Covenant Health will host a free colonoscopy clinic in August and the screening deadline is next month.

The seventh annual Free Colonoscopy Clinic is set for Aug. 21 at the Covenant Endoscopy Center, 3610 21^st Street in Lubbock.

To take part in the colonoscopy clinic, potential patients must be at least 45 years old or have a family history of colon cancer; they must never have received a colonoscopy; and they must qualify for financial assistance.

The deadline to be screened for these qualifications is July 21. It’s noted that space is limited.

Those interested must call (806)725-0518 or (806)725-4442 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Colonoscopy exams are recommended for those 45 years old and older and for those who have a family history of colon cancer, according to a news release from Covenant Health.

Colon cancer can be prevented if detected early, according to the news release.