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Screening/Early Detection

Even with regular physicals and check-ups, your doctor may not perform or order all the tests you’d like. Unless you are at risk for or show signs of developing osteoporosis, for example, your bone density may not be assessed.

The Visiting Nurse Service of New York conducts screening programs and health assessments in community settings. Most of these programs are incorporated into health fairs, allowing us to work with local hospitals and other agencies to provide screening for a larger variety of diseases or medical conditions. We perform many kinds of screening tests, including:

  • Blood pressure, to see if you are at risk for hypertension
  • Bone density, to see if you are at risk for osteoporosis
  • Mammography, to see if you are at risk for breast cancer
  • Cholesterol, to see if you are at risk for heart disease
  • Vision tests, including glaucoma

If VNSNY nurses detect anything of concern in your test results, they’ll refer you to the proper agency or work with your physician to make sure you get the follow-up care you need.

If you live in a Congregate Care setting and you have a health concern, you don’t need to wait for a health fair for an assessment. You can always speak to your on-site nurse, who can help you to get the tests you need as soon as possible.

Contact

For more information on health screenings and early detection, please call 1-800-675-0391.

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