On Saturday, February 11, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Community Health Committee of the Family Medicine Residency Program at Reading Hospital will host a Community Health Fair at Centro Hispano, 25 N 2nd Street in Reading. Spanish and English providers will be present at the event.
“Bringing health education and information directly to the community is an ongoing priority at Tower Health,” said Charles F. Barbera, MD, Reading Hospital president and CEO. “Centro Hispano is a vital community partner. I thank our Family Medicine Residents for organizing this important event, and for the work they do every day, for the health of our community.”
The event will include free health screenings and information including:
- Blood pressure
- Diabetes
- Weight and height
- Vision
- Behavioral Health
A limited number of free fluoride applications, flu vaccines, children’s books, and activities will also be available for attendees.
Dr. Barbera added, “Primary Care is so important to maintain your overall health and wellness, and to identify, treat, and manage any potential risks before they cause more serious issues.”
Other community groups providing care will include Drexel Ophthalmology Interest Group, Drexel Latin Medical Student Association (LMSA), PA Department of Health, and Tower Behavioral Health. Materials and supplies have been donated by Dr. Eve Kimball, the Reading Hospital Community Wellness Department, and the Reading Hospital Family Health Care Center.
Reading Hospital is committed to saving lives through the early detection of breast disease. Reading Hospital’s Mobile Mammography Coach will be on-site conducting screening mammograms. Appointments are required; individuals interested in scheduling an appointment can contact 484-628-8611. Preventive screenings are covered under most insurance plans. The Patient Financial Assistance Program will work to enroll women who are under- or uninsured and meet eligibility requirements. Contact Reading Hospital Financial Counselors at 484-628-7400 with questions.
Centro Hispano Daniel Torres Inc. president and CEO, Michael Toledo, added, “We are pleased to be hosting this event for the community, and working in partnership with Reading Hospital to make a positive impact on the health of our community.”
About Reading Hospital
Reading Hospital is the flagship, Magnet Recognized, acute care hospital of Tower Health. Located in West Reading, Pa., Reading Hospital is a 697-bed hospital that is home to many top-tier specialty care centers, including Reading HealthPlex, McGlinn Cancer Institute, Miller Regional Heart Center, Emergency Department, Level I Trauma Center and Beginnings Maternity Center, which houses the region's only Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). With more than 1,000 physicians, specialists, and advanced practice providers across 49 locations, Reading Hospital has been recognized for its quality outcomes and clinical expertise across services lines. It is listed as one of America's 100 Best Hospitals for four consecutive years (and moving up to America’s 50 Best Hospitals in 2022) and received a 5-Star Rating from CMS two years in a row.