Alzheimer's Walk, market and Health Fair join forces
Appeal-Democrat (Marysville, CA)Sep 02, 2014
In addition, the
The two health events joined forces when local Alzheimer's Assocation chairwoman
"What a great way to partner, spread the word and combine community resources," Stephens said.
About 300 walkers took part in the
This year's goal is about 600 walkers raising
The 3-mile Alzheimer's Walk starts at
Participants will walk west on
Stephens became involved with the
She became involved with the association and in bringing the fundraising walk to the community.
"It makes you feel less helpless when you are more active," she said. Her mother-in-law was diagnosed with Alzheimer's years earlier.
While the walkers are traveling through downtown
The health fair, in its fourth year, is from
Services, all free, include blood pressure and glucose checks and free flu shots for people 18 years and over, based on availability.
"Every year (the health fair) has been better and better," said fair co-chair
More than 1,000 people visited the health fair last year, she said, with more than 2,000 expected this year because of the link with the Alzheimer's Walk.
Know & Go
Walk to End Alzheimer's
WHEN:
WHERE: Starting at
CALL: 682-5352.
Sidewalk Community Health Fair
WHEN:
WHERE:
COST: Free.
Free flu shots at fair
Free flu shots offered at Health Fair
The annual Community Health Fair on Saturday is offering free flu shots for ages 18 years and over while supplies last.
Almost everybody should get a flu shot, said
"It's a great way to prevent the spread of the virus," she said. The flu season is from October to the end of March, she said.
People receiving flu shots should wear short-sleeve loose tops.
Children 18 years and younger should visit their pediatrician for a flu shot.
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