Are you at risk of having diabetes, heart disease or other chronic conditions? It may be time to “Know Your Numbers,” the focus of a health fair at Central Crossing Senior Center.
The public is invited to attend the Aug. 18 event. Participants can expect free blood sugar and albumin screenings, as well as tests for BMI, waist measurement, blood pressure and pulse oximetry, which helps detect heart problems.
The following reduced-cost lab screenings will be offered:
- Comprehensive health panel (complete metabolic profile, lipid profile, complete blood count), $15
- PSA Test (prostate cancer screening), $10
- Hgb A1c (average blood glucose), $5
- EKG (heart screen), $10
- PFT (lung screen), $10
- TSH (thyroid test), $5
The health fair on Tuesday, Aug. 18, will run from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Central Crossing Senior Center, located at 20801 YY 15, in Shell Knob, Mo. No registration is required; participants will be screened on a first-come, first-served basis. Also remember to fast for 12 hours prior to having your blood drawn. Healthy refreshments will be provided.
The health fair is a partnership with Mercy, which began offering therapy services at the center in July. The new Mercy addition is staffed two days a week by a physical therapist and volunteer, and includes a private room and exercise equipment for physical therapy, evaluations and treatment. In order to utilize the services, patients will first need to consult a doctor.
To learn more about the health fair, or services offered by Mercy at Central Crossing Senior Center, call (417) 847-6085.