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Blood pressure monitors now available for loan at Paignton Library

Posted on 17 Oct 2024

At Libraries Unlimited, we’re always looking for new ways to support our communities and improve lives. As part of this commitment, we’re pleased to introduce a new pilot scheme at Paignton Library, where residents can now borrow blood pressure monitors.

 

Why Offer Blood Pressure Monitors for Loan?

Managing health shouldn’t be complicated or expensive. Home blood pressure monitoring is a straightforward and effective way for people to keep track of their health in a comfortable setting. The NHS reports that regular home monitoring can significantly lower the risk of serious issues like strokes and heart attacks. By offering blood pressure monitors for loan, we’re making an important health tool accessible to everyone.

 

How It Works

 

We’ve made the process easy: there are 20 blood pressure monitors available for loan, and any member can borrow one with their library card. This initiative is part of our broader effort to promote health and wellbeing, giving people medical devices they might not otherwise be able access.

 

 

More Than Just Books

Libraries have always been about more than just books—they’re spaces where communities can come together, learn, and grow. This pilot is another way we’re supporting residents in living healthier, fuller lives, and we are hopeful that we will be able to extend this offer to our other libraries.

 

Libraries Unlimited believes…

…in the unlimited potential of library services to make a positive difference to people’s lives and communities through a shared love of reading and access to high quality information and facilities.