WVU Healthcare - WVU Healthcare Expo

In October 2013, the West Virginia University (WVU) Healthcare Expo brought an array of free and inexpensive screenings and 52 health-related exhibitors to the Morgantown Mall. Screenings and assessments included blood pressure, body fat, body mass index, bone density, carotid artery, clinical breast exams, diabetes risk, EKGs, glaucoma, glucose, heartburn, leg varicose vein and circulation, pulmonary function, stroke risk, vision, balance, injury, spine pain, mammograms and gallbladder and abdominal aorta ultrasounds. WVU Healthcareâ€™s Clinical Laboratories offered multiphasic blood screenings, PSA, vitamin D, hemoglobin A1c, thyroid stimulating hormone and cholesterol screenings.

What is it?

In October 2013, the West Virginia University (WVU) Healthcare Expo brought an array of free and inexpensive screenings and 52 health-related exhibitors to the Morgantown Mall. Screenings and assessments included blood pressure, body fat, body mass index, bone density, carotid artery, clinical breast exams, diabetes risk, EKGs, glaucoma, glucose, heartburn, leg varicose vein and circulation, pulmonary function, stroke risk, vision, balance, injury, spine pain, mammograms and gallbladder and abdominal aorta ultrasounds. WVU Healthcare’s Clinical Laboratories offered multiphasic blood screenings, PSA, vitamin D, hemoglobin A1c, thyroid stimulating hormone and cholesterol screenings.

Who is it for?

Monongalia County residents, as well as those in surrounding counties.

Why do they do it?

WVU Healthcare holds this annual event to promote prevention and early detection. It also gives WVU health professionals the opportunity to interact with the community and answer questions. A similar event – one targeted to kids 12 and under – is held each spring.

Impact

Approximately 8,000 people attended, and 4,000 health screenings were provided.

Contact: Stephanie Bock
Director, Community Relations
Telephone: 304-598-6335
E-mail: bocks@wvuhealthcare.com

Community Connections