Blood work

Two colleagues and I bravely ventured into the local hospital today for a free 'Healthy Heart Awareness' assessment, promoted by the Agency who apparently would prefer us not to suffer inconvenient coronary thromboses on their premises.

I just wonder why, when drawing blood, the cruel pin has to be stabbed into the nerve-filled tip of your finger. Surely there are meatier, less sensitive places on your person to choose from. Nonetheless, I am happy to report that my begrudgingly-given claret reveals a less than 1% chance of dying due to cardiac disease in the next 10 years.

The MAM elected not to take advantage of this free offer, which may be for the best. His advanced cirrhosis, heavy smoking and pie consumption would probably result in a 'Deceased' outcome in the blood test, causing distress for the hospital staff.