(Michigan City, IN) - Free walks with a doctor will start later this month in Michigan City as part of a program previously created by Franciscan Health to promote healthier lifestyles and supplement the exercise individuals might already be doing.

The 5K walks through Washington Park will begin at City Hall after a brief health talk by a physician or clinical staff member and stretching, hospital officials said. However, people do not have to complete the walks.

The walks, beginning on May 29th, will occur every Wednesday beginning at 6 p.m. following on-site registration at 5:30 p.m.

The Walk with a Doc program is a collaboration between Franciscan Health Michigan City, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, General Insurance Services, MDwise, the City of Michigan City, and the Michigan City Police Department. For more information, contact Franciscan Health Michigan City Community Health Improvement Coordinator Nila Williams at (219) 283-9649 or nila.williams@franciscanalliance.org.