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Committed to Building Healthier Communities Faulkner
Hospital offers free health screenings on a variety of health issues
throughout the year including: alcohol, breast, colorectal
and skin cancers; vision; cardiovascular health; liver disease and
others. Please call (617) 983-7447 to learn more about upcoming free
screenings and other opportunities for your good health. |
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40,000 Americans will develop Oral, Head & Neck Cancer
this year. Early detection can save lives.
Risk Factors:
Smoking, Chewing tobacco, Consuming alcohol, Prior cancer of the region
Signs and Symptoms:
Sore in mouth that doesn’t go away, Sore throat or trouble swallowing, Change in voice, Growth or swelling in neck
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This Free clinic will be held in the Spring of 2010. For more information, contact 617 524-3864.
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Influenza is a serious disease
that can cause fever, cough, headache, chills, sore throat, muscle
aches, and among the elderly, may even cause death. Call the day prior
to attending a clinic to ensure it is available. All vaccines are
free of charge and no appointments are required. Vaccines will be
given on a first come, first serve basis and dates are subject to
change based on availability. |
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Flu Vaccine Clinic
will be held in the fall/winter. Please call
(617) 983-7447 for more information. |
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The screenings provide women
with a free low-dose breast x-ray with the capability of detecting
breast cancer in its earliest, most curable stage. The x-rays are
taken at the renowned Faulkner-Sagoff Breast Imaging and Diagnostic
Centre at Faulkner Hospital. |
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Faulkner Hospital offers
free mammograms to qualified women. Please call (617) 983-7451 for
more information. Appointments are required. |
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This cardiovascular awareness and screening program addresses critical
issues with education and screening tests for cholesterol, blood pressure
and blood sugar. Faulkner Hospital offers free screening programs
to the public. |
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Please call (617) 983-7907 for more information. |
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The best defense against skin cancer is a good offense, and early
detection is our best weapon in the fight against skin cancer. When
treated early enough, most skin cancers can be successfully treated
and often cured. Faulkner Hospital offers free skin cancer screenings. |
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Please call (617) 983-7451 for more information. |
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