Heritage House of Kimball would like to thank the Chamber of Commerce for joining us for lunch during last week’s chamber meeting. What a great group of people working hard on community events. Heritage House will be having an exhibit at the upcoming business expo on March 27. Feel free to stop by and learn more about assisted living at Heritage House of Kimball. We will be doing free blood pressure screening at our exhibit. It’s important to have your blood pressure checked regularly and follow your doctor’s advice regarding your blood pressure. Many people have high blood pressure for years without knowing it. Uncontrolled high blood pressure can lead to stroke, heart attack, heart failure or kidney failure. The only way to tell if you have high blood pressure is to have it checked. According to recent estimates, one in four U.S. adults has high blood pressure, but because there are no symptoms, nearly one-third of these people don’t know they have it. This is why high blood pressure is often called the “silent killer”. Many medications are available to lower high blood pressure. High blood pressure can hurt your body in many ways. Mainly, it adds to the workload of your heart and arteries. Because your heart must work harder than normal for a long time, it tends to get larger. A slightly larger heart may work well, but if it’s enlarged too much, it may have a hard time meeting your body’s demands. Get the facts on high blood pressure and how to live a more heart-healthy life. Find out how you can reduce your risks for heart attack and stroke with proper monitoring by a healthcare provider and simple lifestyle changes. Stop by our exhibit at the upcoming expo to get information about high blood pressure and to have your blood pressure checked. Join us for coffee and dessert on Thursdays from 2-3 p.m. Free blood pressure checks are also available during this time. You’re always welcome to stop by for a tour at your convenience. For more information on Heritage House of Kimball, call Jean or Sondra at (320) 398-8643 or visit our Web site at www.heritagehouseofmn.com.
