The Loma Linda University Health annual family health fair was a day to remember. During the event, held October 27, the community experienced LLUH’s mission and commitment to wholeness. Attendees learned more about their health status and living more healthfully through screenings, informational booths, and demonstrations.
For the second year the event included a 5K run/walk. Before the start of the race, Melinda Muganzo pumped up the crowd and led the 1,700-plus runners in a stretching exercise, and cheerleaders welcomed runners at the finish line.
One participant completed the event with his son, who is a long distance runner. “It was a good run,” he says. “It was challenging for someone like me who doesn’t run very much; my son and I both had a great time.”
The family health fair, held at Drayson Center, proved popular for both adults and kids. More than 2,500 people attended the fair, with kids squealing with delight at the reptile petting zoo, playing games, and lining up at the face-painting booth.
Learning about ones’ health and how to “Live It” was the theme of the day. Health testing included flu shots and blood screenings. Attendees enjoyed delicious vegetarian food, and new this year, Chef Cory Gheen presented live cooking demonstrations, which proved to be a huge hit.
It’s not too soon to mark your calendar to attend the next Family Health Fair, which will be held on Sunday, October 26, 2014.