
Community Health Services is a preventative health outreach program of
Good Samaritan that offers individuals free screenings and low cost walk-in
visits. This department works with the community to provide health-related
education, promote healthy lifestyles, and encourage the use of appropriate
health care services in order to prevent chronic diseases. Listed below
are just a few of the services offered by Community Health:
Community Health nurses provide the following screenings and education to individuals within the community.
Stroke Prevention Education
Community Health nurses provide the following screenings and education to individuals within the community.
Heart Health Education and Events
Community Health nurses provide the following screenings and education to individuals within the community.
Diabetes Prevention Education and Events
Community Health nurses provide the following screenings and education to individuals within the community.
Cancer Prevention Education and Events
Community Health nurses provide the following screenings and education to individuals within the community.
Obesity Prevention Education and Events
Community Health nurses provide the following screenings and education to individuals within the community.
Kidney Health Education and Events
Community Health nurses provide the following screenings and education to individuals within the community.
Hyperlipidemia Health Education and Events
Community Health nurses take the following programs into the schools.
Vaccinations/Tests
Classes
By offering thousands of free screenings each year to people within the community, Community Health nurses bring the power of prevention and early detection to residents. It is our goal to help empower individuals to plan a more active role in his or her health.
Please call 812-885-8753 for more information.
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