JANESVILLE - Blackhawk Technical College will host its 10th annual Health Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 20 at the central campus, 6004 S. County G.
"This free event is a wonderful way to provide area residents with access to life-saving information and screenings, in an effort to help them make better health decisions," said Colleen Koerth, employment specialist and member of the Health and Wellness Committee.
Attendees will be able to gather information and experience hands-on demonstrations done by area health vendors, including relaxation techniques and chair massages, blood pressure checks, samples of natural and organic foods, flexibility assessments, dental health information, BMI monitoring, Zumba demos, herbal medicines and a variety of sports and fitness programs.
Admission is free, but a collection will be set up at the event for a local food pantry. All participants that bring in at least one canned good will be entered into a special drawing for an entertainment package. In addition to the vendors and food collection, BTC officials will also award a number of door prizes and gift certificates throughout the day.
Area businesses and organizations that will present a booth and donate a door prize include A-Glo Spa and Salon, Agrace Hospice Care, AIDS Network, Alzheimer's Support Center of Rock County, Anytime Fitness, Basics Cooperative, Beloit Health System, BioLife Plasma Services, Chiropractic Care Center of Beloit, SC, Community Action, Consumer Credit Counseling, Dean Health System, Edgerton Hospital, First Choice Women's Health Center/Wisconsin Well Woman Program, Fit Pro Services/Advocare, Janesville Leisure Services, Janesville Mobilizing 4 Change, Jazzercise, Karate America, LG Wellness Consulting, Mary Kay Cosmetics, Mercy Health Systems, NAMI of Rock County, Nutrition and Health Associates, Rock County Cancer Coalition, Rock County Health Department, SARP, Second Harvest Food Bank, Tastefully Simple, True Laser Ltd., Upper Iowa University-Blackhawk Ctr., YMCA of Northern Rock County, Yoga Plus, YWCA of Rock County and a variety of BTC programs.
For more information, visit www.blackhawk.edu or email healthmds@blackhawk.edu.
"This free event is a wonderful way to provide area residents with access to life-saving information and screenings, in an effort to help them make better health decisions," said Colleen Koerth, employment specialist and member of the Health and Wellness Committee.
Attendees will be able to gather information and experience hands-on demonstrations done by area health vendors, including relaxation techniques and chair massages, blood pressure checks, samples of natural and organic foods, flexibility assessments, dental health information, BMI monitoring, Zumba demos, herbal medicines and a variety of sports and fitness programs.
Admission is free, but a collection will be set up at the event for a local food pantry. All participants that bring in at least one canned good will be entered into a special drawing for an entertainment package. In addition to the vendors and food collection, BTC officials will also award a number of door prizes and gift certificates throughout the day.
Area businesses and organizations that will present a booth and donate a door prize include A-Glo Spa and Salon, Agrace Hospice Care, AIDS Network, Alzheimer's Support Center of Rock County, Anytime Fitness, Basics Cooperative, Beloit Health System, BioLife Plasma Services, Chiropractic Care Center of Beloit, SC, Community Action, Consumer Credit Counseling, Dean Health System, Edgerton Hospital, First Choice Women's Health Center/Wisconsin Well Woman Program, Fit Pro Services/Advocare, Janesville Leisure Services, Janesville Mobilizing 4 Change, Jazzercise, Karate America, LG Wellness Consulting, Mary Kay Cosmetics, Mercy Health Systems, NAMI of Rock County, Nutrition and Health Associates, Rock County Cancer Coalition, Rock County Health Department, SARP, Second Harvest Food Bank, Tastefully Simple, True Laser Ltd., Upper Iowa University-Blackhawk Ctr., YMCA of Northern Rock County, Yoga Plus, YWCA of Rock County and a variety of BTC programs.
For more information, visit www.blackhawk.edu or email healthmds@blackhawk.edu.
