Date: Thursday, November 12, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Location: Saskatoon Food Bank & Learning Centre
Cost: Free

📅 Register here: Living with Hypertension (High Blood Pressure) Date: Thursday, November 12, 2026 – Fill in form

Did you know that high blood pressure often has no symptoms, yet it can significantly increase the risk of heart attack, stroke, kidney disease, and other serious health conditions? A blood pressure reading of 130/80 or higher is considered hypertension.

Join students from the University of Saskatchewan College of Medicine for an informative and practical workshop on understanding and managing high blood pressure. Learn simple lifestyle changes that can help improve your health and reduce your risk of complications.

In this workshop, you'll learn:

✅ What hypertension is and why it matters
✅ Common risk factors and warning signs
✅ Foods that can help lower blood pressure, including fruits, vegetables, fish, beans, lentils, and whole grains
✅ Foods and habits to limit, such as excess salt, alcohol, processed meats, and saturated fats
✅ The importance of physical activity and other healthy lifestyle choices
✅ Practical tips to support long-term heart health

📅 Register here: Living with Hypertension (High Blood Pressure) Date: Thursday, November 12, 2026 – Fill in form