River Park offers free diabetes test

River Park Hospital and the American Diabetes Association are joining together to help sound the alert for diabetes.

Early detection of diabetes is critical for preventing or limiting the serious health complications of this disease. That’s why it is important you know the symptoms of diabetes and if you are at risk. After all, there are many advantages to knowing where you stand with diabetes, because the good news is when diagnosed early, diabetes can be controlled through diet, exercise and medication.

Part of the problem with knowing whether you have diabetes is the symptoms of diabetes appear gradually or are so mild the symptoms are often ignored. Symptoms include frequent urination, excessive thirst, excessive hunger, sudden weight loss, weakness and fatigue, nausea and vomiting, and irritability.

Diabetes is more common in African Americans, Hispanics, Native Americans and senior citizens. While members of these groups need to pay special attention to the diabetes risk, it is a good idea for everyone to learn about the risks.

For a free blood glucose screening, come by and see us this Tuesday, March 26 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2-4 p.m. in the River Park Hospital lobby. Reservations are limited and required.

Call TriStar MedLine at 815-4300 or 800-242-5662 for an appointment. No fasting is required.