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October 12, 2026

AdventHealth Redmond Offering Heart And Stroke Screenings Tuesday

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Residents of Chattooga County and surrounding areas have an opportunity Tuesday to undergo a cardiovascular screening designed to identify potential risk factors for heart disease and stroke.

AdventHealth Redmond will host a Community AngioScreen event Tuesday, October 13, from 7 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the hospital, located at 501 Redmond Road in Rome.

The noninvasive screening takes approximately 10 minutes and provides participants with immediate results.

The $85 screening includes a carotid artery ultrasound to check for potential stroke risks, an electrocardiogram or EKG to evaluate the heart’s electrical activity, ankle-brachial index testing to assess circulation in the legs, and screening for an abdominal aortic aneurysm.

The screening is recommended for individuals with cardiovascular risk factors, including high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, obesity, a history of smoking, or a family history of stroke or heart attack. Adults age 55 and older are also encouraged to participate.

“At AdventHealth, we believe prevention and early detection play an important role in helping people feel whole,” said Mandy Byars, AngioScreen coordinator. “This screening gives community members an opportunity to better understand their cardiovascular health and take proactive steps toward improving their well-being.”

The complete screening costs $85 per person and is eligible for payment through a Health Savings Account. Cash, checks, credit cards and flexible spending account cards are also accepted.

Appointments are required. Residents can schedule a screening by calling the AngioScreen office at 706-290-8008 or registering online.

The screening is intended to help identify potential cardiovascular concerns and does not replace a comprehensive medical evaluation.

Online Registration: http://bit.ly/CommunityAngioScreen

October 7, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Heart And Vascular Screening Coming To Summerville October 23

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A heart and vascular screening event will be offered in Summerville later this month, giving area residents an opportunity to be checked for several potential warning signs associated with heart disease and stroke.

The screening will be held Friday, October 23, from 8 AM until 3 PM at AdventHealth Primary Care Urgent Care, located at 9777 Rome Boulevard in Summerville.

The AngioScreen costs $85 and is a non-invasive vascular screening that takes approximately 10 minutes.

The screening includes a carotid artery ultrasound, an EKG of the heart, an ankle-brachial index test to check for peripheral artery disease, and screening for abdominal aortic aneurysms.

The tests are designed to help identify potential risk factors associated with cardiovascular disease and stroke.

Because AngioScreen is a screening service, insurance is not accepted. Payment may be made by cash, check, credit card or debit card. Participants may also be able to use money from an employer-sponsored flexible spending account.

Appointments are required for the October 23 screening.

Anyone interested in scheduling an appointment can call 706-290-8008.

August 24, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

AdventHealth AngioScreen Heart And Vascular Screening Coming To Trion Wednesday

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AdventHealth will bring its AngioScreen heart and vascular screening program to Mount Vernon Mills in Trion this Wednesday, August 26, giving area residents an opportunity to check for warning signs of heart and vascular disease.

The screenings will be offered from 6 AM until noon at Mount Vernon Mills, 91 Fourth Street in Trion. The cost is $85 per person.

AngioScreen is a non-invasive and painless vascular health screening designed to identify potential problems before symptoms develop. The screening takes approximately 15 minutes and includes a carotid artery ultrasound to check for plaque buildup, abdominal aortic aneurysm screening, an ankle-brachial index to evaluate circulation in the legs, an ECG to assess heart rhythm, blood pressure, and a review of vascular risk factors. Participants receive an immediate review of their results from the clinical team.

The screening may be especially important for people with cardiovascular risk factors, including those 55 or older, or those with high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, obesity, a history of smoking, or a family history of heart attack or stroke.

AdventHealth says up to 50 participants can be accommodated during the screening day. Appointments can be scheduled through the link provided by AdventHealth at bit.ly/MtVernonMills. Payment options include cash, checks, credit and debit cards, as well as HSA, TaxSaver and flexible spending cards.

January 7, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Atrium Health Floyd-Polk Foundation Opens 2026 Community Impact Grants; Chattooga County Nonprofits Eligible to Apply

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The Atrium Health Floyd-Polk Foundation announced that its 2026 Community Impact Grant Cycle opened Monday, January 5, 2026, offering funding opportunities for qualifying nonprofit organizations — including nonprofits serving Chattooga County.