University Of Southern Nevada

USN to Hold Summer Health Festival

The event will provide free orthodontic screenings and consultations for children, teens and adults by the USN College of Dental Medicine’s team of board certified faculty and licensed orthodontic residents. USN offers affordable, high-quality orthodontic services, including braces in a 12,000 square-foot classroom and clinic facility equipped with the latest in imaging technology.

USN pharmacy and nursing students, along with a variety of health-focused organizations will also provide free health screenings and information on common health issues, including arthritis, diabetes, immunization, cholesterol, heartburn and respiratory illnesses, and high blood pressure to educate the community on how to lead healthier lives.

“Our health festivals are a great way for our pharmacy and nursing students and orthodontic residents to provide valuable services to the community, providing practical experience for them and a great opportunity for the general public to check up on their health and learn how to prevent illness,” said USN’s Director of University Relations Barbara Wood. “This is also a wonderful way for our students and residents to showcase the quality education and training they’re receiving at USN.”

United Blood Services will be onsite accepting blood donations. According to the organization that supplies life-saving blood to Southern Nevada hospitals, the summer months are extremely difficult for blood collections due to scheduled vacations and the Valley’s hot weather. However, during the summer months the need for blood increases as the heavy traffic on our roads and highways raises the potential for accidents.

Southern Nevada area hospitals are currently using about 280 units of blood per day and not enough blood is collected to meet the demand, forcing United Blood Services to import blood. Last year 10,000 units of blood were imported to keep up with the demand.

Advance appointments for blood donation are encouraged. To schedule an appointment call 562-2166 or go online to www.bloodhero.com and type in sponsor code: UNSOUTHNV.

USN will also hold a free raffle with prizes awarded each hour during the event. Free food and drinks will be available and Mix 94.1 fm will distribute giveaways. Fresh & Easy Neighborhood Markets will offer complimentary bottled water to all in attendance.