By Michael Bernaschina, Staff writer
Susquehanna brought attention to the importance of personal care with a Health and Wellness Fair.
The fair, which took place on Thursday, April 12, went from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and was hosted in Mellon Lounge. Featured in the fair were multiple local businesses like the Evangelical Community Hospital and the Expectations Women’s Center.
“We’re letting people know we’re out there and that we provide awareness for allergies and asthma,” said Josh Zimmerman, Clinical Coordinator for the Allergy Partners of Lewisburg, an organization that treats allergic diseases.
Many of the tables present had something for students to interact with, and the Evangelical Community Hospital was no exception. At their table, students were able to use a scale to measure both their height and their percent body fat.
“It’s good for students, even though you’re young… to check certain numbers like your cholesterol and your blood sugar,” Sheila Packer said, director of the Community Health and Wellness Department at the hospital, which is located in Lewisburg.
In addition to medical centers and treatment facilities, businesses like Weis Markets were also present at the event. At their table, students were able to make their own custom bag of trail mix, and learn more about other healthy food options.
“Weis has a lot of Weis2-Go brands,” said Kathryn Long, a dietician at Weis. “You can come in, grab a readymade sandwich and go.”
“We have free dietician services, so if you want to speak with a dietician about something, we could meet with you at the local Selinsgrove store,” she added.
Other groups that were present included the Colombia Montour Snyder Union Service System, or CMSU, which focuses on treating mental health, as well as drug and alcohol-related problems.
Family Planning also had a table, they specialize in STD testing, reproductive exams, and family management.
Transitions of PA was also present, they care for victims of sexual assault and domestic violence.
“We have officer hours on campus, and people can make an appointment with me by calling counseling center and asking to make an appointment or by calling Transition’s hotline,” said Transitions of PA member Colleen Kocen.