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Posted by Jayson | Posted on 10-08-2010

Our top 5 most popular tests!

Category : Blood Testing, HealthCheckUSA News, Homocysteine, Vitamin d, Women's Health, blood tests, cancer, cancer screenings, cardiovascular health, health screening, health tests, heart attacks, heart disease, heart disease test, thyroid screenings, thyroid test

1. Thyroid Function Blood Testing Panel 2

The Thyroid Function Blood Profile with TSH, T3 and T4 Free is a group of blood tests that includes Free T3, Free T4 and TSH that are often ordered together to help evaluate thyroid gland function and to help diagnose thyroid disorders. The thyroid tests included in a thyroid profile measure the amount of thyroid hormones in your blood. These hormones are chemical substances that travel through the bloodstream and control or regulate your body’s metabolism—how it functions and uses energy.

We recommend a thyroid test for anyone who:
• has a family member with thyroid disease,
• has been diagnosed with chronic fatigue syndrome
• is a woman in or near menopause,
• has recently given birth,
• has other pituitary or endocrine disease, or
• is experiencing symptoms of thyroid disease.

2. Vitamin D, 25 Hydroxy

Vital to healthy bones. Deficiency can be related to prostate, breast and colon cancers; heart disease, type 1 diabetes and hypertension.

Recent studies in North America and Europe indicate that a staggering 95 percent of people are vitamin D deficient — not surprising given how much time we spend inside.

Sunlight doesn’t just help set your internal clock, it actually nourishes your body by helping it create vitamin D. Classified as a water-soluble vitamin, vitamin D acts more like a hormone, working with the parathyroid hormone to balance calcium in the blood and build strong bones. It also maintains healthy cellular growth and regulates the immune system, which prevents excessive inflammation that can lead to autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, diabetes, periodontal disease, multiple sclerosis and irritable-bowel diseases.

3. Iron Panel

An iron panel from HealthCheckUSA is a blood screening for the iron overload disease, hemochromatosis. This genetic disorder causes your body to absorb and store too much iron. This extra iron builds up and causes organ damange. An iron profile is important because if hemochromatosis is not treated, these organs can fail. You could even need a transplant.

How does iron work in the body?
A normal person’s body absorbs enough iron through a regular diet. Iron is an essential nutrient, which becomes part of your blood that transports oxygen throughout the body. If your iron profile shows that you have hemochromatosis, your body absorbs more than it needs. There is no natural function to expel this excess iron, and it is typically stored in body tissues.

4. Men’s Profile

A men’s profile test from HealthCheckUSA is a comprehensive health assessment for men. Due to it’s popularity, HealthCheckUSA is able to provide the men’s profile test at a significant discount. This baseline men’s profile tests more than 50 indicators, including:
super chemistry” with PSA
testosterone
TIBC
HBA1c
UA

5. Super Chemistry

This group of tests would typically cost $150 from your local doctor or hospital lab. At $60, that’s a savings of $90!

The Super Chemistry Blood Testing Panel from HealthCheckUSA is a baseline health assessment that focuses on prevention and identifying any health risk factors related to Heart Disease, risk of heart attack and risk of stroke. Due to the popularity of the Super Chemistry Blood Testing Panel, HealthCheckUSA is able to provide it at a significant discount versus purchasing these lab tests from your doctor.

Posted by David | Posted on 02-08-2010

Our Biggest Sale of the Year!

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August 3, 2010-August 10, 2010
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Posted by David | Posted on 06-07-2010

Featured Tests for July 2010

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In this Issue
JULY 2010

OMEGA-3 INDEX TEST
HEMOCHROMATOSIS TEST
HEALTHY EATING RECIPE
STAYING HEALTHY ARTICLES

HealthCheckUSA News

As you can tell, we have a new look and feel to our monthly newsletter. What do you think? We have added new features that can help you better take control of your health such as must read health related articlesand healthy eating recipes. Also, We really enjoy getting feeadback from our loyal customers so please contact us if you have a story about HCUSA you would like to share or any concerns you may have.
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FEATURED TESTS FOR JULY 2010

HS-Omega-3 Index

HealthCheckUSA is pleased to announce a new partnership with OmegaQuant which is going to allow our customers to take advantage a new test, HS-Omega-3 Index. The HS-Omega-3 Index lets you know if you have enough of the heart-healthy omega-3’s in your diet. Even people who have ideal cholesterol levels or blood pressure can still have very un-healthy omega-3 scores. It’s important to know your personal HS-Omega-3 Index levels to control your heart risk by altering your diet or taking fish oil supplements to achieve cardio-protective omega-3 levels. When asked about the new partnership, Dr. Bill Harris of OmegaQuant said,“I am tremendously excited to partner with HealthCheckUSA to provide the HS-Omega-3 Index test directly to thousands of consumers who will now be able to determine for themselves how much omega-3 they need to take in order to achieve cardioprotective blood levels.“

Want to know more about the Omega-3 Index test?
CLICK HERE to read what The Wall Street Journal had to say about Omega-3.

