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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1974
Page
3
More than 400 people participated in a two day screening clinic at the Athens City County Health Department Tuesday and Wednesday. Dr Aileen MacKenzie of the Ohio Department of Health noted the clinic screened apparently well individuals for chronic diseases with blood pressure testing emphasized as a key heart attack indicator.
The two day clinic in Athens offered screenings for diabetes high cholesterol kidney disease gout and anemia with blood samples sent to family doctors for follow up. Eye glaucoma vision hearing and height weight checks were included and counseling provided to explain results and advise on care. The event was free by appointment and supported by the Ohio Department of Health and local health teams.
Vera Eblen of Athens was appointed secretary treasurer of the Athens Hacking Board of Realtors at the June meeting replacing Joyce Milar who asked to be relieved. Pat McCleary said no meetings in July or August. Next meeting is Sept 17 at Baker Center with subsequent meetings on the second Tuesday each month. Pauline Gilkey, 47, Lancaster, ill from courthouse to O'Bleness.
A Citizens Task Force survey shows Ohioans want alternatives to traditional colleges, favor repayable student loans, and support increased state aid for higher education. Most see easy access to institutions and rising costs as key issues. private institutions receive cautious backing. A separate report states two motorcycles worth 500 dollars were stolen from the Athens Motorcycle Club, Athens County.
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