Community Health and Wellness Screening Services

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Community Health and Wellness Screening Services

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.

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

The screenings include:

  • height
  • weight
  • body mass index (BMI)
  • blood pressure
  • blood glucose
  • cholesterol
  • bone density heel scan

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

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.

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)

      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

      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.

      Participants should fast at least 2 hours prior to screening. Appointments can be made by calling 701- 530-7749.

      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

      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.

      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

      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

      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.

      PSA Screenings

      • Date(s): There are no screenings scheduled at this time.
      • Time:
      • Cost:
      • Location:

      Appointments can be made by calling 530-7749.

      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

      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

      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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