Friends of Shelby Area District Library Receives American Heart Association Grant
The Friends of Shelby Area District Library were one of the Michigan libraries to receive a grant from the American Heart Association (AHA) to support good heart health! The grant has allowed the Shelby Library to obtain clinically validated (accurate) blood pressure monitors, provide educational support for staff and community members, and information for referral to local health care providers. Blood pressure is the leading cause of preventable death with nearly 120 million Americans experiencing some level of hypertension and rates are often higher in rural areas like ours.
The blood pressure monitors are now available for check out at the Shelby Library including printed educational material, instructions to assist our patrons in the use of these devices, and where to seek additional guidance and treatment as needed.
The Friends of SADL thank the AHA for this grant and the staff of the Shelby Library for their support of this important initiative to serve our community.
