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Bad Links? | Stroke screening at Inman UMC next weekResidents living in and around Fayetteville can be screened to reduce their risk of having a stroke. Life Line Screening will be at the Inman United Methodist Church July 1. Appointments will begin at 9 a.m. A stroke, also known as a brain attack, is ranked as the third leading killer in the world, and the second among women. Through preventive screenings, the risk of having a stroke can be greatly reduced. Screenings are fast, painless and low-cost. They involve the use of ultrasound technology, and scan for potential health problems related to: blocked arteries which can lead to a stroke, aortic aneurysms which can lead to a ruptured aorta, and hardening of the arteries in the legs, which are a strong predictor of heart disease. Also offered for men and women, is a bone density screening to assess their risk for osteoporosis. Each screening requires ten minutes or less to complete. A complete vascular screening package, including the Stroke/Carotid Artery, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm and Ankle Brachial Index (hardening of the arteries) screenings is $109. Sign-up for a complete vascular package; include the osteoporosis screening and pay only $129. For more information regarding the screenings or to schedule an appointment, call 1-800-697-9721. Pre-registration is required. |
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