Learn more about peripheral arterial disease at April 26 program

PLAINVILLE – Peripheral arterial disease is a common circulatory condition which narrows arteries and restricts blood flow to the body’s extremities. The most prevalent symptom is leg pain while walking. The condition may also indicate atherosclerosis – fatty deposits in the arteries.

A free program about the causes, associated illnesses and injuries, and treatment of peripheral arterial disease will be held Friday, April 26, 10 a.m., at Plainville Senior Center, 200 East St. Presenter will be Parth Shah, MD, FACS, director, Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, The Hospital of Central Connecticut and Hartford Hospital. Hartford HealthCare Senior Services is sponsoring.

Seating is limited and registration is required. To RSVP, call 1.855.HHC.HERE/ 1.855.442.4373.

Hartford HealthCare Senior Services is a not for profit under Hartford HealthCare. For more information about Hartford HealthCare Senior Services, visit https://hhcseniorservices.org.