McHenry Co. Health Dept. offers health screenings the first Wednesday of the month
Do you know your numbers? Your cholesterol, blood sugar, blood pressure and body mass index numbers are key indicators of your risk for chronic disease.
For $25, the McHenry County Department of Health will screen for these important risk factors.
On Wednesday, June 7, the McHenry County Department of Health will schedule appointments from 9 a.m. to noon at their Crystal Lake facility, 100 N. Virginia St., for community wellness screenings and health education. It is offered on the first Wednesday of each month.
In addition to cholesterol and blood sugar screening for a $25 fee, heart age assessment, blood pressure checks and body mass analysis will be offered free. All screening tests are non-fasting and private with immediate results.
Test results will be given to clients so they may share them with their doctor.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 71 million American adults are living with high LDL cholesterol which can lead to heart disease, the leading cause of death in the United States.
The National Cholesterol Education Program recommends that adults get their cholesterol checked at least every five years.
The CDC also states that 1 out of 11 people are living with diabetes and many are undiagnosed.
Knowledge is power, by keeping your numbers within a healthy range, you can greatly improve your heart health and reduce your risk for chronic disease.
Online appointments can be made by visiting www.mcdh.info. You also may call (815) 334-4510 to schedule your appointment.