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WHAT: Congressman David Scott brings together area hospitals, government agencies, non-profit organizations, and leaders of the healthcare industry to host his annual health fair for residents of the 13th Congressional District.  This year’s event will focus on Diabetes prevention and will offer an array of FREE health screenings for the over 1,500 constituents from the 13th District who attend the event.

WHEN: Saturday, August 14 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM

WHERE: Mundy’s Mill High School (9652 Fayetteville Road, Jonesboro, GA 30238)
  http://schools.clayton.k12.ga.us/311/Home/tabid/1339/Default.aspx

 
ACTIVITIES AT THE HEALTH FAIR:

 Receive FREE health screenings for women’s and men’s health issues including: Diabetes, HIV/AIDS, vision, dental, blood pressure, cholesterol, bone density, chiropractic & many more!
 Speak with professionals about available health assistance programs like Medicare, Medicaid, PeachCare, prescription drug assistance, and other programs for the uninsured.
 Give life through donating blood with the American Red Cross.

HEALTHCARE PARTICIPANTS
 
 AID Atlanta
 American Heart Association  
 American Red Cross
 Department of Veteran’s Affairs
 Emory Healthcare
 Georgia Cancer Foundation
 Grady Health System
 Nanston Dental
 Resurgens Orthopedics
 Sickle Cell Foundation of Georgia
 Social Security Administration
 Southern Regional Health System
 West End Medical Center

For more information and a list of available screenings, visit www.house.gov/davidscott or contact Congressman David Scott’s offices at 770 432-5405 or 770 210-5073.

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