One in three American adults has high blood pressure, which puts them at risk for stroke and heart disease, two of the leading causes of death in the U.S.

In response to this critical health issue, YMCA’s Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring program offers personalized support as participants develop the habit of monitoring their blood pressure. Research shows that the process of recording blood pressure at least twice a month over a period of four months can lower blood pressure in many people with high blood pressure.

Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring is one part of Y-USA’s suite of evidence-based chronic disease prevention programs. Since 2005, the Y has worked to become a leading provider of chronic disease prevention programs to communities across the U.S.

Participants will:

• Take and record their blood pressure at least two times per month
• Attend two consultations a month with a Healthy Heart Ambassador
• Attend monthly nutrition education seminar.

To qualify, participants must:

• Be at least 18 years old
• Be diagnosed with high blood pressure
• Not have experienced a recent cardiac event
• Not have atrial fibrillation or other arrhythmias
• Not be at risk of lymphedema

YMCA membership is not required to participate in the program.

Please complete registration to be added to the interest list, pending qualification for participation in this program.

Once registered here, a Healthy Living Program facilitator will be in contact with you for a brief screening.

For any questions about qualification or the program, please reach out to Sara Thompson