Join us at Ringgold County Hospital for a Health Fair on Saturday, April 16 from 9:00-noon to celebrate our 65th Anniversary. Meander along Route 65 – the Highway to Health, enjoy free presentations, healthy snacks, a bounce house and train rides for the kids, and a meal from 11:00 a.m. – noon with proceeds going to the Employee Fund Committee.
Stations will include:
- Hearing Testing/Screenings – Audiological Services, Inc./Dr. Michael Webb
- Vision Screenings – Family Vision Center/Dr. Joel Weis
- Developmental Screenings 0-5 yrs – Parents as Teachers
- Car Seat Safety Checks – Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians (FREE car seat replacement for qualifying families while supplies last – funded by Child Welfare Decat Project)
- Rethink Your Drink – MATURA WIC/MCH
- Blood Typing – LifeServe Blood Center
- Hazardous Plants & Animals – County Conservation Board
- Reading Nutrition Labels – Hy-Vee Mt. Ayr
- K9 Demonstration – Ringgold County Sheriff’s Office
- Healthy Snacks – Iowa State University Extension Outreach
- Driving Kindness – HCI Care Services
- Seniors on the Move – Ringgold Co. Senior Activity Center
- Wellness Events in Ringgold County – Ringgold Co. Wellness Coalition
- Explore the Trolley – Southern Iowa Trolley
Ringgold County Hospital will also be offering mini education sessions:
- Blood Pressure Checks – Mount Ayr Medical Clinic
- Hand Washing Station – Infection Control & Prevention
- Seat Belt Safety – Emergency Care Department
- Senior Insurance – SHIIP Coordinator
- Vein & Artery Diseases – Surgery Department
Check back for additional information as it becomes available. Organizations interested in being involved in the health fair can return the following form prior to April 1: 2016 Health Fair Form
