San Andreas, CA…As part of a continuing partnership with Soroptimist International of Calaveras County, Mark Twain Medical Center (MTMC) will be offering FREE cholesterol tests for women in Calaveras County during American Heart Month in February.

This FREE screening is also known as a lipid panel. The test measures good and bad cholesterol and
triglycerides helping to identify women at greater risk of heart disease and stroke. The “Take It to Heart Program” offers the free cholesterol tests throughout February to women who live in Calaveras County.

A 12 hour fast is recommended or no food after midnight, as is proof of address. Women needing the
FREE cholesterol screenings do not need to schedule an appointment.

Calaveras County women wanting to participate can come to the MTMC laboratory, or any one of
MTMC’s Medical Centers located in Angels Camp, Arnold, Copperopolis, and Valley Springs. Vouchers
can be obtained in the above listed locations as well as other healthcare providers countywide.
For more information about the FREE cholesterol tests please call the MTMC Laboratory at 754-2583.