The APA Practice Organization is joining forces with the nation's leading provider of preventive screenings, Life Line Screening, to provide preventive health screenings to APA members at a discounted rate.
The screenings available are:
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Carotid artery screening: Non-invasive Doppler ultrasound is used to visualize the carotid arteries, which carry blood to the brain.
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Abdominal aortic aneurysm screening: Ultrasound to see the abdominal aorta, the largest artery in the body, to measure the diameter of the aorta. This measurement can indicate if there is a weakening in the aortic wall which can cause aneurysms.
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Atrial fibrillation screening: An EKG machine is used to identify this irregular heart rhythm, which can increase the risk of stroke.
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Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) screening: Also known as "hardening of the arteries," PAD is tested by measuring systolic pressure in the ankle and arm.
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Osteoporosis screening: An ultrasound of the heel to determine bone density. To make an appointment, members can call (866) 204-9295. The cost for four screenings is $135 for APA members.
Learn more about Life Line Screening online.