Events and Activities : Health & Wellness Fair Saturday

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The first Benton County Community Health and Wellness Fair will be held at Vinton’s Skate and Activity Center tomorrow (October 4th) from 10am to 2pm. Admission is FREE.

Virginia Gay Hospital Healthcare Foundation teamed up with Vinton Parks and Recreation Department (VPRD) and other area health and wellness organizations to host this inaugural health fair event.

Attendees will have the opportunity to talk with health experts, observe demonstrations on exercise and cooking; health screenings, healthy living tips and information booths. Additionally, free health screenings will be available and include: Blood pressure; Bone Density; Flu Shots (limited number of free vaccines available at 11 am and 1 pm; must be 18+ or older).

Since October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Virginia Gay Hospital will provide valued information and demonstrations about women’s health, including simulated breast disease pouches. These pouches will help women identify and feel the difference between normal breast tissue and abnormal. VGH will also provide information about bone densitometry, calcium-rich foods, how to avoid falls, and basic information on bone health.

Both fun and educational, the first Community Health and Wellness Fair is geared toward the family. Come early and register for the free giveaways and prize drawings. For parents, a free tot-lot for the kids will be available and staffed by VPRD staff so you can browse, ask questions and interact with community health experts while your kids play. A healthy lunch will also be available (11:30-1:30pm) at the concession stand for a fee.

A lunch concession will sell nutritious and delicious items, including: chef or tossed salad, chicken salad on croissant, veggies with ranch dressing, chicken with wild rice soup, and fresh fruit cups.

Join us for the Community Health and Wellness Fair this Saturday, October 4th (10am-2pm) at the Vinton Skate and Activity Center in Vinton and admission is free.

See the schedule of activities here: CLICK HERE.