The fair will be held at the Ocean County Health Department in Toms River.
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TOMS RIVER, NJ — The Ocean County Health Department invites seniors in the county to the 2024 Senior Health Fair on Monday, April 8th.
This special health and wellness event will include free disease testing, Narcan distribution, vaccine clinic services, diabetes education, and more.
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The fair will be held at the Health Department, 175 Sunset Avenue in Toms River, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
“The Senior Health Fair is a great health event for Ocean County’s seniors,” said Gary Quinn, deputy director of the Ocean County Commission and liaison to the Ocean County Board of Health. “We would like to encourage all seniors to bring a friend and participate in this one-stop-shop opportunity, where individuals can receive a variety of important health tests and services in one place. Most services are provided free of charge.”
“This fair is one in a series of health and wellness events we offer as we continue to meet the critical needs of Ocean County’s growing and diverse population,” said Daniel E. Regenier, director of the county’s Department of Public Health. It’s just a matter of time.” coordinator. “There are over 200,000 seniors in Ocean County, and it is imperative that we provide these types of free health care services and resources that they may not otherwise have access to or perhaps are not prioritized.” .”
Seniors and seniors are encouraged to take advantage of the free testing and additional services offered by the Ocean County Health Department.
- Chronic disease screening
- diabetes education
- Hepatitis (HCV) test
- General health education and nutrition
- Narcan distribution
- Community introduction
- Influenza, pneumonia, COVID-19, TDAP, and shingles vaccinations (*Insurance information collected for vaccination claims)
Special features at the 2024 Senior Health Fair include the display of several adoptable cats and dogs from the Ocean County Animal Facility. Those considering a companion pet will have the opportunity to visit and view photos of adorable and affectionate animals in need of permanent, loving homes.
“Pets can be very beneficial for seniors who can care for a dog or cat,” Regenier says. “Not only do they provide companionship and unconditional love, they also provide health benefits such as lower blood pressure, reduced stress and anxiety, improved cognitive function, and increased fitness.”
