NEW CANAAN — Visiting Nurse & Hospice of Fairfield County will offer a cholesterol screening on Monday, September 12 at Lapham Community Center at Waveny Park in New Canaan. The screening is by appointment only and will be held from 8:45 a.m. until 12 noon.

The screening includes total cholesterol, HDL, LDL, triglycerides and glucose, as well as blood pressure and body mass calculation. A private health counseling session with a Registered Nurse will be provided. The screening involves a simple, finger-stick blood test and results will be available within ten minutes. The cost is $30 payable by cash or check. Fasting for 12 hours prior to the test is suggested but not required.

High blood cholesterol affects over 65 million Americans. It can be a serious condition as it increases the risk for heart disease, yet has no symptoms. Research indicates that lowering blood cholesterol levels lessens the risk for developing heart disease and reduces the chance of having a heart attack or stroke.

For more information, or to schedule an appointment, call Visiting Nurse & Hospice of Fairfield County at 203-762-8958.

A non-profit community organization for more than 100 years, Visiting Nurse & Hospice of Fairfield County provides professional nursing and support services, senior care management, physical rehabilitation, health education, community wellness programs and compassionate hospice and palliative care for adults and children in New Canaan and throughout Fairfield County. Visit them online at www.visitingnurse.net or follow them on Facebook and Twitter.