HU TO HOST 4th ANNUAL CONFERENCE, HEALTH FAIR FOR MINORITIES

Hampton, VA - In an effort to increase healthcare awareness, Hampton University will host its 4th Annual Healthy Choices for Minorities conference and health fair as part of the Healthy Hamptonians 2010 initiative.

The event is free and open to the public. Free health screenings and assessments will be available for blood pressure, body composition, hearing, posture analysis and the sickle cell trait at the health fair which will be held on Nov. 6 from 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. in Holland Hall.

The keynote address, "It’s Time To Take Control," will be given by Debra Flores, vice president nurse executive for Sentara CarePlex Hospital on Wednesday, Nov. 5 at 7 p.m., also in the Memorial Church.

Conference attendees can obtain information about proper diet, fitness, tobacco use, disease and other healthcare concerns.

The Healthy Hamptonians 2010 initiative is in support of the national health agenda "Healthy People 2010—Wellness for Life." The goals at Hampton University include improving the quality of life through collaborative efforts that promote healthy behaviors and create a healthy environment. The initiative also stresses the importance of reducing health disparities through multidisciplinary efforts that empower individuals.

For additional information, please contact Marilyn Wells or David Hunter at (757) 727-5208.