Sylvan Grove Hospital Annual Fall Health Fair to be Held October 23

Sylvan Grove Hospital will host its Annual Fall Community Health Fair on Thursday, October 23 from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Butts County Community Center, located at 576 Ernest Biles Drive in Jackson.

Residents are encouraged to attend and take advantage of free health screenings such as cholesterol, glucose, blood pressure, body fat, balance, posture, lung function, prostate cancer (PSA blood test and digital rectal exam) and bone density. Health screenings are offered for adults ages 18 and older.

In addition, the Butts County Health Department will offer flu shots for $25 (cash/check) or Medicare can be filed, and many community resource organizations will have informational booths.

“We are able to offer even more screenings and hope to have strong community participation and support at this year’s health fair,” says Lisa Johnson, Director of Nursing at Sylvan Grove Hospital and one of the event organizers. “I encourage everyone to take advantage of this free event. It is a great opportunity to check up on your health and learn about the many resources available in our community.”

The health fair is presented by Sylvan Grove Hospital in partnership with the Butts County Health Department and Butts County Parks and Recreation.