St. Catherine Hospitals sponsors stroke awareness fair

Event Information

St. Catherine Hospital is partnering with Indiana University Northwest, Gary, to host a free Stroke Awareness Fair on Friday, Aug. 2, in the Professional Office Building, 4320 Fir St., East Chicago.

The 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. event will feature free screenings and talks by a Community Healthcare System neurologist and other medical professionals on the signs, symptoms and causes of stroke. Browse a consortium of vendors providing helpful information. Screenings include A1-C Glucose Screening, blood pressure, Lipid Profile Screening (12-hour fasting recommended) and information on free cardiovascular disease prevention assessments. Raffle prizes and refreshments. An IUN medical student will be on hand to conduct a health needs assessment during the event.