February is Renton Heart Month
During the month of February the City of Renton Fire & Emergency Services Department is looking forward to conducting its annual “Heart Month” community outreach program. The campaign is designed to increase public awareness about heart health and related cardiovascular conditions. Cardiovascular diseases, including stroke and high blood pressure, continue to be our nation’s number one killer.
The Renton Fire & Emergency Services Department provides free preventative screenings to the public that include blood pressure and blood sugar checks. During February, Renton firefighters will be in various stores and locations throughout the city offering these vital services. Click here for the schedule.
Last year the Renton Fire & Emergency Services Department performed over 7,000 screenings during the month of February. People who were not aware they were at risk were encouraged to see their doctor in order to address the risk to help prevent future medical complications.
This year the annual Renton Heart Month campaign has an added emphasis on reaching out to Renton’s diverse populations in Renton. Firefighters and staff from Valley Medical Center will perform screenings at a number of culturally diverse locations throughout the City of Renton, including Fairwood neighborhoods during the month of February.