Free Vascular Screening Locations in February

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Cardiovascular Disease and Stroke are the leading causes of death across globe and more

importantly our state and cities. Years of progress have been made reducing these

statistics, unfortunately a widely under reported consequence of the pandemic as been

a dramatic spike in cardiovascular mortality, erasing years of improvement. To reverse

that trend the Heart Health Foundation and its award-winning program Dare to CARE

are leading a statewide campaign in February to “Paint the Town Red-for Heart Healthy

Maryland. By engaging business, religious, political and community leaders to support

our efforts we hope to drive universal participation.

In February we are holding a state wide Dare to CARE Screening Day. At various

locations around the state we will provide free cardiovascular screening and education

from 8:00 to 4:30 pm with screening appointments every 15 minutes. Screening

includes a cardiovascular risk questionnaire, blood pressure, and an ultrasound of the

carotid arteries, abdominal aorta and peripheral arteries. The screening is offered to

anyone 60 and older and anyone 50 and older with vascular risk factors.

We are seeking healthcare organizations that can contribute to our efforts by providing space,

technologists, volunteers, and equipment. We will help you market your efforts within your

catchment area. All participating organizations will be recognized in social, online, print and on

camera publications. This is a first of its kind event and will signal to our communities our

investment in their health.

To Join our efforts and make a difference in your community or for more information email

jdmartin15131513@gmail.com