Order during the month of July 2010 and get a special introductory price!

Hemochromatosis
JULY IS NATIONAL HEMOCHROMATOSIS AWARENESS MONTH

As one of the most common genetic disorders in America, hereditary hemochromatosis means that your body absorbs and stores excess iron. If you have hereditary hemochromatosis, this extra iron is stored in the body and organs like liver, skin, and pancreas. If it’s not treated, hereditary hemochromatosis can lead to iron deposits that damage those organs and tissues.

Hereditary hemochromatosis is a genetic disorder caused by a mutated HFE gene. This gene controls iron absorption.

Hereditary hemochromatosis is most often found in Caucasians with ancestors from Northern Europe. Almost one out of ten American Caucasians is a carrier for hereditary hemochromatosis. Hereditary hemochromatosis is uncommon is African Americans, Hispanics, and Asians.

Without being previously tested, most people don’t know that they have hereditary hemochromatosis until middle-age. Most symptoms don’t develop until after thirty for men, and after fifty for women.

If hereditary hemochromatosis is not diagnosed and treated, iron accumulations could potentially lead to serious problems like arthritis, liver issues, congestive heart failure, impotence, skin pigmentation, and pancreas damage.

HEALTHY EATING! OUR STAFF‘S FAVORITE DISHES!

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Artichoke Calzone
Ingredients:

• 1 cup canned tomato sauce
• 1 1/3 cup part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 3 3/4 ounces canned artichoke hearts, bottoms,
drained and sliced into 1/4-inch pieces

• cooking spray to coat calzones

Baking Directions
Heat oven to 425ºF. On a lightly floured surface roll out 1/4 of dough into an 11-inch circle; move to a parchment-covered baking pan. Cover half of circle with 1/4 cup of sauce, 1/3 cup of mozzarella, 1 tablespoon of Parmesan cheese and 1/4 of artichokes, leaving a 1/2-inch boarder. Fold dough over sauced half, pinching edge with fingers and rolling edge up one turn. Repeat with remaining ingredients to make three more calzones.

Coat calzones with cooking spray.
Bake until golden brown, about 15 to 20 minutes.

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Posted by David | Posted on 01-06-2010

June 2010 Specials!

Category : Blood Testing, HealthCheckUSA News, blood tests, cancer, cancer screenings, cardiovascular health, health screening, health tests, heart disease, heart disease test

PSA DISCOUNT

PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen) (Valued at $99)……………………………..$15
The prostate cancer screening (PSA) offered by HealthCheckUSA measures a protein (prostate-specific antigen) produced exclusively by the prostate, which is a walnut-sized gland found in men only. It is recommended that you take a prostate cancer screening (PSA) annually, beginning at age 50, if you do not have any serious medical problems and can be expected to live at least 10 more years, according to the American Cancer Society. Men at high risk for prostate cancer should begin prostate cancer screening (PSA) at age 45, or even age 40, depending on your personal and family medical history.
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Men’s Profile (Valued at $565) ………………………………………………….$144
A men’s profile test from HealthCheckUSA is a comprehensive health assessment for men. Due to it’s popularity, HealthCheckUSA is able to provide the men’s profile test at a significant discount. This baseline men’s profile tests more than 50 indicators, including “super chemistry” with PSA, testosterone, TIBC, HBA1c, and UA.
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Healthy Heart Plus VAP (Valued at $600)…………………………………….$198
The combination of the Homocysteine, Cardio C-Reactive Protein, and VIP Plus makes this the most comprehensive health assessment HealthCheckUSA has to offer. Highly recommended for individuals looking to establish or keep track of overall baseline levels. This expanded cholesterol test provides valuable information that can identify hidden heart disease risks, including inherited risk factors that can lead to premature heart disease. VAP identifies more than 90% of people at risk for cardiovascular disease, compared to 40% for routine cholesterol screenings.

