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KidneyMobile will be in Galena for free health screenings
By Linda Cook,
7 hours agoThe National Kidney Foundation of Illinois will bring the KidneyMobile to Northern Illinois to
provide free kidney and health screenings, a news release says.
The KidneyMobile will screen at the Galena ARC Community Center from 2-6 p.m. Monday, Sept. 14. Anyone interested in getting screened for kidney disease, high blood pressure or diabetes can get free screenings.
No appointments are necessary but participants can register here.
The screening, which takes about 45 minutes per participant, seeks markers of chronic kidney disease, which often has no early symptoms. Participants will complete urinalysis, blood glucose, blood pressure and body mass index tests. Some participants will receive a blood draw to gather further information.
In addition to a free screening, attendees will also be able to talk privately with a medical practitioner about their results and receive resources to protect their kidney health.
About kidney disease
Each year, kidney disease kills more people than breast and prostate cancer combined, but while the majority of Americans can recite the common tests for breast and prostate cancer, many do not know the risk factors and tests that could keep them off dialysis and the transplant list. Because kidney disease often develops slowly with few symptoms, it can frequently go undetected until it is very advanced. Simple steps such as controlling blood pressure and blood sugar, keeping weight down, exercising regularly, quitting smoking and avoiding excessive use of pain medicine, can help reduce risk.
“One in three American adults is at risk for kidney disease and our goal is to educate the community about the risks for kidney disease and detect it early so that people can manage the disease and slow its progression," said Regina White, senior KidneyMobile manager.
The National Kidney Foundation of Illinois improves the health and well-being of people at risk for and affected by kidney disease through prevention, education and empowerment. To learn more, visit here.
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