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MediRite offers FREE blood pressure and cholesterol testing for World Heart Day

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MediRite pharmacies will be offering FREE blood pressure and cholesterol testing between 23 and 29 September in support of World Heart Day on 29 September.

To make use of this free service, customers are urged to make an appointment at their nearest MediRite, where a friendly and qualified pharmacist will administer the blood pressure test.

“Cardiovascular disease is among the top three causes of death in sub-Saharan Africa; therefore it is important to protect your heart by having your blood pressure and cholesterol levels checked regularly. Both Hypertension or high blood pressure and high cholesterol have no major symptoms and the only way to know if you are at risk is to have yourself tested,” says Prof Liesl Zühlke, President of the South African Heart Association.

“High blood pressure and high levels of cholesterol are associated with an increased risk of heart disease. I would encourage all South Africans to make use of this excellent opportunity to have their blood pressure and cholesterol tested,” Prof Zühlke continues.

The free blood pressure and cholesterol tests are available at the 147 MediRite pharmacies conveniently located in Checkers and Shoprite supermarkets across South Africa. Visit http://www.medirite.co.za/ to locate your nearest one.

SHOPRITE: Amalinda Centre East London (043) 741 2193; Bethelsdorp (041) 481 3121; Fingoland Mall Butterworth (047) 491 2404; Greenacres Shopping Centre (041) 363 4852; Kwanobuhle (041) 977 0924; Kenako Mall New Brighton (041) 452 3765; Binnehof Centre Uitenhage (041) 992 1476; Circus Triangle Shopping Centre Umtata (047) 531 0532.

CHECKERS: King William’s Town (043) 642 6949; Moffet on Main Lifestyle Centre Port Elizabeth (041) 367 2928; Greenacres Shopping Centre (041) 363 1205; Nonesi Mall Queenstown (045) 838 5976; Balfour Park Shopping Centre Vincent (043) 726 3718.

Author: Angelique Wagner
Website: https://www.shopriteholdings.co.za/

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