The VAP test measures total cholesterol, high-density lipoprotein (good) cholesterol (HDL), low-density lipoprotein (bad) cholesterol (LDL), and triglycerides. VAP also measures other cholesterol subclasses that play important roles in the development of heart disease. These other subclasses include:

· Very low density lipoprotein (VLDL)
· Intermediate density lipoprotein (IDL)
· Lp(a): LDL plus the apo(a) protein

For males, it is recommended to add a PSA test for complete assessment.
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*Discount Pricing Already reflected on HealthCheckUSA.com.
*Discount Pricing vaild from June 1, 2010 -June 30, 2010
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Posted by David | Posted on 31-07-2009

HealthCheckUSA Medical Information: Cholesterol Blood Test

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Low Cost Cholesterol Blood Tests From HealthCheckUSA

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Re-printed by from MayoClinic.com; main article written by the Mayo Clinic staff

Definition of a Cholesterol Blood Test
A complete cholesterol blood test — also called a lipid panel or lipid profile — is a group of blood tests that can measure the amount of cholesterol and triglycerides in your blood. A cholesterol blood test can help determine your risk of atherosclerosis, the buildup of plaques in your arteries that can lead to narrowed or blocked arteries throughout your body. If your cholesterol levels are high, you probably won’t have any signs or symptoms, so a cholesterol blood test is an important tool. High cholesterol levels are a significant risk factor for heart disease.

Why a Cholesterol Blood Test is Done
Cholesterol and triglycerides are substances that naturally circulate in your blood. Although these substances are necessary for your body to function normally, too much fat in your blood increases your risk of heart disease, a stroke, or narrowed arteries in your arms or legs (peripheral artery disease).

What’s Measured in a Cholesterol Blood Test?
A complete cholesterol blood test, referred to as a lipid panel or lipid profile, includes the measurement of four types of fats (lipids) in your blood:

Total cholesterol. This is a sum of your blood’s cholesterol content.
High-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol. This is sometimes called the “good” cholesterol because it helps carry away LDL cholesterol, thus keeping arteries open and your blood flowing more freely.
Low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol. This is sometimes called the “bad” cholesterol. Too much of it in your blood causes the buildup of fatty deposits (plaques) in your arteries (atherosclerosis), which reduces blood flow. These plaques sometimes rupture and can lead to a heart attack or stroke.
Triglycerides. Triglycerides are a type of fat in the blood. When you eat, your body converts any calories it doesn’t need to use right away into triglycerides, which are stored in fat cells. High triglyceride levels usually mean you regularly eat more calories than you burn. High levels are also seen in overweight people, in those consuming too many sweets or too much alcohol, and in people with diabetes who have elevated blood sugar levels.

Who should get a cholesterol test?
All adults age 20 or older should have a cholesterol test once every five years. Ideally, you should begin having your cholesterol checked in your early twenties. You should have your cholesterol measured when you’re relatively healthy. An acute illness, a heart attack or severe stress can affect cholesterol levels.

Cholesterol blood testing is very important if you:

Have a family history of high cholesterol or heart disease
Are overweight
Are physically inactive
Have diabetes
Eat a high-fat diet

These factors put you at increased risk of developing high cholesterol and heart disease.

If you have high cholesterol levels, your doctor may want you to get your blood tested more often. Discuss with your doctor how often you should have a cholesterol blood test if your cholesterol levels are abnormal.

Cholesterol is often high during pregnancy, so pregnant women should wait at least six weeks after giving birth to have their cholesterol measured.

Children and Cholesterol Blood Testing
Children as young as age 2 can have high cholesterol, but not all children need to be screened for high cholesterol. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends a cholesterol blood test only for children between the ages of 2 and 10 who have a known family history of high cholesterol or premature coronary artery disease. Your child’s doctor may recommend retesting if your child’s first test shows he or she has normal cholesterol levels.

The American Academy of Pediatrics also recommends testing if the child’s family history for high cholesterol is unknown, but the child has risk factors for high cholesterol, such as obesity, high blood pressure or diabetes.

Risks of getting a Cholesterol Blood Test
There’s little risk in getting a cholesterol blood test. You may have some soreness or tenderness around the site where your blood is drawn, or the site may become infected.

How you prepare for your Cholesterol Blood Test
You should fast (no food or liquids other than water) for nine to 12 hours before the test. You can drink water in the time leading up to the blood test, but avoid coffee, tea and other beverages.

Talk to your doctor about any other special requirements. Some medications, such as birth control pills, can increase your cholesterol levels. For this reason, if you take these or other medications, your doctor might want you to stop taking them for a few days before your cholesterol blood test.

