Appointments are still available for the October 20th cardiovascular screen being held at the McHenry County Department of Health (MCDH)’s Crystal Lake office (7:30am-9:30am, Community Room) located at 100 N Virginia Street.
The screening requires a 12-hour fast and includes total cholesterol, HDL and LDL cholesterol, fasting blood glucose, triglycerides, blood pressure, cardiovascular education and heart age assessment.
Appointments are required at 815-334-4536; cost is $35.00.
Having high blood cholesterol puts you at risk for heart disease, the leading cause of death in the United States and worldwide. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states about 1 of every 6 adult Americans has high blood cholesterol. In McHenry County, heart disease is the 2nd leading cause of death (857 deaths in 2007 and 204 deaths from stroke).
The more risk factors a person has, the greater the chances of developing cardiovascular disease. Knowing the risk factors of heart disease is the first step towards lowering your chances of having a heart attack, stroke or similar health condition.
For more information on cardiovascular disease and its risk factors, visit the CDC http://www.cdc.gov/cholesterol/.
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