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Heartfelt Holidays: Protect Loved Ones' Heart Health

December 22, 20232 min read

Heartfelt Holidays: A Time to Connect and Protect Our Loved Ones' Heart Health

The holiday season is a time of joy, reflection, and, most importantly, family. Amidst the festivities, it's also a poignant time to check in on our loved ones' health, particularly heart health. It's heartbreaking to hear stories of families blindsided by a sudden stroke or heart attack in a parent or grandparent, especially when preventive measures could have made a difference.

Heart disease often goes unnoticed until it's too late. The holidays can be an opportune time to observe and discuss any health changes in our family members that we might not see regularly.

Here are a few ideas to help you navigate this holiday season and beyond:

  • Start the Conversation: Talking about health can be challenging, but it's a conversation that can save lives. Encourage your family to discuss their health openly, especially heart health. Share stories and concerns, and listen with empathy.

  • Give the Gift of Prevention: This holiday season, consider the gift of health. Encourage your loved ones to schedule routine check-ups, including screenings like CIMT, which can detect early signs of heart disease.

  • Empower Through Knowledge: Educate your family about the importance of heart health. Discuss risk factors like high blood pressure, cholesterol, and lifestyle choices. Knowledge is power, especially when it comes to preventing heart disease.

  • Make Heart Health a Family Affair: Turn heart health into a collective goal. Plan family activities that promote a healthy lifestyle, like group walks or cooking a heart-healthy meal together.


The holidays are more than just a festive season; they're a time to connect deeply with our loved ones and look out for each other's well-being. Let's use this time to foster open conversations about heart health and take proactive steps towards prevention. Remember, a simple conversation or a routine screening like CIMT could be the key to a healthier, happier future for you and your loved ones.

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Why should you get this C-IMT scan?

Informed patients make better decisions.

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Early Detection of Heart Disease Risk

A C-IMT scan can act as an early warning system by identifying increased thickness in the artery walls long before any symptoms of heart disease or stroke become evident.

Personalized Treatment Plan

Personalized Treatment Plan

The results of a C-IMT scan can help your doctor tailor a treatment plan to reduce your risk of heart attack or stroke, which is the leading cause of death and disability in the world.

Non-Invasive and Safe

Non-Invasive and Safe

Unlike some other tests, the C-IMT scan is non-invasive and uses ultrasound, not radiation. It's safe and doesn't require any special preparation.

Family History

Family History

If you have a family history of early heart disease or stroke, the scan can provide valuable information about your own risk, helping you and your doctor to take preventive measures.

Peace of Mind

Peace of Mind

If you are anxious about your cardiovascular health, a vasometric scan can provide reassurance if your results are within a normal range.

Vasolabs Is A Premier Provider Of Safe, Convenient Heart Disease Screenings.

Vasolabs Is A Premier Provider Of Safe, Convenient Heart Disease Screenings.

  • Uses the newest ultrasound technology

  • Determines whether or not you have heart disease

  • Pain-free. Requires no wires, treadmills, or needles.

  • Takes only 15 minutes

  • Get your Easy-to-Understand Report within 24 hours

  • Optional Discussion with your Clinician

Schedule a test to see if you’re at risk of heart disease!

Identify Your Risks of Getting Cardiovascular Disease With a Simple C-IMT Scan!

Know if You Are at Risk for Heart Attacks, Strokes, and other Cardiovascular Diseases:

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What's Included in your Report:

  • See your Vascular Age!

  • Soft or Calcified Plaque is visualized, you’ll see it all.

  • Track Your inflammation, Know your Artery Blockage.

  • Informed patients make better decisions.

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Do I Need a Heart Screening?

Here is a checklist of factors that put you at elevated risk for heart attack, stroke, and other forms of cardiovascular disease:

  • Over 40 years of age

  • Family history of heart disease/stroke

  • Overweight

  • Increased cholesterol level

  • High-fat diet

  • Tobacco user

  • High blood pressure

  • Diabetic

  • Metabolic syndrome

  • Erectile dysfunction

  • Psoriasis

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Peace of Mind is Priceless

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Looking back, it's chilling to realize how close I came to the edge. I opted for a test at Vasolabs on a whim, without any particular symptoms. Boy, am I glad I did! Turns out, my arteries were nearly clogged up - something regular doctors wouldn't have caught unless there were signs of a problem. By the time I got a couple of second opinions and returned to my regular doctor, my arteries were 95% blocked. If I hadn't taken the test when I did, I could have had a stroke. Trust me when I say this, going to Vasolabs was one of the best decisions I've ever made.

- George B
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I was really worried about getting a heart attack because its already happened in our family. So taking this test gave me the peace of mind I was looking for. And it was so cool to see the age of my artery was younger than I was!!

- Barbara L.
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I went to Vasolabs for their C-IMT testing, thinking it'd be a complicated deal, but nope! It was as easy as getting a photo taken. And guess what? They found an issue that could've been a silent threat. Thanks to them catching it early, my doctor and I are on top of it now. Honestly, I feel like I dodged a bullet. Big thumbs up for Vasolabs!

- Walter S.
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I saw an ad on Facebook and I got the C-IMT Test for myself and my husband, it was such an easy process. And a great gift idea for family. It was really fun to look at the results and good to know I need to work on my health.

- Jessica F.

Frequently Asked Question

What is a C-IMT scan?

A C-IMT Scan is a non-invasive procedure that uses ultrasound technology to measure the thickness of your carotid arteries' walls. These arteries, located on each side of your neck, supply blood to your brain. Over time, plaque can build up in these arteries, causing them to thicken. This is often an early sign of atherosclerosis, a disease that can lead to serious conditions such as heart attacks and strokes.

Where do I go to get this scan?

For your quick, 15-minute appointment, simply head over to our facility located at 1414 South 600 West, Bountiful, UT 84010.

Who takes my test?

Dean Ence, an expert sonographer, will be handling your fast, no-pain test to figure out the 'age' of your arteries. This test checks how thick your artery walls are - thicker walls can mean inflammation. It's all simplified for you to understand easily. We also spot and show plaque, whether soft or hard, in your arteries. You get detailed pictures from the ultrasound for your records. Taking care of your health is our main goal!

How long does the C-IMT Scan and Report take?

The duration of the C-IMT scan can vary depending on various factors, like the complexity of the patient's condition. Typically, a Vasometric scan takes around 15 minutes to complete. The report is done and delivered within 24 hours to you.

Will my insurance cover this C-IMT Scan?

Most insurance providers don't cover the cost of this scan. However, most hospitals are around $800 a scan, but we are only charging $199!

Hospitals often inflate prices due to the complex nature of their billing systems and agreements with insurance companies.

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