What you can expect from your Cholesterol Blood Test
During the procedure
A cholesterol test is a blood test, usually done in the morning since you’ll need to fast for the most accurate results. Blood is drawn from a vein, usually from your arm. Before the needle is inserted, the puncture site is cleaned with antiseptic and an elastic band is wrapped around your upper arm. This causes the veins in your arm to fill with blood.

After the needle is inserted, a small amount of blood is collected into a vial or syringe. The band is then removed to restore circulation, and blood continues to flow into the vial. Once enough blood is collected, the needle is removed and the puncture site is covered with a pressure wrap.

The entire procedure will likely last a couple of minutes. It’s relatively painless.

After the procedure
There are no special precautions you need to take after your cholesterol blood test. You should be able to drive yourself home and do all your normal activities. You may want to bring a snack to eat after your cholesterol test is done, if you’ve been fasting.

It may take a few days for you to get your results back. Your doctor should explain to you what the results of your test mean. It’s likely your doctor will want to retest you in several weeks or months if your test shows your cholesterol levels are high. Before starting any treatment based only on an abnormal cholesterol test, it’s common to get several tests done over a period of time to ensure an accurate diagnosis.

Cholesterol Blood Test Results
In the United States, cholesterol levels are measured in milligrams (mg) of cholesterol per deciliter (dL) of blood. In Canada and many European countries, cholesterol levels are measured in millimoles per liter (mmol/L).

The four main categories — total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, HDL cholesterol and triglycerides — are what are most commonly measured during a cholesterol blood test. Still, many doctors have begun examining other substances in the blood. Tests of these other substances in the blood are often done on the same sample of blood taken during a cholesterol test and meant to complement, not replace, a standard lipid blood panel or lipid blood profile cholesterol blood test.

If your results show that your cholesterol level is high, don’t get discouraged. You may be able to lower your cholesterol with lifestyle changes, such as quitting smoking, exercising and eating a healthy diet. If lifestyle changes aren’t enough, cholesterol-lowering medications also may help. Talk to your doctor about the best way for you to lower your cholesterol.

Women and cholesterol test results
The hormone estrogen tends to cause women to have higher levels of HDL, “good,” cholesterol but also higher levels of triglycerides. If you have higher levels of triglycerides than normal, talk to your doctor. Many women who are at risk of heart disease and have high cholesterol or triglyceride levels may benefit from cholesterol-lowering medications.

Get your Cholesterol levels tested at HealthCheckUSA

The Super Chemistry Blood Testing Panel from HealthCheckUSA is a baseline health assessment that focuses on prevention and identifying any health risk factors related to Cholesterol, Heart Disease, risk of heart attack, risk of stroke, liver function, kidney function, plus many more. Due to the popularity of the Blood Testing Panel, HealthCheckUSA is able to provide it at a significant discount versus purchasing these lab tests from your doctor.

Super Chemistry Blood Testing Panel
Total Cholesterol, HDL (Good), LDL (bad), rations, triglycerides, Glucose, Kidney, Liver & Heart functions, Electrolytes, Protein, Iron (anemia), Complete Blood Count (CBC). Total of 40 Blood Tests through HealthCheckUSA. Low Cost Blood Testing Made Easy by HealthCheckUSA.com.

More Comprehensive Blood Testing Options

Super Chemistry plus Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) Blood Testing Panel
Prostate Cancer Blood Test (PSA) plus Super Chemistry which includes Total Cholesterol, HDL (Good), LDL (bad), rations, triglycerides, Glucose, Kidney, Liver & Heart functions, Electrolytes, Protein, Iron (anemia), Complete Blood Count (CBC). Low Cost Blood Testing Made Easy by HealthCheckUSA.com.

Super Chemistry plus Thyroid Panel Blood Testing Panel
Thyroid Panel (T3 Uptake, T4 Total and TSH) plus Super Chemistry which includes Total Cholesterol, HDL (Good), LDL (bad), rations, triglycerides, Glucose, Kidney, Liver & Heart functions, Electrolytes, Protein, Iron (anemia), Complete Blood Count (CBC). Low Cost Blood Testing Made Easy by HealthCheckUSA.com.

Men’s Blood Testing Panel
PSA, Diabetes Management Test (HbA1c), Total Iron Binding Capacity (TIBC), Testosterone Total plus Super Chemistry which includes Total Cholesterol, HDL (Good), LDL (bad), rations, triglycerides, Glucose, Kidney, Liver & Heart functions, Electrolytes, Protein, Iron (anemia), Complete Blood Count (CBC). Low Cost Blood Testing Made Easy by HealthCheckUSA.com..

