Free and Low-Cost Health Screenings Available In Lenawee County

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Free and Low-Cost health screenings will be available at the Lenawee County Fair Grounds in Adrian. The event will take place between 8am-Noon on Thursday, May 24th. The Fair Grounds are located at 602 North Dean Street in Adrian.

Vaccines may be available to adults 19 years of age or older who are uninsured* or underinsured*, and meet certain risk factors: Td/Tdap, MMR, Hepatits B, Hepatitis A. Flue and Pneumonia will be available for Medicare part B recipients.

*Adults with vaccine insurance coverage or Medicaid do not qualify for this program.

No appointment is necessary- Minors must have a parent or legal guardian’s signature.

Free Tests and Services Include:

Blood pressure

Nutrition and medication counseling

Height/weight measurement

The Following Tests Will Be Available For A Small Fee:

Blood panel ($20)- A 22-test profile that includes a complete blood cell count, liver, kidney and thyroid function, glucose, sodium, potassium, cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL, and LDL.

HA1C ($15)- A blood test that aids in diagnosing and in monitoring diabetes.

Vitamin D ($10)- Measures how much vitamin D is in your body. Vitamin D is essential for healthy bones, and lock of it can lead to health problems, including cardiovascular disease.

Colorectal Cancer Kits ($5)- These are take home kits that may detect early warning signs of ulcers, cancer or colitis.

***Accurate results for some blood tests require fasting for 12 hours. Take all medication with water only.***

***All tests are subject to availability at time of Health Check***

For More Information:

Contact Health Check at (734) 242-1331

*Important*

All test results will be mailed to the address on your registration form. If results are not received within 2 weeks please call (734) 242-1331.

Note: all lab tests should be interpreted with your physician.

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