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Pleasant), in addition to our Children’s Hospital location on the MUSC campus.

The Heart Health Program is both the pediatric weight management program of the MUSC Children’s Hospital and the preventive cardiology service of the Children's Heart Center. As a family-centered and lifestyle-oriented program, Heart Health is appropriate for any child or adolescent who has abnormal weight gain and/or associated cardiovascular risk factors, such as high cholesterol, high blood pressure, or pre-diabetes. With assistance from Boeing, Heart Health has gradually expanded to provide medical and
nutrition services at all three MUSC Children’s Hospital After Hours/Specialty Care sites (North
Charleston, Summerville, and Mt. We are extending our reach even farther through telemedicine-based nutrition services with Barnwell Pediatrics, Bamberg Family Practice, Sea Island Pediatrics, Georgetown Pediatrics, and Andrews Medical Center. For more information about the Boeing Center for Children's Wellness, please visit their website, http://academicdepartments.musc.edu/leanteam, and facebook, https://www.facebook.com/BoeingCenter. Heart Health has also partnered with MUSC’s Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence to form the new MUSC Adolescent Bariatric Surgery Program, directed by Dr. Karl Byrne, with Dr. Henshaw (also board certified in obesity medicine) serving as the program’s pediatric medical advisor. Heart Health provides pre-op and post-op weight management guidance and support to adolescents meeting established criteria for bariatric surgery. More information can be found on the website, http://www.muschealth.org/weight-loss-surgery/index.html.

02/18/2026

You’re Invited! ✨🌿
Join us on Monday 3/2 at 6:00 PM for our informative presentation:

“A Wellness Plan for You and Your Family.”

Discover simple, realistic ways to nourish your whole family with the latest nutrition guidelines—without adding stress to your busy schedule. This fun, kid‑friendly session breaks down what healthy eating actually looks like today, offering practical tips you can use at home, at school, and on the go. Families will learn how to build balanced plates, spot smart snack choices, stay energized through the day, and create routines that support long‑term wellness. Perfect for parents, caregivers, and kids, this presentation makes healthy, this presentation makes healthy living feel doable, positive, and achievable for every family.

📅Monday 3/2
⏰6:00 PM
We hope to see you there!

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02/02/2026

February Wellness Works Newsletter

Check out this US Letter designed by Heart Health.

01/28/2026

Our 11th Annual Building Healthy Communities 5K Run/Walk & Wellness Expo is coming up SOON (February 14th) , and we couldn’t do it without the incredible sponsors who make this event possible 💙👏
A HUGE thank-you to these amazing community champions:

🌟 Platinum Level
✨ Coastal Kids Dental and Braces

🥇 Gold Level
✨ Shelbourne and Associates Oral and Facial Surgery

🥈 Silver Level
✨ SeaCoast Sports and Outfitters
✨ Health Fund for Children (HF4C)
✨ The Little Gym, West Ashley
✨ Essence2 Aesthetics and Wellness
✨ Lime Micromobility
✨ Renewal by Andersen
✨ Coastal Vending and Food Service
✨ Joints in Motion
✨ GEICO
✨ Crunch Fitness

These sponsors are helping us build healthier, stronger communities—one step at a time 🫶💪
👏 Show them some love
🏃 Sign up if you haven’t yet
🎉 And get ready for an awesome day of movement, wellness, and community!

01/15/2026

Enjoy our January newsletter!! https://www.canva.com/design/DAG33BOCwRY/aftqIWv5WTk_pmswCnXjUw/edit?utm_content=DAG33BOCwRY&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=sharebutton

12/22/2025

Enjoy or December Newsletter!

11/05/2025

Enjoy our November Newsletter!

10/13/2025

Discover practical strategies to boost the well-being of your family and take control of your health—one webinar at a time. Join our informative series to explore creative ways to help you & your family thrive. We recommend registering in advance (but you will still be able to join if you don't).

October 14th: Tasty Trades: Bite Right in the Food Fight
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October 21st: Good Fats, Bad Fats: Protecting Your Heart
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October 29th: Sneaking in a Serving: How to Reach Your Child's Daily Veggie Needs
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November 6th: Unplug and Play!
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November 11th: Find Your Fun in Fitness
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10/02/2025

Enjoy our October newsletter AND see pages 6 and 7 for information about upcoming events!!

09/08/2025

Enjoy our September newsletter!

08/06/2025

Wishing you a fun, safe and awesome school year! Enjoy our August newsletter!

07/05/2025

Enjoy our July newsletter!

06/11/2025

Looking for tips on healthy shopping and cooking on a budget? Scan the QR code or click the link below for more information!

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1V1i5WXj_DP_mFjtSI1iapqkCr3BpNIrk/view

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