Women’s Blood Testing Panel
Thyroid Panel (T3 Uptake, T4 Total and TSH), Diabetes Management Test (HbA1c), Total Iron Binding Capacity (TIBC) plus Super Chemistry which includes Total Cholesterol, HDL (Good), LDL (bad), rations, triglycerides, Glucose, Kidney, Liver & Heart functions, Electrolytes, Protein, Iron (anemia), Complete Blood Count (CBC). Low Cost Blood Testing Made Easy by HealthCheckUSA.com.

HealthCheckUSA is the nation’s leader in low cost, direct-to-consumer blood and lab testing and provides people the ability to access all types of blood tests without a physician’s referral and at half the price.

HealthCheckUSA has packages that make it simple for consumers to measure, monitor, and improve their health by being able to order their own lab tests without a doctor’s order. HealthCheckUSA serves customers without insurance, have high deductible insurance plans, and taking control of their health because their doctor won’t order the test.

The blood tests available through HealthCheckUSA are the same medically accepted lab tests ordered by doctors for their patients. The blood tests are analyzed by an accredited medical reference laboratory. The results are confidential, and are available by fax to you or your doctor, or by mail to you (please allow 10 working days for mailing). Results are also available on the HealthCheckUSA Web site within 3-4 business days. An information sheet with an explanation of each test, including normal reference ranges, accompanies all results.

Popular types of blood and lab tests include: thyroid testing, complete metabolic testing (CMP), complete blood count testing, heart disease testing, cholesterol testing, diabetes testing (HbA1c), prostate cancer testing (PSA), vitamin D testing, vitamin B-12 testing, testing for osteoporosis, iron deficiency testing, testosterone testing to check for Low Testosterone (Low T), erectile dysfunction, estrogen testing for low levels of estrogen, male hormone testing and female hormone testing for hormone imbalances, drug testing, STD testing for herpes, hepatitis A, B and C testing, HIV, Chlamydia, syphilis, and EBV, herpes type 1 and type 2 testing, fertility testing in men, fertility testing in women, infertility testing in men, infertility testing in women, pregnancy testing, blood test for pregnancy, blood test for herpes, blood test for HIV, blood test for thyroid, and many more. Please go to www.HealthCheckUSA.com or call 800-929-7044 for complete details.

Posted by David | Posted on 15-07-2009

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Posted by David | Posted on 13-07-2009

VAP Advanced Cholesterol Blood Test Available at HealthCheckUSA

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The affordable VAP Test provides direct, detailed measurements of cholesterol subclasses that play important roles in the development of heart disease–the No. 1 cause of death in the United States. The comprehensive information provided by the VAP Test allows for improved diagnosis and gives physicians the ability to develop patient-specific therapy, monitor treatment progress, and increase patient compliance. The VAP Test also allows physicians to comply with updated National Cholesterol Education Program. The National Cholesterol Education Program is a program managed by the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute, a division of the National Institutes of Health. Its goal is to reduce increased cardiovascular disease rates due to hypercholesterolemia (elevated cholesterol).

Roseanne Varner, Atherotech’s president and chief executive officer, said the collaboration with HealthCheckUSA and the availability of the VAP Test through the Web site are important steps in Atherotech’s expansion into the direct access testing market. “We are pleased to partner with HealthCheckUSA and provide the VAP Test to people concerned about their cardiovascular health,” Varner said. “HealthcheckUSA’s focus on providing direct-to-consumer tests and services such as the VAP Test is to be commended. People are showing a growing need to take charge of their health, especially their heart health, and the detailed cholesterol information provided by the VAP Test will let them do just that.”

According to according to Holt Vaughan, Director for HealthcheckUSA, the company is delighted to be one of the first to offer the VAP Test directly to consumers. “We have been educated extensively about the VAP Test and the valuable information it provides about heart disease risk in people who may have a false sense of security about their cholesterol levels,” Vaughan said. “We believe that the VAP Test will revolutionize the way consumers monitor their cholesterol in the future.”

To request a VAP Test without a physician referral physician referral consumers can go to www.healthcheckusa.com Web site and select a lab location closest to them. HealthcheckUSA then forwards the customer the appropriate paperwork, which they can take to the lab without an appointment. The simple blood test can be completed in 10 minutes. Professionals screen all test results, and patients are urged to consult a physician if abnormalities appear. Results and explanations are mailed to HealthcheckUSA customers within 10-14 working days. Information about the VAP Test also is available at HealthcheckUSA’s main Web site at www.healthcheckusa.com.

