It’s no secret that many men don’t enjoy going to the doctor. Studies have shown for years that when it comes to their health, men trail the opposite sex in nearly every category.
On Saturday, June 14, the day before Fathers’ Day, Eskenazi Health hopes to change this trend and help men receive the medical attention they need. The 16th annual Men’s Health Fair will be from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Eskenazi Health Center Blackburn, located at 2700 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. St. As an added bonus, free screenings will also be available for women.
“We know men often don’t receive regular health checks for a variety of reasons. What better Father’s Day gift can you give than encouraging your father, brother or son to come out and get the important care they need and also get the care you need, too,” said Dr. Delise Webber, a physician at Eskenazi Health Center Blackburn. “This Father’s Day weekend we encourage men, and women, too, to come out and get the important care they need to stay healthy.”
Health care professionals will be on hand to answer questions and provide screenings for men and women during the fair. Free health screenings will also be offered, including blood pressure, cholesterol, body mass index (BMI), diabetes, dental, and HIV and STD screenings. Prostate information will also be available.
Dr. Webber said even if a patient has visited a doctor recently, the event offers a chance to follow up on blood pressure, cholesterol and wellness information. She said if the readings raise a red flag, referrals and follow-up appointments can be arranged immediately.
Sponsors for this year’s Men’s Health Fair include Eskenazi Health, Marion County Public Health Department, Eskenazi Health Center, Financial Health Federal Credit Union and MDwise. Kenny’s Barbershop will once again be providing free haircuts.
Eskenazi Health Center Blackburn provides a medical home for families in the areas of internal and family medicine, pediatrics, adolescent care, family planning, dental care and social services. The center is one of 11 Eskenazi Health Center sites located throughout Indianapolis. For more information about the health fair, please call Milton Flowers at 317.931.4306.
This year, Eskenazi Health is teaming up with the community to host six health fairs throughout Indianapolis. The events will offer comprehensive health screenings and information on a variety of topics. Visit www.eskenazihealth.edu for fair dates, times and locations.
