Y Member Praises Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring Program After Life-Saving Outcome. Shirley Lilly joined the Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring Program (BPSM) in the fall of 2022, she was looking for some guidance from Healthy Heart Ambassadors on how she can get her blood pressure under control. The four-month program focuses on regulated home self-monitoring of one’s blood pressure every two weeks using proper measuring techniques, individualized support and monthly nutrition education seminars. It also includes two personalized consultations per month.
On one particular day, Lilly learned of news she would never forget. “I found out my blood pressure was in the danger zone. It was 179/89 then 202/102. I went to the emergency room and had my medication modified after attending office hours with the program. If it had not been for the checking of my blood pressure and being sent home with a BP machine, my outcome could have been very different,” Lilly said. Tracey Burns, Director of Healthy Lifestyles, believes this information potentially saved Shirley from a heart attack. “I’m just so grateful that this helped her catch it in time. This is why we have these programs in place, to provide our members and community with the tools and resources they need to lead healthier lives,” said Burns.
