Free Blood Pressure Screenings & Heart Health Events in Las Vegas | February 2026
- February is American Heart Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about cardiovascular health and the importance of prevention and management of heart-related conditions.
- Heart disease remains the number one killer in the U.S., affecting men, women, and most racial and ethnic groups.
- A key factor in preventing heart disease is managing blood pressure.
February is American Heart Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about cardiovascular health and the importance of prevention and management of heart-related conditions. As of , initiatives are underway across the country to address this leading cause of death in the United States.
Heart disease remains the number one killer in the U.S., affecting men, women, and most racial and ethnic groups. In , nearly one in four deaths in the United States was attributed to heart disease. Nationwide, someone dies of cardiovascular disease approximately every 34 seconds, and someone dies of stroke every 3 minutes and 14 seconds.
A key factor in preventing heart disease is managing blood pressure. High blood pressure is a leading cause of heart disease, and currently, nearly half of U.S. Adults have it. However, only one in four people with high blood pressure have it under control. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force strongly recommends routine blood pressure screening, recognizing hypertension as a major, preventable risk factor for heart disease, stroke, and heart attack.
Recognizing the significant financial burden of heart disease, the cost of healthcare services and medications related to heart disease amounted to over $168 billion between and .
Disparities in Heart Health Outcomes
Data from Clark County, Nevada, highlight concerning disparities in heart health. In , Black adults in the county experienced the highest prevalence of hypertension at 40.4% and stroke at 4.4%, as well as among the highest prevalence of coronary heart disease at 3.3% among racial and ethnic groups, according to the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System. In , Black adults in Clark County had the highest age-adjusted death rate due to heart attack, at 43.5 per 100,000, based on data from the National Environmental Public Health Tracking Network.
“High blood pressure is common, serious and often undiagnosed, but it is also one of the most preventable risk factors for heart disease and stroke,” said Dr. Cassius Lockett, District Health Officer for the Health District. “Providing screenings and education in community settings helps people take an important first step toward managing their health and reducing long-term risk.”
Free Health Screenings and Educational Events in Clark County
The Southern Nevada Health District is actively working to address these disparities by offering free blood pressure screenings and educational events throughout February in accessible community locations, including barbershops, beauty salons, and faith-based organizations.
Salon Talk
A free educational discussion focused on heart health, its connection to brain health, lifestyle choices, and prevention will be held on , from 5 to 7 p.m. At Expertise Cosmetology Institute, located at 1911 Stella Lake St., Las Vegas, NV 89106.
Free Blood Pressure Screening Events
- Expertise Cosmetology Institute: , from 11 a.m. To 1 p.m. At 1911 Stella Lake St., Las Vegas, NV 89106.
- Heat City Fades: , from 1 to 3 p.m. At 270 S. Decatur Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89107.
- Executive Cuts: , from 10 a.m. To noon at 921 W. Owens Ave., Las Vegas, NV 89106.
- Masterpiece Barbershop: , from 3 to 5 p.m. At 2300 N. Rainbow Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89108.
- 5 Star Barbershop: , from noon to 2 p.m. At 2696 W. Ann Rd., North Las Vegas, NV 89031.
- Master Shaving Galo: , from 3 to 5 p.m. At 8090 Blue Diamond Rd., Las Vegas, NV 89178.
Beauty Salon Blood Pressure Screening Event
- Ego Tripp: , from 2 to 4 p.m. At 205 W. Centennial Pkwy, North Las Vegas, NV 89084.
Faith-Based Blood Pressure Screening Events
- Mountaintop Faith Ministries: , during the 10 a.m. Service at 2845 S. Lindell Rd., Las Vegas, NV 89146.
- Nehemiah Ministries: , during the 10:30 a.m. Service at 3606 N. Rancho Dr., Las Vegas, NV 89130.
The Health District encourages individuals to take advantage of these free events to learn their blood pressure numbers and connect with available heart health resources. More information about heart disease and stroke prevention can be found at Get Healthy Clark County | Million Hearts.
Beyond screenings, adopting a healthy lifestyle – including a balanced diet, regular physical activity, maintaining a healthy weight, and avoiding smoking – can significantly lower the risk of developing heart disease and stroke.