Residents living in and around the Dunkirk, New York can learn about their risk for cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, diabetes, and other chronic, serious conditions with affordable screenings by Life Line Screening. Dunkirk Memorial American Legion Post 62 will host this community event on March 25. The site is located at 211 Central Avenue in Dunkirk.

Screenings can check for:

The level of plaque buildup in your arteries, related to risk for heart disease, stroke and overall vascular health.

Narrowing of the smaller arteries of your ankles and feet, called Peripheral Arterial Disease

HDL and LDL Cholesterol levels

Diabetes risk

Bone density as a risk for possible osteoporosis

Screenings are affordable, convenient and accessible for wheelchairs and those with trouble walking. Free parking is also available.

Packages start at $149, but consultants will work with you to create a package that is right for you based on your age and risk factors. Also ask about their Wellness Gold Membership Program which allows customers to get all the screenings they need now, but pay $19.95 a month. Call 1-877-237-1287 or visit the website at www.lifelinescreening.com. Pre-registration is required.