Local hospital to hold screening, awareness event for heart month

Kaylee Lindenmuth

Sun, February 15, 2026 at 2:03 PM UTC

LEWISTOWN, Pa. (WHTM) — A local hospital is holding a community blood pressure screening and heart health awareness event in recognition of American Heart Month.

Geisinger will host the event at the School of Nursing in Lewistown on Saturday, Feb. 28 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

“Our goal during Heart Month is provide easy, accessible, personalized information about hypertension,” said Geisinger nephrologist Stacy Andersen, M.D., Ph.D. “High blood pressure usually has no symptoms. So simple screenings like this can help people take control of their heart health.”

Clinicians will conduct blood pressure screenings and offer educational materials, including medication cards and blood pressure tracking cards.

In addition to screenings, attendees will receive heart‑themed giveaways, including pill organizers and magnets, while supplies last. Refreshments will also be available.

Also offered are homemade Valentine’s cards from Lewistown Intermediate School students, reinforcing the message of caring for hearts, Geisinger says.

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The event is free and open to the public and no appointment is necessary.

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