Sanford Westbrook holding Health Fair
Contact:
Vanessa Vondra
Sanford Health Media Relations
605-366-2432 / Vanessa.Vondra@sanfordhealth.org
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. — Sanford Westbrook is bringing back the Health Fair to offer a variety of health screenings, education, community resources, and fun for the entire family. There are multiple events taking place for free or at a discounted price June 17th through the 24th.
To kick off the Health Fair, the Community Blood Bank will host a blood drive outside of the Sanford Westbrook Clinic on Friday, June 17th. Those interested in donating blood will need to register online ahead of time to book an appointment between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. or 1:30 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Many of the events throughout the Health Fair are focused on screenings that are key to maintaining a patient’s overall health and catching disease early when they are most treatable. Lab draws will be offered at a discounted price June 21st and 23rd from 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. at the Sanford Westbrook Clinic. The tests offered include a completed blood count with differential, comprehensive metabolic panel and lipid panel, glycated hemoglobin A1C, and thyroid-stimulating hormone. Appointments are required.
Sanford Westbrook’s RN Care Manager will be available to review medications patients are taking in a 30-minute visit to create a comprehensive and accurate list for them. Much of the time, medication lists are not complete for patients, which can lead to medication errors and incorrect dosing. Patients are asked to bring all pill bottles and prescriptions to their appointment, which are preferred, but walk-ins are also welcome. These visits can be scheduled on June 22nd, 23rd or 24th between 9:00 a.m. and 11 a.m. or 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Another free screening that will be offered during the Health Fair is a heel scan on June 21st from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Sanford Westbrook Clinic. These are given to men and women 50 years old or older who may be at risk of developing osteoporosis or have concerns with weak or thinning bones. Registration for heel scans are requested, but walk-ins are welcome. Patients can call (507) 274-1117 by June 17th to make an appointment for any of the screenings mentioned.
One of the more active days during the Health Fair will be on June 23rd, which will end with the community picnic starting at 5:00 p.m. at Peterson Estates Garage on Columbus Avenue. The picnic will include free food, entertainment and activities for the kids.
During the day, patients can check on their health with various screenings, including heart and vascular screenings. These will be done at Sanford Westbrook Medical Center on June 23rd from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Each screening costs $25 but checks your heart, veins and arteries for signs of heart disease and vascular disease. Those who are 40 or older are encouraged to call 605-312-2150 to register.
The mobile screening unit for 3D mammograms will also be outside of the Sanford Westbrook Medical Center from 9:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. on June 23rd. These screenings will not be discounted, but they will be billed through insurance. Appointments are required and can be made by calling (507) 274-1150. Those at average risk should get annual mammograms starting at age 40. A mammogram is the best tool for detecting breast cancer early when it’s most treatable.
For those who would prefer a virtual event, there is a presentation highlighting breast health awareness a couple of days earlier on June 21st led by Dr. Shirlene Smook, a family medicine breast health specialist at the Edith Sanford Breast Center in Sioux Falls. The sessions are at 11:30 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. designed for every woman at any age. Dr. Smook will educate attendees on the modalities of breast imaging, assess who is at risk for breast cancer, and explain how patients can modify their lifestyle to reduce their risk. Patients need to call (507) 274-1117 to register. That’s when they will also receive a link to attend the virtual presentation.
For more information about the Sanford Westbrook Health Fair and its specific events, visit sanfordhealth.org Keywords: Sanford Westbrook Health Fair.
About Sanford Health
Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization serves more than one million patients and 220,000 health plan members across 250,000 square miles. The integrated health system has 47 medical centers, 2,800 Sanford physicians and advanced practice providers, 170 clinical investigators and research scientists, more than 200 Good Samaritan Society senior care locations and world clinics in 8 countries around the globe. Learn more about Sanford Health’s commitment to shaping the future of rural health care across the lifespan at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News.
