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May 9, 2007
Knox County Health Department's Hardy Clinic Offers Public Health Screenings During National Women's Health Week, May 13-19
National Women's Health Week (May 13-19, 2007) is observed every year to focus attention on educating women about making healthy lifestyle choices and the importance of taking appropriate health-related actions based on individual background and risk factors. This year's theme is "It's Your Time! Pamper Your Mind, Body and Spirit." As part of this year's activities, Knox County Health Department is hosting a day of educational activities and health screenings for the public on Wednesday, May 16, 2007, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at its new Hardy Clinic, located at 2202 Martin Luther King Avenue. Refreshments, educational displays and facility tours also will be provided.
Important health screenings that be available include mammography, bone density, grip strength, blood pressure and heart rhythm readings. Workshops will be given throughout the day on topics such as heart health, nutrition and exercise, tobacco use, breast cancer, depression and preconceptual health.
The Hardy Clinic is Knox County Health Department's newest community clinic, and is named for Dr. Walter S. E. Hardy who opened his medical practice in the building in 1960. Dr. Hardy's legacy of encouraging others to serve their community lives on in the building's new function as part of the Knox County Health Department.
The Knox County Health Department is committed to promoting public health practices that safeguard and improve quality of life for all residents. The Health Department offers an array of services ranging from medical and dental care, disease control, emergency preparedness, air quality management, environmental services, food preparation oversight in public places, special programs for women with children and much more. For more information on the Knox County Health Department, visit their Web site at www.knoxcounty.org/health/index.php.
