| The Village of Crestwood is informing residents about an upcoming EsoGuard screening event at the Andrew Biela Senior Center.
EsoGuard is a DNA test designed to detect esophageal precancer. According to the event flyer, individuals may be at increased risk of developing esophageal disease if they have three or more risk factors, including chronic GERD, being over age 50, being male, smoking, obesity, a family history of esophageal precancer or cancer, or other listed risk factors.
Event Information:
đź“…Dates: Monday, September 21 & Wednesday, September 23
⏰Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
đź“ŤLocation: Andrew Biela Senior Center
đź“ŤAddress: 4545 Midlothian Turnpike, Crestwood, IL 60418
Residents who have three or more of the listed risk factors can complete the required form at an informational session to determine whether the EsoGuard test may be right for them. If the test is ordered, participants will then schedule an in-person screening appointment.
IMPORTANT: Participants should have no food or drink for two hours before arriving and should bring their ID and health insurance card.
For questions regarding the screening, please call (888) 582-4339.
Residents are encouraged to review the information and speak with their healthcare provider if they have questions about their personal risk for esophageal disease. |
