Wednesday, May 12, 2010

Farmers' Market host wellness screening clinic

The Pittsburg Farmers Market will host a wellness screening clinic with the Pittsburg Via Christi Hospital this Saturday, May 15, 8 am to 11 am at 2nd and Broadway.  The hospital's Outreach Team will offer free wellness screenings including blood pressure, body mass index and derma-scan which helps detect sun-damaged skin.
 
The hospital's Wellness on Wheels van will also be on site to provide digital mammography screenings for a fee.  Appointments are encouraged and can be made by calling 620-232-0447.
 
The Pittsburg Farmers Market is a not-for-profit organization, whose mission is to provide a nutritious food source and to enrich the quality of life in the surrounding area.  For more information or to become a part of the market please call Chuckie Hessong at 620-249-3011.

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