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Duquesne University’s Center for Integrative Health presents Self-Monitoring Blood Pressure Program
July 9 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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Duquesne University’s Center for Integrative Health, in partnership with the Carnegie Library in Hazelwood and the American Heart Association, is proud to offer Hazelwood residents the opportunity to attend a free, in-person Self-Monitoring Blood Pressure Program. Sponsored by the American Heart Association, the Self-Monitoring Blood Pressure Program is an evidence-based hypertension management program which introduces at-home monitoring and tracking as key features to improve high blood pressure, physical activity, nutrition, and weight loss. Participants receive weekly incentives, including a free blood pressure monitor.
Key Features of the Program:
- Facilitated by Pharmacists and Fifth-Year Students
- Free five week program focused on personal goals toward better health
- Opportunity and tools for self-monitoring and tracking progress
- Receipt of an at-home blood pressure monitor
- Incentives throughout the program
Participants must be 18+ years old and attend all 5 sessions: Tuesdays, July 2, 9, 16, 23, & 30 from 3 – 4pm.
