3 Health Events In Livingston: Blood Pressure, Stroke Risk, Hearing Loss

LIVINGSTON, NJ — Three health-related events will take place in Livingston for people who want more information about blood pressure, stroke risks or hearing loss.

The following information comes courtesy of the Township of Livingston:

BLOOD PRESSURE

The Livingston Health Department is offering a free Blood Pressure Screening for Livingston residents on Wednesday, April 29 from 10 a.m. to noon. The screening will be held at the Livingston Senior/Community Center, 204 Hillside Avenue, on the first floor.

High blood pressure is known as “the silent killer” because it has no symptoms of its own, but it can dramatically increase one’s risk of developing heart disease or stroke. Many people with high blood pressure don’t even know they have it; the signs and symptoms are often misunderstood. High blood pressure can be managed effectively though lifestyle changes and, when necessary, medication.

This service is free of charge to Livingston residents. Appointments and walk-ins are welcome. If you would like to make an appointment, contact the Nursing/Health Education Division at 973-535-7961, ext. #7109, #7108, or #7110.

STROKE RISK SCREENING

The Livingston Health Department, in conjunction with Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center, will offer a free Stroke Risk Assessment Screening on Thursday, May 7 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Livingston Senior/Community Center, 204 Hillside Ave, in Craft Room 1.

Each year, more than 795,000 people in the United States have a stroke, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). A stroke occurs either when blood clots or particles block blood vessels to the brain or when a blood vessel in the brain bursts.

While there are some risk factors that cannot be controlled, such as age and race/ethnicity, others can be controlled. Lifestyle changes such as increased physical activity, healthier eating, and efforts to control high blood pressure can all help decrease your stroke risk.

The Stroke Risk Assessment Screening is free and will help you understand your risk of having a stroke and what you can do to lower it. The screening will test blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood glucose and will include a brief nursing consultation. Fasting for the screening is not required, but preferred.

An appointment for the screening is required. For questions, or to make an appointment, contact the Health Department at 973-535-7961, ext. #7110, #7109, or #7108.

HEARING LOSS

The Livingston Health Department, in conjunction with Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center, is offering a presentation on hearing loss on Monday, May 11 from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Livingston Senior/Community Center, 204 Hillside Avenue, in Tahaney Room 1 on the first floor.

About 1 in 7 people in the United States experiences some degree of hearing loss, with many individuals remaining unchecked or untreated. Join us for this presentation to learn more about the different types and causes of hearing loss, and to explore the available treatment options.

Pre-registration is required. To register, email Jessica at jekelly@livingstonnj.org or call the Health Department at 973-535-7961, ext. #7110, #7109, or #7108.

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