HUNTSVILLE, Ala. ( WHNT ) — The city of Huntsville teamed up with area non-profits for the annual North Alabama Health and Wellness Fair, an annual effort providing a space full of resources to promote a healthier city.
Calhoun Community College’s Huntsville campus was the sight of this year’s event that saw dozens show up Saturday to take advantage of a free event with lots to offer.
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From blood pressure checks and health screenings, organizers like Kenny Anderson, the city of Huntsville’s Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Director, said it’s provided an impact on the community over its 20-year existence.
“Many years ago, we had a man come to the health and wellness fair and he just wanted to see what was going on,” Anderson said. “He sat down, had his blood pressure checked. His blood pressure was elevated, and as a consequence of that, he had a referral to go see a doctor at that time because of that. That might’ve saved his life.”…