Health Fair Scheduled For Oct 5

The Maryland Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association, in partnership with MedStar Health and Adventist HealthCare LifeWork Strategies, will host its annual Health Fair on Monday, October 5, from 9 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the Recreation Room at Laurel Park.

As in previous years, the event will offer flu shots, blood pressure screenings, and bloodwork services performed by on-site phlebotomists. Blood test results will be mailed directly to each participant and shared electronically with the Maryland Horsemen’s Health System for follow-up care.

MedStar physicians strongly encourage all backstretch workers—especially those who are regular patients in the Horsemen’s Health System—to take advantage of this opportunity for preventative care, rather than waiting until a medical issue arises. In addition to improving health outcomes, this collaborative effort with Adventist HealthCare also results in significant cost savings for the MTHA.

To meet demand, the MTHA has expanded the event last year to accommodate up to 100 blood draws. Services are available on a first-come, first-served basis, so early arrival is advised.

“We encourage all members of the backstretch community to use this important event to get their annual bloodwork done,” said Dr. Kelly Ryan of MedStar Health. “It’s a simple step that can make a big difference.”

To help streamline the process, Adventist LifeWork Strategies again has requested that the MTHA submit a list of individuals planning to have blood drawn. Providing this information in advance helps staff prepare paperwork and reduce wait times.

Sign-ups are available via Google Sheets. You can access it at http://mdhorsemen.com/healthfair

As a thank you, all participants who receive a blood draw will receive a lunch ticket for hamburgers and hot dogs in the Laurel Park track kitchen.

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