Free Health Checks at AFL Gather Round

0:00AFL Gather-Round is back in South Australia, and footy fans in Adelaide and Norwood can grab free health checks to spot early risks for heart disease, and type 2 diabetes. The state government teamed up with Shane Warren Legacy, CSU Health, and Flinders University for this third year push, running Thursday through Sunday at 5 key spots. They set up 52 self-service stations where you get quick reads on blood pressure, heart rate, body composition, and diabetes risk. All. Popping up instantly on the CSU Health app would GP follow-up tips if needed. Flinders experts are on hand for optional fingerprint tests, checking cholesterol and long-term blood sugar too. Last year, over 9,100 people jumped in, and one in three got nudged to see their doctor for high risks. More than half had unchecked their blood pressure in the past 12 months, showing how these spots catch stuff flying under the radar. Now heading into year 3, the data proves it's working, with over 60% of folks making

1:01or planning lifestyle tweaks after their scans. It's a smart move blending footy vibes with real health wins. While you're cheering on the games and hitting those festivals, swing by a station to know your numbers, could be the play that keeps you in the game. Long-term, stay informed with Adelaide News today, AI-powered updates. I'm Corey with the story.