WOONSOCKET, R.I. — CVS Health will expand Project Health, its free, community-based health screening program, by entering two new areas: Las Vegas, Nev., and Richmond, Va., the company said Tuesday. Project Health will also add four new mobile units this year and host dedicated events for children and seniors.
“At the heart of our ongoing efforts to reduce health disparities and advance health equity is our commitment to breaking down barriers for people to access quality, affordable care,” said Sheryl Burke, senior vice president of corporate social responsibility at CVS Health. “Through Project Health we’re meeting people where they are with a focus on areas of significant need.”
In addition to 72 dedicated events for seniors and 60 for children, CVS Health plans to host more than 1,600 Project Health screening events in 45 markets across the U.S. and Puerto Rico this year. The company hosts these events at CVS Pharmacy locations and community organizations, offering free biometric screenings including blood pressure, cholesterol, glucose level and body mass index to detect early risks of chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease. Following these screenings, participants have the opportunity to meet with a nurse practitioner who can provide referrals for treatment and advice on follow-up care, the company said.
