2 out of 3 stroke victims have
NO prior symptoms or WARNINGS.
AND Your doctor cannot order an ultrasound test unless you DO have symptoms.
THAT’S why our screenings are so important.
“I’m 59 and was not even going to have the screening done, but I’m glad I did because the test found a 95 percent blockage in my neck artery. I had surgery to fix it - before I had a stroke.”

C. WADSWORTH
Enola, PA

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Peripheral Vascular Disease

Approximately 12 million Americans suffer from Peripheral Vascular Disease (PVD), often referred to as hardening of the arteries or atherosclerosis.

This narrowing of the blood vessels in the legs is caused by the buildup of fatty plaque and is a strong predictor of heart disease. PVD may show up in leg arteries before there are any signs or symptoms. Many people experience discomfort while walking that is relieved by rest, but are unaware that it is due to blocked arteries.

Arteries become narrowed and blood flow decreases in atherosclerosis.

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