Keep track of your health goals with yearly biometric screenings
You can be better than before with biometric screenings. CU Health Plan members are eligible to receive a free biometric screening during Friday, Feb. 15 through April 17.
A biometric screening offers insight into your overall health by measuring your body composition and lipid and glucose levels. This information can help you understand your risk for chronic illnesses like heart disease, diabetes and hypertension. Knowing where you stand can help you avoid health hazards. If you’re already living with a chronic illness, you’ll have a better picture of how you’re managing the disease and what you can improve.
You’ll get the most out of biometric screenings if you participate each year. Creating a year-to-year record helps you keep track of changes in your health, which could indicate that you need to make improvements. If you’re on an Anthem plan and have a MyHealthConnection account, you’ll have easy access to your results.
Here’s what you need to know for testing day:
- Bring your CU Health Plan ID card
- Fasting 10-12 hours prior to your appointment is recommended but not required
- Wear a loose fitting shirt that allows you to roll up your sleeves
- Additional testing is available for a fee (cash, checks and credit cards will be accepted)
- After participating, you’ll be entered into a raffle for a chance to win a ZonLi weighted blanket