January 15, 2003

10 Minutes That Could Save Your Life

     New Castle, PA - On Saturday, January 25, 2003, Jameson Health System will offer area residents the opportunity to spend a few minutes doing something that could save their lives.

     Life Line Screening will offer health screenings to assess the risk of stroke and vascular disease.  These screenings include a Carotid Artery screening, Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm screening and an Ankle Brachial Index (ABI).  Also offered will be a Bone Density screening to assess the risk of osteoporosis.

     These fast, painless and low cost tests use ultrasound technology and are conducted by registered or registry-eligible Ultrasound Technologists.  A board certified physician reviews the results of each test to ensure the accuracy of the results before they are mailed to the individual.  An individual whose screening suggests further evaluation is encouraged to seek appropriate follow-up with his/her own physician.

     If you are interested in registering for any of these screenings, please call 1-800-407-4557 to schedule an appointment   Each screening requires ten minutes or less to complete and costs $40.  A package of all three vascular screenings is $99, a savings of $21.  Ask your Life Line Screening representative for details when registering.

     Life Line Screening is the nation’s leading provider of health screenings.  By offering these non-invasive, painless ultrasound screenings, Life Line Screening helps people identify their risk for stroke and the presence of vascular disease or osteoporosis early enough for their physician to begin preventative procedures.

     Life Line Screening will be at the Jameson Laurel Community Health Center (located on Route 108, Harlansburg Road) on Saturday, January 25, 2003.

     Also available at the screening will be free information on the identification and control of risk factors for stroke, vascular disease, abdominal aortic aneurysms, and osteoporosis.

     For additional information on Life Line Screening or any one of their vascular and osteoporosis screenings, please contact them at 1-800-643-6075.

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