Don't be alarmed by the enormous heart dominating Maastricht's Vrijthof. This striking installation, created by the Heart Foundation and The Heart & Vascular Group, aims to raise awareness about cardiovascular diseases.
Measuring 8 meters wide and 6 meters high, the oversized heart model offers visitors interactive insights into heart function, common cardiovascular conditions, and treatments. Explore features like a bypass, stent, heart valve issues, and the impact of a heart attack.
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Public Open Day
The installation ties into the Between Lab & Life Maastricht event on Saturday, November 5, at Maastricht UMC+. Enjoy lab tours, meet researchers for a meet-and-greet, and learn mindfulness techniques. This event is part of a nationwide series on cardiovascular research.
Event Details
Between Lab & Life Maastricht, November 5, 2011 (1:45 pm to 5 pm), University building at Universiteitssingel 40. Register now: www.hartstichting.nl/kalender.
