Good Shepherd to Host Free Stroke-Risk Screening Event on May 14

CENTER VALLEY, Pa. – To help Lehigh Valley community members understand their own potential risks as part of Stroke Awareness Month, Good Shepherd Rehabilitation is hosting a free stroke-risk screening event on May 14, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The annual event will take place at Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Hospital, 3200 Center Valley Parkway, Center Valley, PA 18034. It is open to anyone age 18 and older.

RSVP to stroke@gsrh.org or 610-778-9208.

Walk-ins are welcome.

Screenings help identify common stroke risk factors and educate people on cholesterol, high blood pressure or blood sugar, and how to modify life habits.

At the free event, Good Shepherd will offer a variety of stations, including:

• Cholesterol and blood sugar screening (fasting is not required)
• Fall-risk assessments and education on how to decrease your risk of falling
• Heart rate and blood pressure screening
• Height, weight, body mass index (BMI) and waist-circumference assessment
• Nutrition education and complimentary healthy snacks

Free parking is available.

Stroke Facts

Each year, more than 795,000 people in America have a stroke, according to the CDC. Stroke is a leading cause of long-term disability and reduction in mobility for stroke survivors age 65 and older.