RUMFORD — Rumford Hospital is encouraging residents to take a step toward better health during its Walk with a Doc program, which takes place at Hosmer Field at 5:30 p.m. Wednesdays from Sept. 14 through Oct. 12.

Walk with a Doc is a national nonprofit with the mission to encourage healthy physical activity in people of all ages and reverse the consequences of a sedentary lifestyle in order to improve the health and well-being of the country.

“This program has had tremendous participation and success in hundreds of cities around the country,” said Dieter Kreckel, MD. “I’m very pleased to bring this exciting and simple program to Rumford as it has shown such improved health results for countless people around the country.”

The walks are open to the community. Participation is free and preregistration is not required. Health care professionals will provide support to participants and answer questions during the walk.

FMI: www.walkwithadoc.org.