Scott to host health fair

U.S. Rep. David Scott will host his 11th Annual Health Fair Saturday, August 15, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at Mundy’s Mill High School. The event will feature free health screenings and information provided by many of the region’s leading healthcare providers and organizations.

Free health screenings include clinical breast cancer exams, prostate cancer (PSA), HIV/ AIDS, diabetes (glucose), blood pressure, asthma, cholesterol, mental health, memory (dementia), sickle cell, vision, dental, and more.

The Atlanta VA Medical Center and Atlanta VA Regional Office will be on site to provide counseling for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), mental health services, and health eligibility representatives.

Rep. Scott’s Health Fair is also partnering with HomeSafe Georgia to deliver mortgage assistance to homeowners facing unemployment or underemployment. HomeSafe counselors will be available on site to provide direct counseling.

For more information, including a complete list of healthcare providers, visit www.davidscott.house.gov or call 770-210-5073.