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Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening

September 17th, 2014 10am - 12pm Camp Street Ministries, 190 Camp Street, Providence, RI

To help individuals better determine if they are leading a healthy lifestyle, Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island (BCBSRI) is offering a free body mass index (BMI) screenings. BMI is used as a screening tool to identify possible weight problems for adults. However, BMI is not a diagnostic tool. For example, a person may have a high BMI. However, to determine if excess weight is a health risk, a healthcare provider would need to perform further assessments. These assessments might include skinfold thickness measurements, evaluations of diet, physical activity, family history, and other appropriate health screenings.

The next free body mass index screening in your area is:

September 17th, 2014 10am - 12pm

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Camp Street Ministries, 190 Camp Street, Providence, RI

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