Good Samaritan Offering Free Stroke Screenings in April

Good Samaritan will offer free stroke screenings to the community on Thursday, April 30. The screening will be by appointment from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. (ET) at Good Samaritan in the Charles C. Hedde, MD Health Education Center.

Stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in the United States and up to 80% of them can be prevented. “We are happy to offer these free screenings to our community,” said Amanda Beaman, Neuroscience Stroke Manager at Good Samaritan. “This is a great time to raise awareness about stroke, and also educate everyone about the signs, symptoms and risk factors for stroke.”

During the screening, attendees will visit multiple booths offering different tests. These tests include; blood pressure, body mass index (BMI), lipid profile, A1C, carotid artery screening using a stethoscope (no imaging) and atrial fibrillation. Educators, registered nurses and a dietician will also be offering valuable information and hand-outs describing the different ways to decrease the risk of stroke.

Appointments are required for the screenings and space is limited. Those interested in making an appointment can go online and register at gshvin.org/strokescreening or call 812-885-3336.