Senior Black American Free Health Fair

 

2nd Annual Senior Black American Free Health Fair Scheduled for Saturday, March 25, 2023 at the Pennington Biomedical Research Center Conference Building

Robert L. Newton, Jr., PhD, Associate Professor, Physical Activity & Ethnic Minority Health, will be hosting the 2nd annual Senior Black American Health Fair scheduled for Saturday, March 25, 2023 at the Pennington Biomedical Research Center Conference Building.

This free event will bring African American Seniors (age 60+) together with local health professionals, to engage in a valuable information exchange directly relating to issues of African Americans health, nutrition, and wellness.

The Senior Black American health Fair provides a forum for learning, health experiences, and open discussions relating to the health concerns and challenges facing African Americans. Last year, over 200 men and women attended the inaugural event!

The event and its activities are all 100% free for attendees. The event offerings include health screenings, 3-5 presentations on key health topics for African Americans, a fitness demonstration, a great group of health and wellness-related exhibitors.




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