Upcoming Event

Cardiovascular Community Outreach Program

Jack Hobbs Community Hub, Hillingdon Street, London, SE17 3NH

1 August 2026 | 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Scale of The Problem

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Heart disease is the second leading cause of death in Southwark.

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One in four deaths in Southwark is from heart disease

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Around 8,000 residents may have undiagnosed diabetes, a major cardiovascular risk factor

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The majority of the reported deaths are from ethnic minorities, resulting in health inequalities

What we will deliver

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Blood pressure & blood sugar checks for attendees

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Clinical advice and health education

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Free BP monitors for selected high-risk beneficiaries

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Essential medications and signposting/referrals

Event at a glance

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Location: Jack Hobbs Community Hub, Hillingdon Street, London, SE17 3NH

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Date: Saturday, 1 August 2026

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Time: 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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Format: Free screening, health education, referrals & support

Community benefits

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Improve access to health care services

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Reduce the risk of heart-related diseases

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Improve accessibility to mental health prevention support

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Better awareness of a healthy lifestyle for improved health