BATON ROUGE - To promote education on women’s heart health, Cardiovascular Institute of the South (CIS) is hosting a Women’s Wine and Wellness Event on Wednesday, Aug. 8, from 4:30-7 p.m. at the CIS Baton Rouge clinic located at 7941 Picardy Avenue.

The event is free and will feature screenings for ankle brachial index (ABI). These simple, painless screenings test the blood flow in the legs to determine risk for heart disease.

Screening results will be available on site, and CIS cardiologists will be available to answer questions and provide risk assessments.

The event will also include hors d’oeuvres and red wine sampling. This is an opportunity for women to relax and unwind while monitoring their health at the same time.

Heart disease is the number one killer of American women. These free screenings and presentations are provided to encourage the women of Baton Rouge to learn the risk factors of heart disease and what steps are needed to reduce them. Adapting a heart-healthy lifestyle and receiving appropriate medical care can help prevent cardiovascular disease. If you experience pain in your legs such as cramping or swelling, consult a doctor about your risk.

To RSVP for the screening, or to learn more, please call CIS at 225-308-2247 or toll free at 1-855-437-0247.

CIS is one of the most respected groups of cardiologists, representing nearly every specialty in heart and circulatory medicine. With a team of nearly 500 dedicated team members, CIS serves communities throughout Louisiana, as well as national and international patients, at its 13 clinics.

CIS consistently positions itself at the forefront of technology by providing the most up-to-date technology coupled with compassionate care.

This mission has guided the institute for nearly 28 years of service to south Louisiana.

For more information about CIS, call 1-800-425-2565 or visit www.cardio.com.