Forrest General Hospital and SEMRHI Host Community Health Fair

Forrest General Hospital and SEMRHI Host Community Health Fair

Pine Belt, Mississippi

– Forrest General Hospital and the Southeast Mississippi Rural Health Initiative (SEMRHI) recently collaborated to host a comprehensive community health fair. The event took place on the hospital grounds and attracted a large number of participants from the surrounding area. The fair featured a wide range of health screenings and educational resources, including: * Blood pressure checks * Cholesterol testing * Glucose monitoring * Flu shots * Health education materials * Information on chronic disease management * Nutritional counseling In addition to the health screenings, the fair also offered free flu shots, diabetes screenings, and HIV testing. Representatives from local health organizations and agencies were on hand to provide information and answer questions about their services. “We are committed to improving the health of our community,” said Denise Lockard, CEO of Forrest General Hospital. “This health fair is just one example of our efforts to provide access to important health services and education.” SEMRHI, a federally funded program, works to improve access to healthcare in rural areas. The organization provides funding for a variety of programs, including health screenings, preventive care, and chronic disease management. “We are grateful for the opportunity to partner with Forrest General Hospital to bring this community health fair to the Pine Belt,” said SEMRHI Director Dr. Jennifer Spann. “This event is a great way to reach out to our community and provide them with the tools they need to live healthier lives.” The community health fair was a resounding success, with hundreds of participants taking advantage of the free screenings and educational materials. The event is part of Forrest General Hospital and SEMRHI’s ongoing commitment to improving the health and well-being of the Pine Belt community.Forrest General Hospital, SEMRHI Holds a Community Health Fair

Forrest General Hospital, SEMRHI Holds a Community Health Fair

Forrest General Hospital, in collaboration with the Southeastern Mississippi Rural Health Initiative (SEMRHI), recently hosted a comprehensive community health fair at the hospital’s campus. The event, which was free and open to the public, brought together healthcare professionals and resources to provide a wide range of health screenings, education, and support services to the community. Attendees had access to a variety of health screenings, including blood pressure, glucose, cholesterol, and body mass index (BMI) checks. Participants could also receive flu shots, COVID-19 vaccinations, and vision and hearing screenings. Medical professionals were on hand to answer questions and provide guidance on health concerns. In addition to screenings, the health fair featured educational booths and workshops covering topics such as nutrition, mental health, and chronic disease prevention. Representatives from local organizations were also present to provide information and resources on various health-related topics. The event was a success, with hundreds of community members participating and benefiting from the services offered. The health fair demonstrated Forrest General Hospital’s commitment to improving the health and well-being of the Pine Belt community. Forrest General Hospital is the largest hospital in the Pine Belt region, providing a wide range of medical services to the community. SEMRHI is a federally funded program that aims to improve access to quality healthcare in rural areas of Mississippi. The partnership between these two organizations ensures that the community has access to comprehensive health services and resources.Forrest+General+Hospital+and+the+Southeast+Mississippi+Rural+Health+Initiative+(SEMRHI)+came+together+to+provide+free+health+screenings,+flu+shots,+and+COVID-19+vaccines+at+the+Community+Health+Fair+held+at+the+Forrest+General+Convenience+Care+location+on+October+22,+2023. In+addition+to+the+free+health+services,+there+were+also+information+booths+from+local+health+organizations+and+businesses. The+goal+of+the+Community+Health+Fair+was+to+provide+easy+access+to+essential+health+services+for+the+community.+The+event+was+a+success,+with+over+100+people+receiving+free+health+screenings+and+flu+shots. “We+are+committed+to+improving+the+health+of+our+community,+and+the+Community+Health+Fair+is+a+great+opportunity+for+us+to+reach+people+who+may+not+otherwise+have+the+ability+to+access+these+important+services,”+said+Forrest+General+CEO+Denise+Toribio.