Washington County to Host Health Fair and Rabies Clinic

The Washington County Health Department has announced plans to host a health fair and two rabies clinics in early April. These events underscore the department’s commitment to community health, disease prevention, and public awareness.

Details of the Upcoming Health Fair

The health fair is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, April 9, from 4:30 to 7 p.m. It will offer a diverse array of wellness activities and services to attendees. Highlights include the presence of Ballad Health’s mobile mammography unit, providing essential screenings for breast cancer. There will also be fluoride varnish treatments, an effective measure in helping prevent tooth decay.

In addition to these services, other health screenings will be available, catering to a wide spectrum of health concerns. Specifics about these screenings will be provided closer to the date of the fair.

Kids Corner and Community Resources

Understanding the relevance of instilling health consciousness from an early age, organizers have also arranged for a Healthy Kids Corner. This dedicated area will have activities geared towards engaging children while imparting important health-related information.

The fair will also serve as a platform for local community resources like the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program and the Community Health Access and Navigation in Tennessee (CHANT) to reach out to attendees. Moreover, food trucks will be on-site, providing a variety of dining options for visitors.

Rabies Clinics to Run in Tandem

Alongside the health fair, Washington County will also host two rabies clinics, reaffirming its dedication to pet health and public safety. Rabies is a serious, viral disease that can affect all mammals, including humans. Regular vaccination is a key preventive measure and is particularly important for pets that may come into contact with wildlife carriers of the disease.

Conclusion

The Washington County Health Department’s planned health fair and rabies clinic represent a comprehensive attempt to attend to the wellbeing of both the human and pet populations in the county. The events will offer a valuable suite of services and resources to encourage and enable healthier lifestyles and preventive care. Attendees can look forward to a day of health, wellness, and community camaraderie.