HUH Shoots for Healthy Blood Pressure

In May, Howard University Hospital (HUH) sponsored an event to raise awareness about the health risks posed by high blood pressure among Washington, D.C.’s most vulnerable community members. Retired NBA legends Dominique Wilkins and Spencer Haywood (pictured) participated in the event, which was part of the national “Shooting for Healthy BP” campaign, a blood pressure awareness program launched by Novartis and the National Basketball Retired Players Association (NBRPA) to educate people, particularly African Americans, who are disproportionately affected by high blood pressure.

More than 300 people, including employees and area residents, participated in the event, with nearly 200 participants having their blood pressure screened. The NBA legends engaged attendees, providing autographed t-shirts and other memorabilia.

The outreach event was another example of HUH’s efforts to provide high quality health care services to the Washington, D.C. community, while providing fun activities and educational, life-saving information.

*Photo Credits: Kerry-Ann Hamilton