Low-cost health check offered
Trinity Hospital Twin City’s community-outreach department will host a health screen from 7:30-11:30 a.m. at Mako’s Market in Uhrichsville.
Trinity Hospital Twin City’s community-outreach department will host a health screen on May 10 from 7:30-11:30 a.m. at Mako’s Market, 240 E. Third St., Uhrichsville.
Blood tests to measure total cholesterol and glucose (sugar) levels will be available for $10 a person. This regular monthly health screen also includes measurements of HDL (the good cholesterol), LDL (the bad cholesterol) and triglycerides for no additional charge.
For $5 health-screen participants can receive a Hemoglobin A1C screening, a blood test that measures blood-sugar levels over three months. A1C screenings can reveal how well a person is managing his/her diabetes.
Free blood-pressure checks also will be available at the health screen. No appointment is necessary to participate in the health screen. A 10- to 12-hour fast is required for the blood tests, and participants are encouraged to continue drinking water while fasting. For more information call 740-922-7450 ext. 2124.
Blood glucose tests are recommended for all adults who are overweight and/or have other risk factors for diabetes. Cholesterol checks are recommended for all adults at least once every five years or sooner as directed by a doctor.
Participating in regular health screenings is one of the best ways to detect medical problems early.