RISON - The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute will host a public health fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 30 at Pioneer Village, 200 Yaney Drive in Rison.Organized by the Cancer Institute's Community Outreach and Engagement Office and Cleveland County community partners, the free event will feature more than 40 local health and wellness organizations providing valuable resources, education and services all in one place.Attendees can take advantage of:Free flu shots Dental, blood pressure and blood sugar screeningsColorectal cancer screening kitsCancer prevention and awareness resourcesChair yoga demonstrations Cancer patient navigation Nutrition and fitness tips General health and wellness informationSmoothie samplesIn addition to health-focused activities, visitors can explore information on healthy aging, substance misuse prevention, homeownership and financial wellness."The Cleveland County Health Fair brings together trusted community partners to make preventive care and wellness resources more accessible to local residents," said Shalanda Caradine, MBA, executive director of Community Outreach and Engagement for the UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute. "We want to empower individuals and families to take steps toward healthier lives and cancer prevention." The event is made possible with support from the UAMS Donald W. Reynolds Institute on Aging's South Central Center on Aging; UAMS Research and Evaluation; Arkansas Department of Health Cleveland County Unit; Hospice Homecare; BLW Property Group; S.E.A.T.; Community Empowerment Council - Region 4 PFS; Rison Pharmacy; Daily Dose Pharmacy; PrimeCare Insurance Advisors, LLC; Arkansas Prostate Cancer Foundation; Cleveland County Farm Bureau; FBT Bank; Gateway Bank; CEC, Inc., Region 12; Monticello Branch Library; Mainli...
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