Health & Fitness
Franciscan Health offering free vein screenings
Now accepting appointments for 15-minute screenings performed by an interventional radiology nurse practitioner at Olympia Fields hospital
Many people don’t realize that the uncomfortable symptoms they experience in their legs could stem from problems related to their veins. That’s because vein disease is not always as obvious as large, bulging varicose veins.
For this reason, Franciscan Health is offering free vein screenings performed by a Franciscan interventional radiology nurse practitioner.
If you’re experiencing any of the following symptoms, Franciscan Health is encouraging you to schedule your free vein screening:
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- Spider and varicose veins
- Swelling of the legs or ankles
- Pain or heaviness when you stand
- Aching
- Heaviness
- Leg cramps
- Itchy legs
- Leg ulcers
- Leg fatigue
These 15-minute vein screenings will help to determine if you may be candidate for varicose vein treatment. Appointments are required. Call (708) 679-2251 to schedule your appointment.
Submitted by Robyn Ali, Marketing Specialist, Franciscan Health Olympia Fields, Marketing and Public Relations Department robyn.ali@franciscanalliance.org
