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Showing posts with label Health Information. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Health Information. Show all posts

Tuesday, July 31, 2012

Senior Day at the Lake County Fair - August 6

Franciscan Alliance is a proud sponsor of Senior Citizens Day at the Lake County Fair, Lake County Fairgrounds in Crown Point.

Join us in the Seniors Tent on Monday, August 6, 9 a.m. to noon, for free health screenings and information including:
  • Blood Glucose Testing/Finger Sticks (no fasting required)
  • Blood Pressure Testing
  • Body Fat Analysis
  • Nutrition Information
  • Senior Promise Program
  • SHIIP
  • Stroke Information
  • Wound, Ostomy, Continence Information
  • Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago

Also, in the Showcase Tent, come and check out these events:
  • 9 a.m.: Goldtones
  • 11 a.m.: Apple Peeling Contest
  • 12 noon: Ladies' Red Hat Contest
  • 7 p.m.: Rock & Roll Bingo

Hope to see you at the Fair!

Wednesday, September 14, 2011

Days of Health - Get Screened!

You and your family are invited to Franciscan St. Margaret Health's Days of Health screening days. Learn more about Franciscan St. Margaret's services and take advantage of a wealth of health information, screenings, giveaways and refreshments.

Thursday, September 22, 2011
5 - 7:30 p.m.
Franciscan St. Margaret Health - Hammond
Renal Dialysis Building
5454 Hohman Ave., Hammond

Thursday, September 29, 2011
5 - 7:30 p.m.
Franciscan St. Margaret Health - Dyer
Outpatient Center
24 Joliet St. (US Route 30), Dyer

Screenings Available

You must register for the following screenings by calling the Health Resource Center at (800) 931-3322:
  • Bone Density Screening for Osteoporosis
  • Foot Screening (free)
  • Peripheral Vascular Disease (free)
  • Prostate Screening ($8)

Registration is not necessary for the following FREE screenings:
  • Balance Test and Posture Screening (Dyer only)
  • Blood Pressure
  • Blood Glucose Screening for Diabetes
  • Body Fat Analysis
  • Heart Risk Assessments
  • Oxygen Saturation
  • Sleep Disorder Screening (Dyer only)
  • Stroke Screening (Dyer only)


Unless otherwise noted, screenings are free. Other screening fees may be paid by cash or check.

For more information, contact the Health Resource Center at (800) 931-3322.

Thursday, August 4, 2011

Senior Day at the Lake County Fair

Franciscan Alliance is a proud sponsor of Senior Citizens Day at the Lake County Fair, Lake County Fairgrounds in Crown Point.

Join us in the Seniors Tent on Monday, August 8, 9 a.m. to noon, for free health screenings and information including:

  • Blood Glucose Testing/Finger Sticks (no fasting required)
  • Blood Oxygen Checks
  • Blood Pressure Testing
  • Body Fat Analysis
  • Nutrition Information
  • Pulmonary Function Screening
  • Senior Services/SHIIP
  • Stroke Information
  • Wound, Ostomy, Continence Information

Also, in the Showcase Tent, come and check out these events:

  • 9 a.m.: Goldtones
  • 11 a.m.: Apple Peeling Contest
  • 12 noon: Ladies' Red Hat Contest
  • 7 p.m.: Charlie Blum and Friends (Showtunes and Classics)

Hope to see you at the Fair!