Morning Buzz: August 16 [Video]

1. Nearly half of all Americans have high blood pressure which can lead to increased chances of having a stroke, heart attack, or heart failure.

Now the American Heart Association has partnered with the Kent District Library to launch a “Libraries With Heart” program to support area residents in monitoring their own blood pressure numbers.

Each library branch location has been equipped with at least one blood pressure kit available to be checked out by individuals for three weeks at a time. The kits contain a simple blood pressure monitoring device, cuffs appropriate for all arm sizes, educational materials, and clear instructions on how to accurately take a blood pressure reading using the monitor.

Place a hold on your monitor today at kdl.org.

2. Still need to get those all-important school supplies for your student – head to the Save A Life A Day Back To School Safety Bash today from noon to 6 p.m. It’s happening at Alger …