The Feria de Salud (Health Fair) has been set for Sunday, Oct. 24, beginning at 2 p.m. at Grayson County Recreational Park and lasting until 6 p.m.
This annual festival is hosted by Southwest Virginia Community Health Systems in partnership with Galax Health Departments and is geared toward the Hispanic and Latino population within the area to receive needed health services.
There will be medical and dental professionals on site. Spanish interpreters will be available at the event to assist with any needs of anyone with limited English.
The family-friendly event will be held outside with social distancing guidelines in place for patients to receive services, which include blood work, flu vaccines, health information, eye exams, and medical check-ups. Patients are required to wear masks the whole time during the event.
Snacks and drinks are being sponsored by Anthem Healthkeepers Plus.
For more information, contact Migrant Health Coordinator, Sarah Agron, at 276-496-4492.
