Shore Memorial Hospital is now offering screenings for three vascular conditions - carotid artery disease, aorta aneurysm and arterial disease in the legs - to help individuals at risk for heart disease and stroke.

Vascular screenings are recommended for individuals

• With a history of cardiovascular disease • Who smoke • Who are 50 and older • Who are overweight or obese

• Who live a sedentary lifestyle

"Patients often don't realize that they have a vascular condition until they experience stroke symptoms or feel chest pain," says Valerie DeJoseph, administrative director of cardiovascular health and rehabilitation services. "These screenings can help catch risk factors early so patients can get appropriate treatment before their condition becomes more serious or even life-threatening."

Screenings for carotid artery disease, aorta aneurysm and arterial disease in the legs are available on Thursdays, Sept.10 and 24 from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Shore Memorial Egg Harbor Township Outpatient Center. Screenings last approximately 30 minutes and cost $95

. These screenings are not covered by private insurance. Call 653-4500 to schedule an appointment. To reach the Egg Harbor Township Outpatient Center, call 927-8069.