Cholesterol Screenings Available In February

McHenry County Department of Health (MCDH) will offer cholesterol screenings in recognition of February’s American Heart Month. The screening requires a 12-hour fast and includes total cholesterol, HDL and LDL cholesterol, fasting blood glucose, triglycerides, blood pressure, heart age assessment and cardiovascular education. The cost is $35. A nursing consult is available once results are received. Men who are 50 years of age may also receive a free PSA screening. Appointments are required (815-334-4082) for the following dates/locations:

9am-11am, Sat., Feb 7 – Alden-Hebron High School, 9604 Illinois Street, Hebron

9am-11am, Thurs., Feb 12 – Woodstock Public Library, 414 West Judd Street

6:30am-9:30am, Thurs., Feb 19 – Sage YMCA, 701 Manor Street, Crystal Lake

7:30am-9:30am, Wed., Feb 25 – McHenry Township, 3703 N Richmond Rd, Johnsburg

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 71 million Americans have high cholesterol. Having high cholesterol puts you at risk for cardiovascular disease (includes heart disease, stroke, and high blood pressure) which is the #1 killer of women and men in the United States. It is also the leading cause of disability, preventing Americans from working and enjoying family activities. Certain lifestyles such as being a smoker, being overweight and lack of exercise can also put people at a higher risk for developing heart disease.

There are no signs or symptoms of high cholesterol but it can be treated. Getting your cholesterol checked with a simple blood test is the only way you can know if you are at risk for high cholesterol or already have high cholesterol. Knowing your cholesterol level will help your doctor suggest steps for you to take to prevent high cholesterol or to reduce your levels if they are high. Quitting smoking, eating a healthy diet, getting regular exercise and maintaining a healthy weight can keep blood cholesterols down.

For more information on cardiovascular disease and its risk factors, visit the CDC at http://www.cdc.gov/features/heartmonth/.

Cholesterol Screening Offered November 15

McHenry County Department of Health (MCDH) will offer a cholesterol screening at Woodstock Public Library, 414 West Judd Street, in Woodstock on Saturday, November 15 from 9am-11:30am.  Appointments are required at 815-334-4082.  The cost is $35.  The screening requires a 12-hour fast and includes total cholesterol, HDL and LDL cholesterol, fasting blood glucose, triglycerides, blood pressure, heart age assessment and cardiovascular education.  A nursing consult is available once results are received.

Why is cholesterol important? High cholesterol has a lot to do with your chances of getting heart disease.  Although it usually has no signs or symptoms, it can be treated. In fact, high cholesterol, high blood pressure and diabetes are all major risk factors for heart disease.  Certain lifestyles such as being a smoker, being overweight and lack of exercise can also put people at a higher risk for developing heart disease. Everyone can take steps to lower their risk of heart disease and heart attack by addressing these risk factors. 

 By quitting smoking, eating a healthy diet, getting regular exercise and maintaining a healthy weight, you can keep blood cholesterols down. For more information on cardiovascular disease and its risk factors, visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention at http://www.cdc.gov/heartdisease/what_you_can_do.htm. 

Cholesterol Screening -- Greenwood Township -- Thursday, April 10

McHenry County Department of Health (MCDH) will offer a cholesterol screening at Greenwood Township, 5211 Miller Road, Wonder Lake, on Thursday, April 10, from 7am-9am.  Appointments are required at 815-334-4851.  The cost is $35.  The screening requires a 12-hour fast and includes total cholesterol, HDL and LDL cholesterol, fasting blood glucose, triglycerides, blood pressure and cardiovascular education.    

Why is cholesterol important? High cholesterol has a lot to do with your chances of getting heart disease.  Although it usually has no signs or symptoms, it can be treated. In fact, high cholesterol, high blood pressure and diabetes are all major risk factors for heart disease.  Certain lifestyles such as being a smoker, being overweight and lack of exercise can also put people at a higher risk for developing heart disease. Everyone can take steps to lower their risk of heart disease and heart attack by addressing these risk factors. 

By quitting smoking, eating a healthy diet, getting regular exercise and maintaining a healthy weight, you can keep blood cholesterols down. For more information on cardiovascular disease and its risk factors, visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention at http://www.cdc.gov/heartdisease/what_you_can_do.htm.

Cholesterol Screening Available

McHenry County Department of Health (MCDH) will offer a cholesterol screening on Saturday, November 17, 2012 from 8am-11am, at its Crystal Lake office, 100 N Virginia Street (Route 14), just south of Route 176.

The screening requires a 12-hour fast and includes total cholesterol, HDL and LDL cholesterol, fasting blood glucose, triglycerides, blood pressure and cardiovascular education.  Call MCDH for an appointment at 815-334-4536.  The cost is $35.

Why is cholesterol important? Your blood cholesterol level has a lot to do with your chances of getting heart disease. In fact, high cholesterol, high blood pressure and diabetes are major risk factors for heart disease.  Certain lifestyles such as being a smoker, being overweight and lack of exercise can also put people at a higher risk for developing heart disease.  Everyone can take steps to lower their risk of heart disease and heart attack by addressing these risk factors.

For more information on cardiovascular disease and its risk factors, visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention at http://www.cdc.gov/heartdisease/what_you_can_do.htm.