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Nuvance Health hosts Mission Health Day: an event for those in need
Mission Health Day is a health and wellness community event for those in need.
Nuvance Health will host its annual Mission Health Day on Saturday, September 21, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Danbury War Memorial. Members of the community who are uninsured, underinsured or at risk of housing instability are welcome to attend the free event. The event is open to individuals aged 18 years and older.
Mission Health Day is an opportunity for those in need to access complimentary services, including health screenings and social supports.
Essential healthcare and resources will include:
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- General health assessments and screenings with time to consult a medical provider
- Basic point-of-care testing
- Diabetes screenings and educational resources
- Referrals to primary care providers
- Screening mammogram referrals
- Podiatry screenings
- Mental health and substance abuse screenings with referral options
- Insurance enrollment assistance
- Vaccinations
In addition to these health services, attendees will receive free personal care packages, winter clothing and haircuts.
Mission Health Day is made possible thanks to the generous contributions and dedicated community organizations, volunteers and donors. Nuvance Health extends heartfelt gratitude to everyone involved in bringing this vital event to life.
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CONTACTS
Andrea Rynn, Assistant Vice President, Community, Government and Public Relations
O: (203) 739-7919 | M: (203) 240-4072 | Andrea.Rynn@nuvancehealth.org
Amy Forni, Director of External Communications
O: (203) 739-7478 | M: (475) 279-4673 | Amy.Forni@nuvancehealth.org
About Nuvance Health
Nuvance Health is a system of award-winning nonprofit hospitals and outpatient healthcare services throughout the Hudson Valley and western Connecticut, including Danbury Hospital and its New Milford campus, Norwalk Hospital and Sharon Hospital in Connecticut; Northern Dutchess Hospital, Putnam Hospital and Vassar Brothers Medical Center in New York.
Nuvance Health offers the latest prevention, diagnostic, medical, surgical and rehabilitation services, including through the Cancer, Digestive Health, Heart & Vascular and Neuroscience Institutes; and primary and specialty care services through Nuvance Health Medical Practices. Nuvance Health also provides convenient healthcare through home care, urgent care and telehealth visits.
Visit nuvancehealth.org for more information. TTY: 1-800-421-1220
