Goryeong County, North Gyeongsang Province, will operate the Red Circle Zone (Know Your Blood Pressure, Blood Sugar, and Cholesterol Project) for local residents at 30 village community centers in the area until May 20, as part of its efforts to prevent and manage cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases.
Operation of the Red Circle Zone at Goryeong County Public Health Center (Seongsan Branch). Provided by Goryeong County
The 'Red Circle Zone' is a place where residents can measure their blood pressure, blood sugar, and cholesterol levels, and receive guidance on the prevention and management of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases. Any resident of Goryeong can use this service free of charge, and it will be held at village community centers under the jurisdiction of five health subcenters (Deokgok, Unsu, Seongsan, Ugok, Ssangnim).
Since heart disease is the third leading cause of death and cerebrovascular disease is the sixth in Goryeong County, it is important to detect and manage hypertension, diabetes, and dyslipidemia?precursor conditions to cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases?at an early stage. Regularly checking blood pressure, blood sugar, and cholesterol levels, being aware of the results, and improving daily habits are crucial.
County Governor Lee Namcheol stated, "We will do our best to help residents practice healthy lifestyle habits to prevent and manage cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, which can cause serious complications due to their often subtle initial symptoms."
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