In recognition of American Heart Month, Mahaska Health is hosting a free heart health
community event. The Mahaska Health Cardiology Services team invites the community to
receive free heart health screenings at its main campus in Oskaloosa, through door 4, on
Saturday, February 15th, 2025, 8:00 am – 11:00 am. The event is beneficial for adults of all
ages.
The event will include routine screening tests that measure cholesterol, blood sugar, and blood
pressure, as well as complimentary vascular screenings, which assess blood vessel health and
circulation. Guests will have an opportunity to evaluate their sleep quality and take home
heart-healthy food recipes. Refreshments and heart-healthy resources will be available.
Using state-of-the-art technology, including a new highly advanced CT scanner for Calcium
Scoring tests, Mahaska Health Cardiology Center of Excellence offers echocardiograms,
electrocardiograms, and other essential diagnostic cardiac tests. This annual screening is an
opportunity for community members to gauge their heart health and take the appropriate
steps to stay healthy.
“Heart health screenings are an important resource in detecting concerns early, often before
symptoms even begin,” shared Dr. John Pargulski, Cardiologist, Mahaska Health Director of
Cardiology. “We are proud to offer these free services to the community, as it helps our
patients, friends, and neighbors, have access to the care and preventative measures they
need.”
Screening participants will receive their results by mail, along with an analysis and
recommendations for necessary follow-up care.
Registration is encouraged but not required, walk-ins are welcome. To register, call the
Mahaska Health Cardiology Team at 641.672.3174 or visit the website at
mahaskahealth.org/cardiology.
