Community Health Initiative Offers No-Cost Screening for Heart Risk That Runs in Families

Health and research company, Care Access, is making its Heart & Kidney Health Screening initiative available to residents of North Myrtle Beach and nearby communities. This health screening raises awareness and provides testing for certain health risk factors, including a dangerous type of cholesterol known as lipoprotein(a), or Lp(a), which impacts one in five people and significantly increases the risk of heart disease and stroke.

Despite the prevalence of Lp(a) and its impact on cardiovascular health, most people are unaware of their Lp(a) levels due to limited access to testing. It is critical to raise community awareness of this risk factor as there are no currently approved medicines for lowering Lp(a) and it is not impacted by a healthy diet or exercise.

The Heart & Kidney Health Screening offers no-cost Lp(a) testing as well as screenings for other related metabolism and kidney risks. The screenings are part of the Future of Medicine program by Care Access which not only provides crucial health information to participants but also encourages community involvement in clinical research for potential new treatments targeting Lp(a) and other conditions.

Future of Medicine features three key components:

• No-Cost Testing: No-cost screenings for certain heart and kidney risks, including Lp(a), to provide individuals valuable information about their health.
• Health Education: Information about cardiovascular health and the importance of clinical research in advancing medical treatments.
• Clinical Research Awareness: Assistance in finding local clinical study opportunities and promoting community engagement in medical research.

Care Access will host health screenings on November 21-23 at The Conference Center at Barefoot Resort, located at 2250 Premier Resort Boulevard in North Myrtle Beach, S.C. Walk-ins are available, but scheduling is recommended at MyFreeHeartTest.com.

“Lp(a) is often overlooked in routine check-ups, yet its impact on heart health is significant. I commend Care Access for prioritizing this test and bringing awareness to its importance,” said Dr. Sinikka Green, Medical Director and Principal Investigator at Care Access.

Care Access has a location in Mauldin to provide health screenings, information about research studies, and other services closer to South Carolina residents. To find a screening location near you, visit MyFreeHeartTest.com.

About Care Access

Care Access works around the world to make the future of health better for all. We help people learn more about their health, access health resources they need, and participate in research to help find new medicines and cures.

With over 200 research sites across the globe, hundreds of traveling clinicians, and a fleet of over 150 mobile health clinics, we work with hundreds of communities each year to deliver care and research where it is most needed. Through our Future of Medicine program, we provide our members no-cost health screenings, information about research studies, and other education and services. And through our Difference Makers program, we support and amplify the impact of local leaders and organizations that work to improve their communities’ health and wellness.

To learn more about Care Access, visit www.CareAccess.com.

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Care Access will host health screenings on November 21-23 at The Conference Center at Barefoot Resort, located at 2250 Premier Resort Boulevard in North Myrtle Beach, S.C.