FARMINGTON — Healthy Community Coalition plans a series of free Mobile Health Unit events, offering a variety of health screenings and education.
Screenings include blood pressure and cholesterol checks, as well as body composition analysis.
This month’s events are as follows: Wednesday, July 7, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Fotter’s Market, Stratton; Wednesday, July 14, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Rangeley IGA; Wednesday, July 21, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Edmunds Market, Phillips; Wednesday, July 21, 2-5 p.m., Walmart, Farmington; Friday, July 23, 9 a.m.-noon, Chesterville Town Office; Wednesday, July 29, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Dollar General, Livermore Falls; Wednesday, July 29, 2-5 p.m., Food City, Wilton; and Saturday, July 31, noon-4 p.m., Farmington SummerFest.
The Johnson & Johnson single-dose COVID-19 vaccine will be available on July 21 at the Phillips event and at the July 23 Chesterville screening.
Staff also will be available to offer assistance with mammography and annual physical exam scheduling, as well as assistance to help cover these costs. Information offered includes COVID-19, cancer prevention, substance use prevention, nutrition and physical activity resources, activities for youth, and tobacco recovery support.
Free fresh produce will be distributed when available, while supplies last.
All individuals attending will be required to wear a mask covering their nose and mouth.
To schedule an appointment or for more information, contact Janis Walker at 207-779-2750 or [email protected].
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