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Pictures can say a thousand words and perhaps can even save your life —
especially when those pictures show major arteries in your body.
Those who attend the Women’s
Information Network’s fifth annual health fair from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
March 31 at The Forum can get an “artery portrait,” thanks to Redmond
Regional Medical Center’s new Angio-screen technology.
It will take pre-registered individuals only about 15 minutes to undergo the diagnostic procedure at a reduced rate.
Angio-screen helps to check for
irregular heart rhythms, blood pressure levels, plaque and, most
importantly, blockages in neck and leg arteries through colorized
ultrasound pictures. Normally the service is $50, but it will be
offered to pre-registered attendees at a discounted rate of $35.
“This is definitely something to
take advantage of. It could save your life,” said Kay Dixon, Redmond
Occupational Health’s marketing manager and WIN member.
“People are given the chance to
look at their vascular health and are able to see what exactly is going
on and are given a print-out they can discuss with their primary care
physician. It’s a tool to be used not necessary to diagnose but to
identify risks for heart attack or stroke,” Dixon said
At the health fair, there will also
be several free screenings available, including blood sugar, bone
density, cholesterol, hearing, blood pressure, skin cancer and prostate
cancer.
Spring Training is an annual WIN
effort to involve Floyd Countians in more active, healthy lifestyles.
Both individuals and teams are challenged to participate in various
health-conscious activities including everything from quitting smoking
for a day, to installing a smoke detector, to donating blood. Those who
complete the challenge are then registered to compete for the Grand
Slam/Grand Prize of $1,000.
New to this year, WIN will also be
hosting “Dancing on the Diamond.” The dance will be held at the Barron
Stadium Annex at 300 West Third Street on March 31, starting at 7 p.m.
Ballpark refreshments will be served at the dance, along with free
dance instruction by Berry College dance instructor Jeanne Schul.
“We wanted to have a fun event that
would get people excited about spring training this year,” said Sharon
Baker, WIN president.
Dance tickets are $8 per person and $5 for students, and are available at the Senior Adult Recreation Center and WRGA Radio.
For more information about the health fair, spring training or the dance feel free to contact WIN at 706-234-8483.
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