Local health news

Free heart health and wellness classes available

Franciscan Health Heart Center is offering free classes focused on cardiovascular health and wellness in September and throughout October.

For class options and to register for the classes, call 877-888-1777. Registrations also can made online at franciscanhealth.org/heartclass.

Walk with a Doc Program continues on Thursdays

Franciscan Health Indianapolis is encouraging residents to take a step toward better health with Walk with a Doc, a health program that brings doctors and patients together to walk at 6 p.m. every Thursday. The program runs from Sept. 12 through Nov. 14.

The walks will take place at Franciscan Health Indianapolis on its fitness trail. Franciscan Health Indianapolis is located at 8111 S. Emerson Ave., Indianapolis.

Walk with a Doc is an international non-profit organization whose mission is to inspire communities through movement and conversation.