Insights for Community Health

"Participants data collected during the scheduled blood pressure sessions will be uploaded to the church PHR system. Lay health workers (LHWs) will then have the capability to access the blood pressure readings and health behavior data through the Congregational Dashboard where they can display the information in easy-to-read charts and graphs that highlight the blood pressure trends across the measurements and changes in fruit and vegetable intake, level of physical activity and weight. The registry will also incorporate computerized health education modules through and evidence-based guidelines for blood pressure control and the NHLBI publications Your Guide to Lowering Blood Pressure and Facts about the DASH Eating Plan."