Croí to host free cardiovascular health checks in Letterkenny this month
The Irish charity Croí is hosting a 'Heartfest' event in Letterkenny, offering free cardiovascular health screenings and CPR demonstrations. The initiative aims to encourage proactive heart health management within the local community.
Why it matters
Public health outreach programs like this are essential for early detection of cardiovascular issues and improving emergency response capabilities in local communities.
Free cardiovascular health checks will be available to the public in Letterkenny at the end of the month.
Irish heart and stroke charity Croí are bringing its Mobile Health Hub to Letterkenny as a part of Croí’s World Heart Month ‘Heartfest’ activities.
The Mobile Health Hub will be at Letterkenny Public Service Centre on Thursday, 24th September from 10am to 4pm, providing free blood pressure and cholesterol checks.
The visit will also include free CPR demonstrations, giving members of the community the opportunity to learn more about how they could respond in a cardiac emergency and potentially save a life.
During this World Heart Month, Croi is encouraging people to know their numbers, and to take proactive steps to protect their heart health.
Anyone interested must book an appointment in advance online at www.croi.ie
Highland Radio Pine Hill, Letterkenny, Co. Donegal, Ireland
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