Free Community Cholesterol Screening Event at Mahaska Health
In recognition of American Heart Month, Mahaska Health is hosting a free heart health community event. The Mahaska Health Cardiology Services team invites the community to receive free heart health screenings at its main campus in Oskaloosa, through door 4, on Saturday, February 15th, 2025, 8:00 am – 11:00 am. The event is beneficial for adults of all ages.
The event will include routine screening tests that measure cholesterol, blood sugar, and blood pressure, as well as complimentary vascular screenings, which assess blood vessel health and circulation. Guests will have an opportunity to evaluate their sleep quality and take home heart-healthy food recipes. Refreshments and heart-healthy resources will be available.
Using state-of-the-art technology, including a new highly advanced CT scanner for Calcium Scoring tests, Mahaska Health Cardiology Center of Excellence offers echocardiograms, electrocardiograms, and other essential diagnostic cardiac tests. This annual screening is an opportunity for community members to gauge their heart health and take the appropriate steps to stay healthy.
“Heart health screenings are an important resource in detecting concerns early, often before symptoms even begin,” shared Dr. John Pargulski, Cardiologist, Mahaska Health Director of Cardiology. “We are proud to offer these free services to the community, as it helps our patients, friends, and neighbors, have access to the care and preventative measures they need.”
Screening participants will receive their results by mail, along with an analysis and recommendations for necessary follow-up care.
Registration is encouraged but not required, walk-ins are welcome. To register, call the Mahaska Health Cardiology Team at 641.672.3174 or visit the website at mahaskahealth.org/cardiology.
