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Mather Hospital Gives Free Risk Assessments for Veterans

Free lung screenings available for veterans this week.

The John T. Mather Hospital has partnered up with the Lung Cancer Alliance (LCA) and the Vietnam Veterans of America to offer free risk assessments for veterans. The exam will include an assessment of their risk for lung cancer and the pros and cons of a CT screening. 

According to the hospital, veterans and specifically Vietnam veterans, are at a higher risk for lung cancer due to the higher smoking rates and exposure to carcinogens. 

Mather is offering this service during the week of Veterans Day, Nov. 11 to Nov. 15. 

If interested, contact RN Eileen Zaoutis at 631-686-2500 or visit https://www.facebook.com/matherhospital

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