Customers at Freshly Faded Barber + Shop in North Park aren't just leaving with dope haircuts and fades; they're also getting their blood pressure checked and gaining hypertension awareness.
in North Park was bustling, yet relaxed. The customers weren't just getting dope haircuts and fades — they were also getting quick health check-ups.
Every month, a group of students provides free blood pressure screenings and shares information on preventive care at local barbershops as part of a student-led program called Fade Hypertension. It aims to address health disparities, particularly among the Black community.The issue hits close to home for Taariq Woods, a first-year medical student and co-president of the program. He has several family members who have experienced heart attacks and strokes.
“It's very disarming. People may not have done their blood work in years. They might be embarrassed. They might feel on the spot. But at least they’re taking that first step,” Allen said. The student volunteers said they hope the familiar environment will help patrons take what they learn through the blood pressure screenings and use it to access preventive care.
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