The blood pressure hubs are located at the following ASCPL locations: Main Library, North Hill Branch, Northwest Akron Branch, Odom Boulevard Branch and Portage Lakes Branch. “Blood pressure screening machines enable early detection of hypertension, a silent but dangerous condition,” said Patrick Manning, Neighborhood Services Manager for ASCPL. Blood pressure numbers of less than 120/80 mm Hg are considered within the normal range. Managing blood pressure through medication, lifestyle changes and regular monitoring can significantly lower the risk of severe health consequences. To learn more about blood pressure and how you can keep yours in check, visit www.heart.org/bloodpressure.