Remington College Partners with 9Health Fair to Host Southern Colorado Health Fair April 20th event will provide free or low-cost health screenings Colorado Springs, Colo. – April 6, 2009 – Colorado Springs residents can get access to more than 20 critical health screenings at the 9Health Fair, hosted by Remington College® on April 20th. From 8:00 am to noon, the public can take advantage of a variety of health screenings that are provided for free or at low-cost. Health screenings include: • Blood chemistry • Blood cell count • Prostatic Specific Antigen • Blood pressure and pulse • Vision • Hearing • Mental health • Osteoporosis • Lung function • Body fat • Finger stick glucose • Eye health • Talk with a health professional • Ask a pharmacist Participant requirements: • Must be 18 years of age or older • Do not eat at least 12 hours before having blood drawn • Diabetics should not fast • Drink plenty of water before having blood drawn • Continue taking prescribed medications This is the second year that the Remington College- Colorado Springs Campus has hosted a 9Health Fair. Remington College offers diploma programs in the growing medical field, including Medical Assisting and Pharmacy Technician. This is the 30th year of the 9Health Fair, Colorado’s largest non-profit, volunteer-driven health fair. It has earned the endorsements of the Colorado Medical Society, Colorado Nurses Association and the Colorado Hospital Association. Remington College-Colorado Springs Campus is located at 6050 Erin Park Dr. For more information, call (719)532-1234. Media contact: Frank Wolff Wellons Communications 407-339-0879 office 407-637-6000 cell Frank@wellonscommunications.com  |
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