Checking your blood pressure is easy. At the Wal-Mart in town, you can check your blood pressure at the machine near the pharmacy. It's free and gives results in just a few minutes.
Blood pressure has three factors: Systolic pressure, Diastolic pressure and pulse.
Systolic pressure is the pressure on your blood vessels from when your heart beats to pump blood. Diastolic pressure is the pressure on your blood vessels when your heart is resting. Pulse is the number of times your heart beats a minute.
If someone says they have a blood pressure of 120 over 80, with a pulse of 72, that means they have a systolic pressure of 120 and a diastolic pressure of 80. It would be written as 120/80.
The normal healthy range for Systolic pressure is 110-140. The normal range for Diastolic pressure is 70-90. The average value is 120/80. The range for a healthy pulse of an adult at rest is 60-100. Someone who is very athletic may have a pulse lower than that at rest and still be healthy.
If your pulse or blood pressure is not in the healthy range, you should consult a doctor. Some diseases, like high blood pressure, are treatable with medication but can be dangerous if left untreated.
Wednesday, August 6, 2008
SCLC to hold résumé writing workshop
The Scotland County Literacy Council will hold a résumé writing workshop on Tuesday, Aug. 12, from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at its office, the Sanford House, on the corner of Cronley Street and McLaurin Avenue.
“This workshop will help people understand the nuts and bolts of résumé writing,” said Matthew Hensley, an AmeriCorps member currently working with the organization. “It will teach people why they are important, what goes into them, how to set them up and how to write a cover letter.”
This workshop is part of Learn-to-Earn, a program designed to help people with poor reading and writing abilities attain work-related skills. The focus is on getting people into the workforce while helping them budget finances, earn a G.E.D. and take work-related tests.
“People with poor reading skills, especially those without a diploma or G.E.D., are disproportionately affected by the unemployment crisis in Scotland County,” said Hensley. “Programs like Learn-to-Earn are needed to help this population find stable employment now that so many manufacturing jobs have left the area.”
The Scotland County Literacy Council is a Pro-Literacy accredited non-profit organization that has been serving the literacy needs of Scotland County for over thirty years. For information, call 276-7007.
“This workshop will help people understand the nuts and bolts of résumé writing,” said Matthew Hensley, an AmeriCorps member currently working with the organization. “It will teach people why they are important, what goes into them, how to set them up and how to write a cover letter.”
This workshop is part of Learn-to-Earn, a program designed to help people with poor reading and writing abilities attain work-related skills. The focus is on getting people into the workforce while helping them budget finances, earn a G.E.D. and take work-related tests.
“People with poor reading skills, especially those without a diploma or G.E.D., are disproportionately affected by the unemployment crisis in Scotland County,” said Hensley. “Programs like Learn-to-Earn are needed to help this population find stable employment now that so many manufacturing jobs have left the area.”
The Scotland County Literacy Council is a Pro-Literacy accredited non-profit organization that has been serving the literacy needs of Scotland County for over thirty years. For information, call 276-7007.
Thursday, July 3, 2008
Student John Gibson Receives GED at the age of 60
Mr. John Gibson received multiple and enthusiastic applause at our annual Student and Volunteer Recognition event on April 29th at the Sanford House. He was acknowledged for good reason-he had just accomplished a life long dream by earning a GED at age 60. We were both proud and happy for him at the same time. Mr. Gibson showed unusual perseverance, showing up to study every day for a year. His dedication was a wonderful model for the rest of our students. On June 19, in cap and gown, he walked across the stage at Richmond Community College to receives his richly deserved diploma. We wish you all the best !!
Tuesday, June 17, 2008
LEARN-TO-EARN
The Scotland County Literacy Council is starting LEARN-TO-EARN, a new program designed to meet the dual literacy-employment needs of the community.
Nationally, many studies and statistics have linked joblessness to low-literacy skills and Scotland County is no exception. When the WestPoint Stevens plant closed last year, as many as half the people who lost their jobs lacked a high school diploma and GED. Many manufacturing jobs don’t require basic literacy skills, and as these kinds of jobs are scaled back by our global economy, a real need has emerged to handling both the employment and the education aspects of a layoff.
The Learn-to-Earn program is designed specifically to help people with low-literacy skills reenter the workforce. It will include counseling, tips on applying for jobs, assistance preparing for work-related tests like the WorkKeys Skills test, basic computer skills, and help managing finances.
However, Learn-to-Earn is not strictly for people reentering the workforce. It can also help people who are looking for a better-paying job, give practical solutions for reducing spending and managing time, teach people how to use computers, or help people get government assistance.
If you know anyone who is interested or if you’d like to volunteer with this program, feel free to give us a call at (910) 276-7007 or e-mail us at scotlandcntylit@bellsouth.net.
Nationally, many studies and statistics have linked joblessness to low-literacy skills and Scotland County is no exception. When the WestPoint Stevens plant closed last year, as many as half the people who lost their jobs lacked a high school diploma and GED. Many manufacturing jobs don’t require basic literacy skills, and as these kinds of jobs are scaled back by our global economy, a real need has emerged to handling both the employment and the education aspects of a layoff.
The Learn-to-Earn program is designed specifically to help people with low-literacy skills reenter the workforce. It will include counseling, tips on applying for jobs, assistance preparing for work-related tests like the WorkKeys Skills test, basic computer skills, and help managing finances.
However, Learn-to-Earn is not strictly for people reentering the workforce. It can also help people who are looking for a better-paying job, give practical solutions for reducing spending and managing time, teach people how to use computers, or help people get government assistance.
If you know anyone who is interested or if you’d like to volunteer with this program, feel free to give us a call at (910) 276-7007 or e-mail us at scotlandcntylit@bellsouth.net.
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