LYNNWOOD – Edmonds College is hosting a free healthcare fair open to the public at Hazel Miller Hall on Thursday, Oct. 3, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
With a theme of “Journey Into Better Health,” participants can receive wellness checks from Edmonds College nursing students under faculty supervision, COVID-19 and flu vaccinations administered by the Seattle Visiting Nurse Association, enroll in health insurance, and meet with campus and local healthcare providers during the fair. Local primary, reproductive, dental, and mental health providers who accept Apple Health will be at the event to provide information about their services.
“The purpose of the healthcare fair is to use the expertise of Edmonds faculty and staff, community partners, and the service learning of students to close equity gaps in healthcare access and outcomes,” said event co-chair and Edmonds faculty Lisa Schubert.
Here are some other highlights of the event:
- Drawings for backpacks and travel packs will be held every 30 minutes.
- Reserve your spot now for free flu shots and COVID-19 vaccinations.
- Free parking during the fair is available in Lots A, B, and C.
- Contact lisa.schubert@edmonds.edu for more information.
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Edmonds College is a public college accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities and governed by the Washington State Board of Community and Technical Colleges. Edmonds mission is: Teaching I Learning I Community.
The college serves approximately 15,000 students annually, including approximately 900 international students from about 60 countries. The college currently offers five bachelor of applied science (BAS) degrees, one bachelor of science (BS) degree, 66 associate degrees, and 111 professional certificates in 30 programs of study. Edmonds College offers robust athletics programs for men and women, including baseball, softball, basketball, volleyball, soccer, and cross-country.
The college operates two on-campus residence halls housing approximately 400 students. In addition, the college has a wide range of comprehensive offerings: College credit in high school, basic education skills to receive a high school diploma/GED or to prepare for college, short-term non-credit training, continuing education, online degrees, and certificates, offered day, night, and weekend.
Support services include childcare, a campus food pantry, 211 navigator, and mental health resources. The school operates on a quarter system. The average age of students is 30.
Source: Edmonds College
Author: Lynnwood Times Staff
