Health briefs

 Mercy Health’s mobile mammography unit has several visits scheduled in October.

The unit is customized for patient convenience and delivers 3D mammograms to women age 40 and older. It is equipped with the newest technology that offers patients the option of self-compression, meaning they can control compression once they are in position.

Local dates and locations include:

• Oct. 13: Mercy Health – Starbright Primary Care, 28555 Starbright Blvd., Perrysburg.
• Oct. 16: Perrysburg Heights Community Association, 12282 Jefferson St., Perrysburg.
• Oct. 20: Mercy Health – Perrysburg Primary Care, 1103 Village Square Drive., Perrysburg.
• Oct. 23: Glass City Enrichment Center, 815 Front St., Toledo.
• Oct. 24: Zepf Center, 905 Nebraska Ave., Toledo.
• Oct. 25: Wayman D. Palmer YMCA, 200 Bancroft St., Toledo.
• Oct. 29: Mercy Health – Maumee Primary Care, 1657 Holland Rd., Maumee.
• Oct. 31: Northwest Ohio Behavioral Healthcare, 930 S. Detroit Ave., Toledo.

While mammogram screenings may be covered by insurance, for best coverage, patients should verify if Mercy Health – St. Charles Hospital is an in-network provider with their insurance carrier. Financial need-based assistance programs are available for to help patients who are uninsured or underinsured (have high deductibles). Call 1-800-929-6626 for more information.

Certified radiologists read all mammograms, which are double-checked with a computer-aided detection system that detects more breast cancer than mammography alone. The patient and her physician receive a copy of the results.

Screenings at the Mercy Health Mobile Mammography unit are by appointment only. Call 833-MAMM-VAN to schedule.

To view the full list of dates and locations, visit Mercy.com/ToledoMobileMamm.

Walk-in flu clinic

The Toledo-Lucas County Health Department (TLCHD) is offering a Walk-in Flu Clinic, Tuesday, Oct. 14, from 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. at Oregon Fire Station, 1040 S. Wynn Rd.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that everyone 6 months of age and older, who able to be vaccinated, receive the updated flu vaccine. TLCHD offers the high-dose flu vaccine for those age 65 and older.

An additional clinic will be offered Tuesday, Oct. 21, from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at the East Toledo Senior Center, 1001 White St.

All insurances may be billed, including Medicare Part B and Ohio Medicaid. Vaccines are available to everyone, regardless of insurance status. More clinics throughout Lucas County may be announced through the fall season.

Those who would like to receive a flu vaccine at the health department may call 419-213-2013 to schedule an appointment.

Magruder offering flu vaccines

The Magruder Pharmacy will offer walk-in flu vaccine clinics in the Magruder Hospital Conference Center, 615 Fulton St., Port Clinton, on: 

• Thursday, Oct. 23, from 4-6 p.m.
• Wednesday, Nov. 5, from 8-10 a.m.
• Monday, Nov. 17, from 1-5 p.m.
• Thursday, Nov. 20, from 4-6 p.m.

        Community members can also get a flu vaccine by appointment in the Magruder Conference Center on:

• Thursday, Nov. 13, from 8-11:30 a.m.
• Thursday, Dec. 11, from 8-11:30 a.m.

        Call 419-301-4304 to make an appointment.

Lucas DD plans Trunk or Treat

Ghouls and goblins of all ages and abilities are invited to the 4th annual Lucas DD Trunk or Treat, Tuesday, Oct. 14, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the board's South Toledo headquarters.

Trunks hosted by Board staff, families, providers and community organizations will be lined up and ready dish out treats at 1155 Larc Lane. Visitors will also have an opportunity to vote for their favorite themed trunk.

There will also be coffee for purchase from the Wandering Bean Coffee Co.

Magruder to host Women’s Health Event

Magruder Hospital, 615 Fulton St., Port Clinton, will host a women’s health event in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month on Monday, Oct. 27, from 5-7 p.m. in the main lobby and imaging area.

Participants should come in the main entrance to enjoy refreshments and light hors d’oeuvres in the lobby, as well as free chair massages, gift basket and purse raffles and giveaways in the mammography and imaging areas.

Come explore the range of preventive health services designed to support a woman’s wellness journey. Friendly experts will be on hand to answer questions.

No RSVP is required. For more details, call 419-732-4061.

Wood Co. Hospital  lung cancer screening

As part of a commitment to bringing advanced care close to home, Wood County Hospital offers a low-dose CT (LDCT) scan – a quick, non-invasive test that can identify lung cancer in its earliest stages, giving patients more treatment options and improving survival rates.

Who may benefit from screening?

• Adults age 50–80 with a history of heavy smoking.
• Current smokers or those who quit in the last 15 years.
• Individuals with risk factors who want to discuss screening with their physician.

Results reviewed promptly so patients and their physician can plan next steps together.

The first step is simple: take the online lung cancer screening quiz at https://www.woodcountyhospital.org/medical-services/cancer-care-center/lung-cancer-screening-quiz to learn if you qualify, than talk to your primary care physician about your results.

To connect with a physician, call the WCH referral line at 419-373-7613 or visit the provider search on the WCH website at www.woodcountyhospital.org.