Community Health Events
UPHS Portage - 2022 Community Health Events
Heart Health by the Numbers- February 22
February is American Heart month. Celebrate by taking time out of your busy life to focus on your heart. Heart healthy screenings will be offered free of charge and reviewed by experts the following week. Screenings include a full lipid profile (total cholesterol, LDL, HDL, triglycerides and blood glucose), blood pressure, body mass index and waist circumference. Learn tips on how to improve your health!
Screenings will take place February 22 from 6 -10 a.m. by appointment.
Virtual presentation (via Zoom) featuring cardiologist, Dr. Ronald Voice, will be held on February 24 at 5:30 p.m. Anyone is welcome to join the presentation – Zoom link can be found here
The event capacity is limited , so be sure to register early to reserve your spot! Register at https://hhbn2022.eventbrite.com
Great Bear Chase - March 12
Take part in this Swedetown Trail tradition by participating in one of the many ski races. Events include 50k Skiathlon, 50k freestyle or classic, 25k freestyle or classic and 10k freestyle or classic race. Visit greatbearchase.com for more information.
SiSu Shuffle - April 23
5k fun run/walk/jog/shuffle at UP Health System Portage. This non-competitive event is free and encourages the whole community to get out and be active.
ACES Day (All Children Exercising Simultaneously) – May 4
ACES day is an international celebration of health emphasizing physical activity among children. Join us by getting 30 minutes of activity throughout the day!
Health and Safety Fair – June 4
Annual event highlighting services and programs offered within our community. Event includes free screenings, healthy food, giveaways, hands-on demonstrations and more.
Canal Run - July 16
Choose from a half marathon, 10 mile walk or run, 5 mile walk or run or 2 mile fun run/walk in this longstanding community event that ends in downtown Hancock. Visit canal.run for more information.
Turkey Trot - November 24
5k fun run/walk/jog/shuffle at UP Health System Portage. This non-competitive event is free and encourages the whole community to get out and be active.
Maintain Don’t Gain – through the Holiday season
A program intended to help you keep off those unwanted extra pounds throughout the holiday season. Receive weekly tips to help you stay motivated.
Contact us
For more information on each event, or to view the current listing of Fitness Classes at the Portage Fitness Center, please call 906.483.1153