Take it Beyond the Chair
In the United States, an estimated 44 percent of black men are diagnosed with some form of cardiovascular disease. Black men also have an increased risk of stroke. To empower black men to adopt healthier lifestyle choices and reduce their risk for heart disease and stroke we have partnered with three black-owned barbershops to create the Barbershop Health Outreach Project.
Barbershops are not just about getting a haircut or shave, it is an experience. Barbers play a vital role in the community. The personal connection and trust between the barber and the client can help influence positive health behavior change. Ultimately, the barbershops have the power to build a healthier community and empower black men to take control of their health.
Six local barbershops, Fair Kutz, Blade Masters, Masterpiece II, Masterpiece Barber College, Executive Cuts, and Hair Unlimited will offer outreach and education including free blood pressure screenings, prediabetes risk assessment screening, health education, and referrals to healthcare providers for those uninsured or without a medical home.
Free blood pressure checks are happening at the following barbershop locations:
Friday, April 19, 2019 @ 3-5pm
Masterpiece II
1374 W. Cheyenne
NLV, 89030
702-636-2887
Saturday, April 27, 2019 @ 10-1pm
Hair Unlimited
1000 M.L.K. Blvd.
Las Vegas, 89106
702-648-9500
Friday, May 3, 2019 @ 1-3pm
Masterpiece College
3510 E. Bonanza
Las Vegas, 89110
702-438-2887
Saturday, May 4, 2019 @ 10am-1pm
Blade Masters
2245 N. Decatur
Las Vegas, 89108
702-646-5212
Friday, May 10, 2019 @ 3-5pm
Fair Kutz
270 S. Decatur
Las Vegas, 89107
702-998-9488
Saturday, May 11, 2019 @ 10-1pm
Executive Cuts
921 W. Owens
Las Vegas, 89106
702-647-4002
Friday, May 17, 2019 @ 3-5pm
Masterpiece II
1374 W. Cheyenne
NLV, 89030
702-636-2887
Saturday, May 25, 2019 @ 10-1pm
Hair Unlimited
1000 M.L.K. Blvd.
Las Vegas, 89106
702-648-9500
