Bone Density Screening Offered For Women In Basking Ridge

BASKING RIDGE, NJ — The Bernards Township Health Department in conjunction with Morristown Memorial Community Health is holding a Bone Density Screening on Wednesday, Sept. 21 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Chester Field House located at 107 Seminary Avenue in Chester.

The screening is free and is available for women only. Pre-registration is required.

Bone density tests evaluate the strength of your bones which can help your doctor recommend steps to prevent bone loss, osteoporosis, and fractures. According to the National Osteoporosis Foundation guidelines, all women aged 65 and older women who should consider bone density testing.

Pre-registration is required and can be accomplished by phone at 908-204-2520 or in-person at The Bernards Township Health Department which is located at 262 South Finley Avenue in Basking Ridge between 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. For more information, visit www.bernardshealth.org.

- By Cheryl C. Komline

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