Nurses 'Talk Health' at Greenbelt Branch Library in Prince George's County

Prince George's County residents can now receive free health screenings at the Greenbelt Branch Library from University of Maryland School of Nursing Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) students enrolled at The Universities at Shady Grove.Talk Health with the University of Maryland School of Nursing places entry BSN students from UMSON at the Universities at Shady Grove in the PGCMLS Greenbelt Branch Library on Mondays this fall.Screenings include blood pressure checks, light physical activity programs, and educational presentations on topics such as high cholesterol and diabetes. As flu season approaches, the students have also provided information about vaccinations and where to receive them.A newly created partnership between the University of Maryland School of Nursing and the Prince George’s County Memorial Library System will provide much-needed health resources to the community while providing a critical clinical experience for nursing students.Learn more: https://www.umaryland.edu/news/archived-news/october-2023/library-nursing-students-partner-in-public-health-outreach.php#PGCounty #nursingschool #healthscreening #Greenbelt #librarylife