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Cholesterol screening using the school as a worksite.

A D Weinberg1, N K Iammarino, L Laufman

  • 1Institute for Preventive Medicine, Baylor College of Medicine, Methodist Hospital, Houston, TX 77030.

The Journal of School Health
|February 1, 1992
PubMed
Summary

Schools are effective worksites for health promotion, with cholesterol screening identifying high-risk employees. This program requires planning, education, and follow-up for successful implementation in school systems.

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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Occupational Health
  • Health Promotion

Background:

  • Schools provide a unique environment for implementing health promotion programs.
  • Cholesterol screening is a valuable tool for identifying employees at risk for cardiovascular disease.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the appropriateness of schools as worksites for health promotion.
  • To demonstrate the effectiveness of cholesterol screening in initiating such programs within school systems.

Main Methods:

  • A cholesterol screening was conducted among 1,639 school employees.
  • 1,217 employees (74% response rate) participated in the screening.
  • Data analysis followed the NIH Consensus Panel guidelines for cholesterol levels.

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Main Results:

  • 45% of participating employees had elevated cholesterol levels.
  • 12% were classified as high-risk (≥240 mg/dl).
  • 33% were in the borderline high-risk category (200-239 mg/dl).

Conclusions:

  • Schools are suitable worksites for health promotion programs.
  • Cholesterol screening is an effective entry point for school-based health initiatives.
  • Successful programs require systematic planning, education, counseling, and follow-up referrals.