Baptist Attala, along with other providers and community organizations, hosted the Attala County Senior Health Fair on August 19 at the Attala County Coliseum in Kosciusko, Mississippi.
The event drew 140 seniors from the area. Attendees enjoyed complimentary breakfast from food merchants and the services of 40 vendors who participated in the health fair.
Baptist Attala offered free blood draws for glucose and cholesterol, while other vendors provided free services and supplies, such as COVID take-home kits, physical fitness assessments, blood pressure checks and more.
City of Kosciusko Alderman-at-Large Earl Price hosted bingo, filling in for Mayor Tim Kyle, and community member Mandy Hudgins provided musical entertainment.
Baptist Attala team members who contributed to making the event a success include Brittany Smith, Shelia Snow, Melissa Miller, Melinda Williams, Debbie Coleman, Allison Schuler, Lisa Jones, Hope Rodgers, Celita Adams, Mandi Yates, Bobbye Carpenter and Susan Parkerson.
