Health & Wellness

Aurora Pharmacy offers diabetes screening throughout August

Many people have diabetes five to seven years before they even know it, and during those years, damage can occur to their eyes, kidneys, heart and nerves.

It is estimated 21 million Americans have diabetes and one-third does not know it. That’s why it’s important to learn the risk factors for developing diabetes and receive a free diabetes screening. For more information, call the individual pharmacy.

Aurora Pharmacy will offer free Diabetes Days clinics in August at these sites:

o 9:30 a.m. to noon, August 2, 6969 North Port Washington Road, Glendale

o 1:30-4:30 p.m., August 2, 10928 Northh Port Washington Road, Mequon

o 9:30 a.m. to noon, August 16, 3355 West Forest Home Avenue, Milwaukee

A pharmacist and diabetes educator will be available at Diabetes Day to:

o Perform a free diabetes screening (no fasting required)

o Do a free foot exam for loss of sensation

o Do a free blood pressure check

o Discuss your diabetes medication

o Answer product-related questions

"We are pleased to offer pharmacy services that include Diabetes Days," said John Gates, RPh, regional director of pharmacy operations for Aurora.

"Residents can access resources that offer expertise in assisting aging populations, more medications to treat an ever-expanding range of medical conditions, and knowledgeable staff to assist with complex insurance questions."

In addition to these free screenings, Aurora Pharmacy offers many other services, including:

o Home delivery from all of our pharmacies.

o Patient consultations. Aurora pharmacists provide one-on-one consultations and are always available to answer your questions.

o Safety and accuracy. Our pharmacists check and recheck every prescription.

o Value-based services. We always check for and dispense comparable generic medications (when allowed by your doctor) and offer Aurora Freedom 55+ members’ discounts.

o Convenience. We accept over 300 insurance plans and offer mail or home delivery. Now accepting Medicare assignment.

Aurora Pharmacy, with more than 120 retail pharmacies, is part of Aurora Health Care, a not-for-profit Wisconsin health care provider and a nationally recognized leader in efforts to improve the quality of health care. Aurora offers services in 90 communities throughout eastern Wisconsin.