Health screening set March 10 at Harrison Community Hospital

The screenings are sponsored by the Friends of the Puskarich Public Library

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General health screenings are offered the second Tuesday of each quarter from 7-10 a.m. at Harrison Community Hospital.

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Published February 10, 2026 - 5:17 a.m.

General health screenings are offered the second Tuesday of each quarter from 7-10 a.m. at Harrison Community Hospital, 951 E. Market St., Cadiz.

Upcoming screening dates include March 10, June 9, Sept. 8 and Dec. 8. Appointments are required and may be scheduled by calling 740-942-6213. Cash payments only.

The screenings are sponsored by the Friends of the Puskarich Public Library, with funds raised benefiting the library.

Costs are $65 for a general health panel, which includes CMP, CBC, TSH and a lipid panel. Additional tests include glycohemoglobin for $15, vitamin D for $30 and PSA testing for $20. Participants may choose any combination of tests. Fasting for 10-12 hours is preferred for the most accurate results.

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