Blood Pressure Reading – This simple check screens for hypertension (high blood pressure) and hypotension (low blood pressure). High blood pressure is a risk factor for cardiovascular disease.

Blood Sugar Check – This blood test screens for hyperglycemia (high blood sugar) and hypoglycemia (low blood sugar). One cause of high blood sugar is diabetes. A 3-hour fast is preferred.   

Cholesterol Check – This blood test measures good cholesterol (HDL), bad cholesterol (LDL), and triglycerides. High cholesterol levels are a risk factor for cardiovascular disease. Requires a 9-12 hour fast. 

Hemoglobin A1C – This test measures the average amount of sugar in your blood over the past three months. High hemoglobin A1C levels are a risk for diabetes. 

Along with these screenings, our public health nurses offer one-on-one education and can provide referrals to community resources.