The health fair is co-sponsored by H.O.P.E. (Helping Other People Excel), Head Start and Omega Psi Phi, Inc. in collaboration with the Auxiliary to the Charles Drew Medical Society, Wilmington Community Clinic and Charles R. Drew Medical Society.  

“All services available at the health fair are free and there is no excuse to put off important screenings,” said Dr. Susan Kelly, President and CEO of Charles Drew University.  “The tests and information offered are crucial to early detection of life threatening diseases.”

Rev. Melvin Ashley, Founder of H.O.P.E. is passionate in his pursuit to bring affordable medical services and information to South Los Angeles. “Our goal is to address the health needs of the entire family from the youngest to the oldest. We believe that creating healthy families is the first step to building a better community,” he said.  “This health fair will not only help identify health needs, but also provide information for families in this community to follow-up on medical care.”

Also available are free screenings for STD/HIV/AIDS, blood pressure, along with information on dental care, exercise, and nutrition. Safety and violence prevention tips will also be available, with discusions about the impact of stress on individual health.
The Health Fair takes place in the Hahn Plaza in Willowbrook, South Los Angeles off Wilmington Avenue between 118th and 120th street.  Everyone is invited to attend.

“We are committed to reversing the negative trend in health care disparities and curbing the alarming rate of the spread of diseases such as STD’s, Diabetes and HIV/AIDS,” said EJ Omakwu, Charles Drew University’s Projects Officer.

“Get your health care facts, feel the freedom of knowing the truth about your health, and have fun with the family, oh, and one last little point, it’s free!” said Lance Washington from local station KJLH Radio Free 102.3.