Nova Southeastern University to Host Free Health Fair for Children

The Honorable Debbie Wasserman Schultz to participate in Sept. 12 event combining health care with education, food and fun!

Ft. Lauderdale-Davie, FL. – Children across the region will get access to free health care on Sept. 12 during Nova Southeastern University’s annual health fair for kids.

Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz to participate in 2010 A Day for Children Health Fair.

Known as “A Day for Children,” the 8^th annual health fair will feature free health care and education for children ages birth to 15 years. They will receive screenings for vision, medical, speech, behavior and dental, as well as physical and occupational therapy, all of which are provided by NSU’s Health Care Centers. Social services and other resources will be available through collaborations with NSU’s vast network of community partnerships to meet the behavioral needs of Broward County’s children.

“The health fair is a fun-filled day which focuses on free health care for children ages birth to 15 years. It includes screenings for vision, medical, speech, behavior and dental health as well as physical and occupational therapy,” said Ronnie Oller, event chairperson. “This year, we are honored to have a special guest, the Honorable Debbie Wasserman Schultz. She has always been a strong advocate for children and she has dedicated her public life to working on behalf of the people of Southern Florida.” Several of the Congresswoman’s accomplishments include the passage of the PROTECT Our Children Act, which creates the largest law enforcement effort ever formed for the protection of children (H.R. 3845), and, the passage the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act (H.R. 1721) to combat childhood drowning.

In addition to the health screenings, there will be a variety of activities for children, including a bounce house, face painting, storybook characters, supervised sports activities, arts and crafts, games and food. This year will also feature free hair cuts for children, provided by Jig Saw; Rio Latin Impact by Liz & Kids, featuring a dance and fitness activity for kids; and a Teddy Bear Clinic sponsored by the Chris Everett Children’s Hospital and the Teddy Bear Society and.

The Davie Police and Fire Departments will provide free fingerprinting, ID cards and free safety and installation demonstrations of child car seats. Representatives from the Alvin Sherman Library will provide library cards for Broward County residents; the League of Hearing will be there with amplified phones; and the Epilepsy Foundation will provide free bicycle helmets as part of the daylong activities.

This year’s event is sponsored by the NSU Health Care Centers, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida, Chris Everett Children’s Hospital, Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, Walgreens, KISS FM, Costco Wholesale, WPBT-Kid Vision, Broward Family Life, Hispanic Unity, and the Boys and Girls Clubs, WFTL 850 and more!

A Day for Children will be held on Sunday, Sept. 12 between 11:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., on the grounds in front of the Alvin Sherman Library on NSU’s main campus in Davie. The fair is free and open to the public.

No registration is necessary. For more information call 954-NSU-CARE (954-678-2273) or (954) 288-2268.

Media Contact:
Felecia Henderson, Office of Public Affairs
954-262-5315 (Office), fhenders@nova.edu