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Congressman David Scott welcomed more than 1,500 constituents and 100 healthcare professionals and volunteers to the Fourth Annual 13th Congressional District Health Fair held Saturday, August 16, 2008 at Mundy’s Mill High School in Clayton County.

“Each year I’ve continued to host a health fair to provide accessible healthcare to those who cannot afford to go to the doctor,” said Congressman Scott. “I want them to know that even if they cannot afford to go to the doctor, they can come to Mundy’s Mill High School every year and get all the tests they need for free. This year we were able to continue to build on the success of our first three health fairs by providing much-needed preventive screenings and by empowering and raising awareness around breast cancer and AIDS, which are two of the leading causes of death in African-American women. We were also able to increase the number of on site screenings and provide on site assistance for programs like Medicare, Medicaid, PeachCare, prescription drug assistance and veterans benefits.”

Congressman Scott kicked off the health fair with a panel discussing breast cancer awareness featuring advice from Dr. Rogsbert Phillips, one of the nation’s foremost experts on breast cancer, as well as commentary from notable survivors of the disease, including WSB-TV news reporter and anchor JaQuitta Williams and Mrs. Alfredia Scott, wife of Congressman Scott. Panelist shared their personal stories about being diagnosed and their fight to survive breast cancer.

“Representing Georgians is more than just casting votes in Washington. I believe strongly that the most important part of being a Member of Congress is helping people,” Scott added. “Throughout my years in public service, from the Georgia legislature to the U.S. Congress, I have made it one of my main objectives to ensure and promote the health and well-being of my fellow Georgians. I will continue to work with my colleagues in Washington to ensure healthcare continues to be at the forefront of our discussions. We have much work to do, but I believe with dedicated efforts, we will achieve success.”

Leading hospitals, government agencies, and members of the health care industry were on hand to provide a wide variety of free health screenings, fitness demonstrations, preventative health care consultations and information about important health issues.

Attendees of the Health Fair participated in a blood drive and were able to enroll on site in a number of health assistance programs. Participants included Georgia Cancer Foundation, the American Heart Association, Southern Regional Health System, Grady Health System, West End Medical Center, AARP, AID Atlanta, American Red Cross, Sisters by Choice, Social Security Administration, Department of Veteran’s Affairs, Nanston Dental, Resurgens Orthopedics, Sickle Cell Foundation of Georgia, and many others! 

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