Meriwether County Health Fair: Free Medical Screenings and Wellness Activities
A community-oriented health fair is set to take place in Meriwether County, delivering free and low-cost medical screenings to attendees. Scheduled for April 18 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Manchester-Meriwether County Recreation Department, the event is organized by Meriwether Family Connection, the Meriwether County Health Department, and District 4 Public Health. Last year's event saw participation from approximately 400 individuals, highlighting the community's interest in health initiatives.
The Meriwether County Health Department will conduct free HIV rapid testing, BMI assessments, health education sessions, and car seat installation verifications. Additionally, the Morehouse School of Medicine HEAL Clinic will provide screenings for blood pressure, cholesterol, and glucose. Vision checks will be available through the Greenville Lions Club, expanding the range of health assessments offered.
Warm Springs Medical Center will offer blood pressure checks alongside affordable laboratory services. These include complete blood count (CBC) tests for $5, thyroid (TSH) evaluations for $10, prostate screenings (PSA) for $8, urine tests for $3, and lipid panels for $15. Participants planning to undergo lipid panel testing are recommended to fast from midnight before the test. Payments will be accepted via cash or check.
The event will also feature the Manchester First Responder Touch-A-Truck event, where families can engage with local fire department personnel and other emergency responders. A vehicle extrication demonstration at 12:30 p.m. promises to be a key highlight for attendees.
In parallel, wellness activities such as mini-massages and aromatherapy will be offered by A House of the Living God Church and the R.O.O.T.S. Initiative. Students from LaGrange College and Mercer University will be present to conduct blood pressure checks, demonstrate healthy meal planning, and facilitate a teddy bear clinic tailored for children.
Meriwether Family Connection will distribute free books and informational guides, while District 4 Public Health will focus on nutrition, cancer prevention, opioid misuse prevention, and HIV prevention programs. Community partners, including the City of Manchester and various local social services organizations, will also participate in the event, further enhancing its community impact.
Meriwether County Family Connection takes pride in initiatives promoting early literacy and family stability, through programs such as Reading Cubs and Reading Rangers. District 4 Public Health, serving Meriwether County and nearby areas, offers comprehensive services ranging from immunizations to disease prevention. Stakeholders and industry professionals are invited to learn more via District 4 Public Health’s website or by directly engaging with health department representatives for current updates and offerings.