Upcoming Events

YMCA South FL and UM to Host Complimentary Health Fair in Fort Lauderdale (Aug. 27)

Date:
August 27, 2022
Time:
8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Location:
L.A. Lee YMCA/Mizell Community Center - 1409 NW 6th Street Fort Lauderdale 33311

LINKS:

facebook.com/umdocs.flhf (Event info)
https://is.gd/lauderdale2022 (Pre-registration link)

 DESCRIPTION:  

YMCA of South Florida and the University of Miami Wolfson Department of Community Service will host a FREE health fair for all to attend on Saturday, August 27th from 8 to 3 p.m. at the L.A. Lee YMCA/Mizell Community Center, 1409 NW 6th St., in Fort Lauderdale.

 Services include: breast exams; blood pressure measurement; child health education; pap smears; emergency preparedness; physical therapy; testing for blood sugar/diabetes, cholesterol and vision and glaucoma; and screenings for skin care, mental health, HIV/hepatitis, colon cancer, dental, dementia and men’s health. 

Anyone testing for blood sugar, diabetes and cholesterol should not eat or drink anything except medications and water for 8 hours prior. Those who want a pap smear should arrive before noon. Individuals who have recently had COVID19 symptoms should not attend. The public is invited regardless of any legal or insurance status.

 Pre-registration is encouraged online at https://is.gd/lauderdale2022. For assistance with appointment scheduling, call (786) 353-7361 or email [email protected]. Registration closes at 2 p.m. 

Anyone needing special assistance is encouraged to make arrangements prior to the fair by pre-registering their needs at (305) 243-4898 or [email protected]