By Joe Besnard
The USF Health Byrd Alzheimer's Institute is holding a free Memory Screening Day on Saturday, November 7, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, at the Byrd Institute, 4001 E. Fletcher Avenue in Tampa. The screenings are open to community members.
This year, the USF Health audiology team is joining them with free hearing screenings at the same event, so you can get both checked in one visit.
Why it matters
Getting checked early is the reason I'm able to share my story today. A memory screening is quick, and it gives you a starting point for a conversation with your doctor. Researchers have also linked untreated hearing loss to a higher risk of dementia, so it's worth checking both while you're there.
A screening isn't a diagnosis. If something comes up, the next step is a visit with your own doctor. Questions about the event? Call the Byrd Institute at 813-396-9695, or see the details on our Events page.
This post is general information, not medical advice. Always talk with your own doctor or a qualified healthcare professional about diagnosis, screening and treatment. Event details are set by the organizer, so please confirm with them before you go.
