Health

Bronx Notes: Find Out Your Healthcare Rights at ‘ObamaCare’ Forum

Attorney General Eric T. Schneiderman, Congressman Jose E. Serrano and Hostos Community College are hosting a forum on the Affordable Care Act a.k.a. ObamaCare. Attendees will participate in a discussion with heath care experts. The forum will take place on Saturday, Feb. 23 at 10 a.m., at Hostos Community College, 450 Grand Concourse, at 149th Street, MBJ Cafeteria – C building, 3rd floor. The event is sponsored by Montefiore Medical Center and other Bronx-based health organizations. To RSVP and for more information, call Lillian Perez, (212) 416-8754.

Be Healthy: Reduce Risk for Heart Disease, Manage Blood Pressure

High blood pressure is the single most significant risk factor for heart disease. When your blood pressure stays within healthy ranges, you reduce the strain on your heart, arteries, and kidneys which keeps you healthier longer. Here are some tips to keep your heart healthier.

Bronx Notes: ‘Sunday After Super Bowl’ Blood Drive at St. Brendan’s

St. Brendan’s Parish will hold its annual “Sunday After the Super Bowl” blood drive on Sunday, Feb. 10, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. All parishioners and Norwood friends are asked to participate, as blood donations are especially needed in the winter months. A picture ID is needed to participate. 16-year-olds and younger must have written parental consent as well as picture ID.

Bronx Notes: Blood Drive at North Central Bronx Hospital

The North Bronx Healthcare Network is holding a blood drive on Thursday, January 17, from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in a mobile bus outside of North Central Bronx Hospital in Norwood, 3424 Kossuth Ave. Mark Gjonaj, the newly sworn-in 80th District assemblyman, will be stopping by to donate his blood at some point tomorrow.