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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