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About Atherotech, Inc.

Atherotech, a leading specialty reference laboratory based in Birmingham, is dedicated to improving the early diagnosis and treatment of heart disease and other cardiovascular diseases that kill nearly 1 million Americans each year. Its VAP Cholesterol Test was named one of “five tests worth paying for” by the Wall Street Journal. For more information, visit the company’s Web site at www.thevaptest.com or www.healthcheckusa.com.

Posted by David | Posted on 10-07-2009

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The tests available through HealthCheckUSA are the same medically accepted lab tests ordered by doctors for their patients. The tests are analyzed by an accredited medical reference laboratory. The results are confidential, and are available by fax to you or your doctor, or by mail to you (please allow 10 working days for mailing). Results are also available on the HealthCheckUSA Web site within 3-4 business days. An information sheet with an explanation of each test, including normal reference ranges, accompanies all results.

Posted by admin | Posted on 19-12-2008

Cancer to Surpass Heart Disease as Leading Cause of Death

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Heart disease is currently the leading cause of death in the world. But this will no longer be true in 2010, when it’s expected that cancer will surpass heart disease as the leading cause of death. To put it more into perspective, cancer will cause more deaths than AIDS, malaria and tuberculosis — combined.

A recent article in the Washington Post talked about this disturbing development and also noted that in 2030, there may be 27 million people with cancer if new treatments aren’t found by then. Furthermore, there are expected to be 17 million cancer deaths each year by 2030. These figures were released in the 2008 World Cancer Report.

The article points out that around the world, the major avoidable risk for cancer and cancer deaths is smoking, something that about 1.3 billion people do. While there have been increases in lung cancer, which is smoking-related, there have also been increases in breast cancer in developing countries. Despite the fact that in developed countries cervical cancer is preventable and treatable, it’s a major cause of cancer deaths in developing countries.

Get a Cancer Screening

Get a cancer screening — it’s so important to your health. There are several cancer screenings available from HealthCheckUSA, like a colon cancer screening and an ovarian cancer screening. Regular cancer screenings enable cancer to be detected as early as possible, therefore making the survival rate higher. Cancer screenings are simply critical to survival.

Heart Disease Test: Beneficial to Your Health

A heart disease test can be beneficial to your health and should be taken if you’re at risk for heart disease. Smoking, high blood pressure, stress, being obese or overweight, and high blood cholesterol are some things that can put you at risk for heart disease. Another thing that puts you at risk for having it is a family history of heart disease.

So if you’re at risk, take a heart disease test at HealthCheckUSA. It’s actually the most comprehensive health assessment that we offer, and it can be taken at many of our laboratory locations all over the United States.

Posted by admin | Posted on 03-10-2008

Heart Disease Test

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A heart disease test is something extremely important, and many people may not be aware of just how important getting this test can be. A recent article in the Scotsman noted that there are disturbing new figures showing a rise in deaths from heart disease. Specifically, there’s an increase in coronary heart disease deaths among Scotland’s middle-aged men.

In Scotland, coronary heart disease is the leading cause of death. One in four men are killed due to coronary heart disease. This startling figure has been drawing attention to coronary heart disease, and rightfully so. Deaths among men in Scotland who are between 35 and 54 years old have gone up from 60 per 100,000 population in 2003 to 2006’s figure, which is 62 per 100,000 population. The death toll in 2006 was 159, while in 2003 the death toll was 143.

As attention is focused on coronary heart disease, experts are blaming a lack of exercise and obesity for the rise in deaths. Keep Well, a heart disease screening program run by the Scottish Government, might be extended to include 40-year-old men instead of just 45- to 64-year-old men. Men who use the services of Keep Well can take a heart disease test and get health advice if they need it.

In the United States, the figures on heart disease are just as disturbing as they are in Scotland. Heart disease was the leading cause of death in the US as of 2007. In just the United States, heart disease kills one person every 34 seconds.

Take a Heart Disease Test

The situation in Scotland and the figures from the US remind us how important it is to take a heart disease test if you’re at risk. Obesity, smoking and a family history of heart disease are things that can put you at risk for having it. If you are at risk, taking a heart disease test can be very beneficial to you health. HealthCheckUSA offers a heart disease test at several of their laboratory locations across America.