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Published: July 01, 2025

Massachusetts library expands role as community hub with blood pressure station

With support from the American Heart Association, Franklin Public Library now offers free blood pressure checks, health resources With support from the American Heart Association, Franklin Public Library now offers free blood pressure checks, health resources With support from the American Heart Association, Franklin Public Library now offers free blood pressure checks, health resources
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Allison Smith Felicia Oti Adrience Worthington Alisha Sullivan Cathleen Liberty

From left, Franklin Assistant Library Director Allison Smith, Library Director Felicia Oti, American Heart Association Vice President of Community Impact Adriene Worthington, Franklin Public Health Nurse Alisha Sullivan, and Franklin Public Health Director Cathleen Liberty pose with a self-monitoring blood pressure device at the Franklin Public Library in Franklin, Mass. The device is part of a new American Heart Association initiative to provide free, accessible blood pressure monitoring for the public.

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Allison Smith Felicia Oti Adrience Worthington Alisha Sullivan Cathleen Liberty

Allison Smith Felicia Oti Adrience Worthington Alisha Sullivan Cathleen Liberty

From left, Franklin Assistant Library Director Allison Smith, Library Director Felicia Oti, American Heart Association Vice President of Community Impact Adriene Worthington, Franklin Public Health Nurse Alisha Sullivan, and Franklin Public Health Director Cathleen Liberty pose with a self-monitoring blood pressure device at the Franklin Public Library in Franklin, Mass. The device is part of a new American Heart Association initiative to provide free, accessible blood pressure monitoring for the public.

copyright Chris Camire 


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American Heart Association health materials

Adriene Worthington, the American Heart Association’s vice president of community impact in Greater Boston, prepares educational materials that will be available to patrons at the Franklin Public Library. In addition to offering self-monitoring blood pressure devices, the library will provide information on managing hypertension and reducing related health risks.

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American Heart Association health materials

American Heart Association health materials

Adriene Worthington, the American Heart Association’s vice president of community impact in Greater Boston, prepares educational materials that will be available to patrons at the Franklin Public Library. In addition to offering self-monitoring blood pressure devices, the library will provide information on managing hypertension and reducing related health risks.

copyright Chris Camire


Please see AHA/ASA Multimedia Materials Usage Policy.

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Self-monitoring blood pressure cuff station

A self-monitoring blood pressure station is set up on the second floor of the Franklin Public Library. In addition to using the in-library device, patrons will be able to check out blood pressure monitors to take home.

copyright Chris Camire 

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Self-monitoring blood pressure cuff station

Self-monitoring blood pressure cuff station

A self-monitoring blood pressure station is set up on the second floor of the Franklin Public Library. In addition to using the in-library device, patrons will be able to check out blood pressure monitors to take home.

copyright Chris Camire 


Please see AHA/ASA Multimedia Materials Usage Policy.

Download (3.2 MB) File Permalink
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