GJCS 2020 Health Screenings

About This Event

• Event Type:Private
• Max Capacity:6

Details:

What screenings will be included?

Height & Weight, Body Mass Index (BMI), Waist Circumference, Cholesterol, HDL, LDL, Triglycerides, Cholesterol Ratio; Blood Pressure; Blood Glucose; Chemistry Panel lab test, and Tobacco status. Needle draw (venipuncture) is used to obtain blood for Cholesterol and Chemistry tests. An optional PSA screening (blood test) will also be available to men 50 and older or those at a high risk for prostate cancer. An optional colon cancer take-home screening kit will also be available. Colon screening is recommended annually for adults 50 and older.

Who is it for? Insured Employees, Insured Spouses, Board Members and Retirees.  

When/Where?

Thursday, April 23 5:30 a.m. – 7:45 a.m. – Jasper Middle School

Monday, April 27 5:45 a.m. – 8:45 a.m. – 10^th St Elementary

Tuesday, April 28 5:30 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. – 5th St Elementary

Wednesday, April 29 5:30 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. – Jasper High School

Wednesday, May 6 5:30 a.m. – 7:45 a.m. – Ireland Elementary

Do I need to fast?

Yes—12 hours. Take medication as prescribed. (We will schedule individuals with diabetes early if requested.) Drinking water is permitted.

Why do screenings?

¨ To keep you informed of your health status.

¨ To encourage you to practice healthy habits.

¨ To monitor improved health from year to year.

How long does it take?

About 20 minutes. Appointments will be made every 15 minutes.

Registration

• Price: Free
• Registration Instructions:

  Please be sure and fill out all the information required and make sure your name is as it appears on your Drivers License.

  Thank you!!