Trinity offers free health check
November is Diabetes Awareness Month. To help area residents discover their health risks associated with diabetes, Trinity Hospital Twin City’s Diabetes Wellness Program will host a free hemoglobin A1C health screen from 3:30-7 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 15 at the hospital’s St. Francis Conference Center, 819 N. First St., Dennison.
A hemoglobin A1C screening is a blood test that measures blood-sugar levels over three months. A1C screenings can reveal how well a person is managing his/her diabetes. People with diabetes who maintain a good A1C level can reduce their risks of getting serious health complications.
Hemoglobin A1C screenings also can reveal if a person is at risk for diabetes. Many factors can increase a person’s risk of diabetes including being overweight; having a mother, father, sister or brother with diabetes; having had gestational diabetes; and more.
In addition to the A1C screenings, Dr. Rebecca Gambs, optometrist, will offer free vision screenings, and educational information will be available. The Uhrichsville Lions Club will also have a collection box for used eyeglasses for any person who may want to donate old prescription glasses to charity.
No appointment is necessary to participate in the health screen, and fasting is not required. This free health screen is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration of the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services under grant #D04RH28379 of the Rural Health Care Services Outreach Program.
Hemoglobin A1C tests are recommended for all adults who have diabetes or are overweight and/or have other risk factors for diabetes. Participating in regular health screenings is one of the best ways to detect medical problems early.
For more information call 740-922-7450 ext. 2177.