The following is from the Maplewood Health Department
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February is Heart Healthy Month! Maplewood Health Department will be holding lots of blood pressure and diabetes screening programs that are free and open to the public this month:
Tuesday, February 21st- Blood pressure and blood glucose screening provided by the Overlook Hospital Mobile van, 12-2 pm outside the Hilton Branch Library, 1688 Springfield Ave. This is also free and open to the public.
Saturday, February 25th- Maplewood Library Blood Drive, from 10 AM-3 PM at the Main Library, 51 Baker St. Cholesterol screening will also be provided. Program provided by the Community Blood Services. Donor guidelines:
- Weigh at least 110 lbs
- Eat before donation
- Bring ID
- Drink plenty of water before and after donation
