UNMC to sponsor ‘Winter Health Tune Up’ Event Nov. 6; offers free health screenings at Clarkson West Medical Center, 144th & Center

The University Medical Associates, the physician group practice of the University of Nebraska Medical Center, invites the public to its free “Winter Health Tune Up,” event Saturday, Nov. 6, from 9 to 11 a.m., at its location in the Clarkson West Medical Center building at 144th and Center streets near Oak View Mall.

 

The open house will feature a variety of screenings, including blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes, vision, glaucoma, bone density, dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (DEXA) scan, and checking dentures and implants. Most of the screenings are free, but there is a minimal charge for some. Physical therapists will do grip strength testing and balance testing.

 

Children’s activities will include a juggler, face-painting, proper hand washing demonstrations and coloring activities. Children can bring their teddy bears or dolls for free check-ups. Door prizes will be given.

 

Nutrition information will be available, including visual demonstrations of fat content of certain foods. The Cosmopolitan-UNMC College of Nursing Mobile Nursing Center will provide screenings in its mobile unit.

 

The event is sponsored by UMA, the physician group practice of 450 UNMC physicians.

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