Get a free prostate cancer blood test at Addabbo's Howard Beach office this September

As a way to help his constituents maintain a clean bill of health, State Senator Joseph P. Addabbo, Jr. is once again hosting free prostate screenings for men this September in his Howard Beach office with the help of Integrated Medical Foundation (IMF).

Qualified health professionals from IMF will be on hand at Addabbo’s Howard Beach office, located at 159-53 102^nd Street, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, September 15. The screening involves a quick PSA blood test.

“As men age, it is vitally important that they take care of their prostate health through annual exams, and with September being Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, it is the perfect time to get a prostate cancer screening,” Addabbo said. “Some constituents may not know about prostate health, or may not have insurance coverage to get tested. That is why I partner with the Integrated Medical Foundation to bring these free screenings to my district. Because if something is wrong, it is essential to catch prostate cancer early. I encourage all men in my district to sign up for this free service.”

This free screening is open to men age 40 or older who have never been previously diagnosed and treated for prostate cancer, whether or not they have insurance.

Participants must also bring with them a photo ID containing their address, such as a driver’s license, as well as one self-addressed stamped envelope addressed to themselves in order for Integrated Medical Foundation to notify them of their exam results.

Appointments for the screening session is required as space is limited. Anyone interested in attending the session must call Addabbo’s Howard Beach office at 718-738-1111 to schedule an appointment.