The Vascular Surgery Clinic at UMBAL Burgas is organizing free examinations and tests for people at high risk of atherosclerosis. Atherosclerosis is a vascular disease that can lead to serious complications such as stroke and heart attack.

When: The examinations will take place between December 1 and 9, from 12 to 2 p.m., on weekdays.

For whom: The examinations are intended for people at high risk of atherosclerosis, including smokers, diabetics, people with overweight, high blood pressure, elevated bad cholesterol and triglycerides, with a family history, frequent alcohol consumption, and over 45 years of age.

Symptoms: Some worrying symptoms such as dizziness, tinnitus, impaired balance, numbness in the extremities, muscle weakness, pain in the limbs when walking, and cold extremities can be signs of atherosclerosis.

Where: The examinations will be held at the Vascular Surgery Clinic of UMBAL Burgas (next to the Infectious Diseases Department).

How to register: It is mandatory to book an appointment in advance by calling 0879357681 (active from 12 to 4 p.m. on weekdays). A referral from a general practitioner is not required.

Team: The examinations will be performed by the team of the Vascular Surgery Clinic: Prof. Dr. Valentin Vasilev, Dr. Ognyan Matkov, Dr. Ivaylo Hadzhiev, Dr. Radoslav Shishkov, Dr. Hristo Khlebarov, Dr. Maya Stoyanova, Dr. Georgi Mirazchiyski.

Why: The campaign aims to raise awareness of vascular diseases and to encourage early diagnosis and prevention. This is the third preventive campaign of the clinic.