Two Ounces of Prevention – Two Important Health Screenings
In partnership with the Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (ACPHS), your Albany NNORC is offering two valuable health screenings:
OSTEOPOROSIS AND BONE HEALTH SCREENING
Did you know that a woman’s risk of breaking a hip due to osteoporosis is equal to her risk of breast, ovarian and uterine cancer combined? And a man age 50 or older is more likely to break a bone due to osteoporosis than he is to get prostate cancer?
As part of this screening, you will establish your individual osteoporosis risk; learn about lifestyle changes you can make to preserve bone health; and find out how much calcium you need in your diet.
SCRIPT YOUR FUTURE (SYF)
Nearly 3 out of 4 Americans don’t take their medications as directed, resulting in serious health consequences. Many factors contribute to non-adherence, but the effect is always the same—patients are putting their health and their future at risk.
As part of this screening, you will meet individually with pharmacy students and faculty to discuss more effective ways to manage and adhere to your prescribed drug regime; have your blood pressure checked; establish your cardiovascular risk profile; and learn heart healthy diet tips.
Come and take advantage of an opportunity to speak privately with ACPHS students and faculty—ask questions and get informed. NO personal information is required. As an added bonus, there will be lots of free giveaways such as medication diaries, pill boxes, heart healthy diet materials, calcium/vitamin D samples and more. Your Albany NNORC cares about you and your good health! Come along, and bring a friend.
DATE: Tuesday, March 3
TIME: 12:00–2:00 p.m.
PLACE: St. Sophia’s Greek Orthodox Church, 440 Whitehall Road, Albany
RSVP: None required