The Kane County Health Department, in partnership with the Aurora African American Health Coalition and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois, is sponsoring the 15th annual Health Fair: Healthy Mind, Body and Soul on Saturday, June 11 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Prisco Community Center, 150 W. Illinois Ave., Aurora.
According to a news release from the health department, the free event is open to the public and includes immunizations/vaccines, speakers, vendors, activities for children, giveaways, fitness demos, healthy snacks, as well as a farmers market.
In addition, the event will feature no-cost health screenings. Pre-registration and an 8-hour fast are required. See the website for registration details.
The screening package includes:
Panel C– Testing that consists of a 37- component blood chemistry profile. In addition to identifying signs of heart disease and diabetes, Panel C tests for liver and kidney malfunction, and thyroid, blood, and nutrition disorders.
Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA)– Screens for signs of prostate cancer in men.
Body Mass Index – BMI will be calculated if height and weight are self- reported.
Also at the event, the Kane County Sheriff’s Office of Emergency Management will be offering classes in emergency and disaster preparedness and first aid geared towards children grades 1 – 5.
For more information, visit AuroraAAHealthcoalition.org/annual-health-fair.
Source: The Daily Chronicle
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