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Community Health and Wellness Screening Services
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Health screenings are not intended to replace a consultation with your physician. The goals of a health screening are to alert people of a health risk that might otherwise go undetected and recommend follow up with a physician as needed. The St. Alexius Community Health and Wellness Program provides education on the risk factors that increase one's chances of developing a health condition as well as lifestyle choices that can help reduce those risks.
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Wellness Screenings - The wellness screening is designed to identify those at risk for developing heart disease, diabetes and osteoporosis.
- Date(s): See below
- Time: 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
- Location: St. Alexius Center for Family Medicine - Mandan, 403 Burlington Street SE, Mandan, ND 58554
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The screenings include:- height
- weight
- body mass index (BMI)
- blood pressure
- blood glucose
- cholesterol
- bone density heel scan
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Participants should fast at least 2 hours prior to having their blood drawn.
2012 Wellness Screening Schedule - Screenings are generally scheduled for the last Wednesday of the month.- January 25
- February 29
- March 28
- April 25
- May 30
- June 27
- September 26
- October 31
- November 28
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A $15 fee will apply for the glucose, cholesterol and the bone density scan. The fee will cover all three tests or $15 for any one test. Pricing is subject to change. Appointments can be made by calling 530-5550.
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Vascular Screening - This screening focuses on common problems found in the arteries outside the heart.
Garrison Family Clinic- Date: Saturday, April 28
- Time:10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
- Cost: FREE
- Location: Garrison Family Clinic ~ 437 3rd Avenue Southeast, Garrison, ND (connected to Garrison Memorial Hospital)
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Mandan Clinic- Date: Saturday, May 19
- Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
- Cost: FREE
- Location: St. Alexius Center for Family Medicine, Mandan ~ 403 Burlington St. SE Mandan, ND
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Screening includes:- Peripheral Artery Screening: Screens for plaque buildup in the leg arteries which can cause burning and discomfort in the legs.
- Carotid Artery Screening: Screens for plaque buildup in the arteries of the neck which can lead to stroke.
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Screening: Screens for enlargement (aneurysms) in the abdominal aorta which can rupture if not monitored and/or treated.
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Participants should fast at least 2 hours prior to screening. Appointments can be made by calling 701- 530-7749.
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Memory Screening - Memory loss is considered the number one concern among older adults. This screening assists in identifying people who may have a memory problem and who require follow up with a physician or qualified healthcare professional.
- Date: Tuesday, May 8th
- Time: 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
- Cost: FREE
- Location: St. Alexius Technology and Education Center ~ 1310 East Main, Bismarck
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The screening consists of a series of questions and tasks that check one's memory, language skills and thinking ability. Appointments can be made by calling 530-7749.
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Obstructive Sleep Apnea Screening - Obstructive sleep apnea refers to a blockage of the upper airway during sleep that causes one to stop breathing periodically. Are you tired after a full night's rest? Do you snore? Are you tired throughout the day? Do you think you may have obstructive sleep apnea?
- Date: Friday, April 13, 2012
- Time: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
- Cost: FREE
- Location:St. Alexius Medical Clinic Minot, 2700 8th Street NW, Minot, ND
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The consequences of untreated sleep apnea are as follows:
- Increased risk of death
- Risk of high blood pressure
- Risk of coronary artery disease
- Risk of stroke
- Impairment of memory, cognition
- Risk of heart failure
- Risk of diabetes mellitus
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Screening consists of height, weight, blood pressure and neck circumference, followed by a sleep assessment conducted by a registered sleep technologist. Appointments can be made by calling 701-857-8029.
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PSA Screenings
- Date(s): There are no screenings scheduled at this time.
- Time:
- Cost:
- Location:
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Appointments can be made by calling 530-7749.
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Men's Health Screening - The wellness screening is designed to identify those at risk for developing heart disease, diabetes and prostate cancer.
- Date(s):There are no screenings scheduled at this time.
- Time:
- Cost: $25 (price is subject to change)
- Location: St. Alexius Medical Clinic, Minot, 2700 8th St. NW, Minot, ND
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The screenings include:
- height, weight, body mass index (BMI)
- blood pressure
- cholesterol and blood glucose
- prostate specific antigen (PSA) blood test
- digital rectal exam
- consult with physician
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Participants should fast at least 6-8 hours prior to having their blood drawn. Appointments can be made by calling 857-8029.
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