Tee Blount Raises Heart Awareness at Perkinson Park
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February marks National Heart Health Month, and this year, the spotlight is on raising awareness about heart disease and prevention. Tee Blount, founder of the Veronica Blount Memorial Foundation, is championing this cause by hosting several impactful events to promote better heart health in underserved communities. Raising Awareness at Perkerson Park, The Veronica Blount Memorial Foundation is kicking off National Heart Health Month with a community event at Perkerson Park Recreation Center. On February 1st, Atlanta residents are invited to drop by from 12 PM to 2 PM to receive free blood pressure monitors — a potentially life-saving tool in the fight against heart disease.
Heart health starts with awareness and action. Here’s how you can participate this National Heart Health Month:
- Visit Perkerson Park on February 1st to grab your free blood pressure monitor and learn more about heart health.
- Attend the 15th Annual Red Shoe Lunch on February 22nd to support ongoing initiatives by the Veronica Blount Memorial Foundation. Don’t forget to use code RYAN for a discount when purchasing tickets from redshoelunch.com.
- Spread the word with friends and family to help raise awareness about the importance of monitoring heart health.
This February, take the opportunity to protect your heart and support your community. For more updates and information, visit the Veronica Blount Memorial Foundation’s website or follow their social media channels.