 While it's National Stroke Awareness Month in medical professionals at Cayuna Regional Medical Center are offering ways for you to be on top of your blood pressure. Free blood pressure screenings offered today at the Medical Center in Crosby from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. Stroke occurs when a clot blocks a blood vessel which prevents the brain from receiving blood and oxygen. Reducing high blood pressure and weight can help reduce your chance of having a stroke. A lot of people, the people that have their first stroke are often not aware that they even have any high blood pressure so if you're screening it and people are aware sooner then they can help prevent strokes. Free blood pressure monitoring and education will be held again on Friday the 19th from 2 until 6 p.m. at Super 1 in Crosby. If you've enjoyed this segment of Lakeland news please consider making a tax deductible contribution to Lakeland Public Television.