High blood pressure is a contributing factor in around half of strokes in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Rotary independently took over 23,000 blood pressures in 2016. Over 6,000 of those tested were advised to make an appointment with their GP to discuss their reading.
For every 10 people diagnosed with high blood pressure, seven remain undiagnosed and untreated - this is more than 5.5 million people in England alone.
more Newark Castle are delighted to have been able to donate food parcels
more Newark Castle has made a generous donation of toys and gifts to the Salvation Army’s Christmas Toy Appeal.
more Newark Castle and Jackson Buildbase partner to supply Key Safes to Dementia sufferers in the Newark area.
more Young carers are children who help look after a member of the family who is sick, disabled or has mental health problems, or is misusing drugs or alcohol.
more The Aim of the awards is to recognise local children showing Courage, and Selfless Acts of Kindness.
more Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) is an intensive leadership experience organized by Rotary clubs and districts where you develop your skills as a leader while having fun and making connections.
back The Community & Vocational Committee meets on a regularly basis to decide how to support our local Community Charities and those who are less fortunate as ourselves.