All persons 60 and older!
Persons 60 years of age and older are entitled to obtain a wide variety of health services administered by Western Upper Peninsula District Health Department, Region X1 Area Agency on Aging, and Michigan Office of Services to the Aging.
Services
Services for this program includes:
Weight
Temperature
Pulse
Respiration
Blood Pressure
Hemoccult Test (Colon Cancer)
Cholesterol/HDL
Glucose
Hemoglobin
Urinalysis
Education on breast self-exam, exercise and nutrition
Eligibility
All senior citizens age 60 and older, regardless of income.
Fees
Donations Accepted
Contact Info
For an appointment convenient to your schedule, call one of our local offices between 8:00am and 4:00pm (Eastern Time, except Gogebic which is Central Time) and ask to schedule an appointment:
Baraga County (906) 524-6142
Gogebic County (906) 667-0200
Houghton/Keweenaw (906) 482-7382
Ontonagon County (906) 884-4096
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)
Q: Do I have to fast before my screening appointment?
A: No, this screening is a non-fasting blood test.
Q: Do I have to bring a urine sample?
A: Although you may bring a sample from home, an opportunity will be provided for you to produce a sample at the screening.
