Where to get free or low-cost cardiovascular risk screening in Akron, Ohio
Black women die from cardiovascular disease at roughly 1.3× the white-women rate (AHA, 2024 statistics update). Hypertension prevalence among Black women is 58% — the highest of any group tracked by the CDC.
Community health centers in Akron
These 6 federally funded clinics in Akron offer cardiovascular risk screening on a sliding-scale fee schedule and see patients regardless of insurance or immigration status.
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Axesspointe Community Health Center/Akron
Akron, OH 44306-3771
Sliding-scale fees Uninsured welcome 330-724-5471 -
Axesspointe Community Health Center/Akron - Pharmacy Admin
Akron, OH 44306-3750
Sliding-scale fees Uninsured welcome 888-975-9188 -
Axesspointe Community Health Center - Healthquarters
Akron, OH 44303
Sliding-scale fees Uninsured welcome 888-975-9188 -
Community Support Services
Akron, OH 44311-1026
Sliding-scale fees Uninsured welcome 330-966-9141 -
Equitas Health Akron Health Center
Akron, OH 44302-1306
Sliding-scale fees Uninsured welcome 833-378-4827 -
Ichc - Akron
Akron, OH 44304-1526
Sliding-scale fees Uninsured welcome 234-312-3607
Ohio's free cardiovascular screening program
If you are uninsured or under-insured, Ohio runs a WISEWOMAN program that covers cardiovascular risk screening and follow-up at no cost for residents who qualify.
Well-Integrated Screening and Evaluation for Women Across the Nation