescheduled. Please wear footwear appropriate for walking.

With questions, contact Theresa Edder at Foundation at (814) 676-7145 or edderta2@upmc.edu.

This article was published in the Venango Chamber’s September 2024 VenangoWorks! Newsletter.