Martin Memorial Hosts Screening Event to Promote Healthy Weight for Adults

An estimated 66 percent of American adults between the ages of 20 and 74 are overweight or obese -- a number that has continued to climb in recent years. Unfortunately, people who are overweight or obese also have higher risks for type 2 diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure and sleep apnea.

Because of the potential health issues being overweight or obese poses, Martin Memorial will be hosting a health screening event on Saturday, Feb. 27 that is designed to provide information on the importance of maintaining a healthy weight, as well as actions that can help accomplish that goal.

The event will take place from 7 to 11 a.m. at Martin Memorial Medical Center, located at 200 S.E. Hospital Ave. in Stuart. Attendees can browse informational tables and speak directly to experts on weight controls, weight loss and other health-realted issues.

The screening will include:

• Personal BMI calculation
• Blood glucose level test
• Cholesterol test
• Blood pressure check

There will also be a panel discussion from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., featuring nutritionists, a diabetes counselor, staff from the Martin Memorial weight-management program, bariatric surgeons and sleep center clinicians.

Registration is required and can be made by calling 1-866-361-HOPE (4673). The screening event costs $25 and space is limited.