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Blood Pressure Screening - 37th Annual Heritage Day

Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island (BCBSRI) is holding a free blood pressure screenings open to all members of the public.

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is one of the most common chronic conditions in adults. Since uncontrolled high blood pressure can result in serious health problems such as heart attack or stroke, it is important to have it checked regularly. Attendees of this BCBSRI screening event will learn how to easily check their blood pressure levels and how to keep their blood pressure under control.

The next free screening near you is:

Date: Sept. 20, 2014
Time: 12pm - 2pm
Location: Roger Williams Memorial Park, 282 North Main St., Providence, RI

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