Del Mar College is hosting a free Community Health Fair and Car Show on Saturday, March 28, offering health screenings, classic cars and a fundraiser for local firefighters.<\/p>\n
The event runs from noon to 4 p.m. at the Health Sciences Complex on the college\u2019s Windward Campus. The Del Mar College Nurse Education Department is partnering with Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi\u2019s Department of Nursing Education, the Coastal Bend chapter of the American Nurses Nephrology Association and the Corpus Christi chapter of the Philippine Nurses Association to host the event.<\/p>\n
Medical professionals and students will provide free health screenings, including A1C, blood pressure and Body Mass Index checks. They will also host discussions on renal disease and Alzheimer\u2019s awareness.<\/p>\n
The Corpus Christi Firefighters Association will bring their signature pink fire truck for a “Fill the Boot” fundraising drive. The drive supports the Cancer Awareness and Relief Efforts initiative, which provides financial assistance to local firefighters receiving cancer treatment and funds cancer research.<\/p>\n
Attendees can also explore classic cars on display and learn about the college\u2019s Welding Applied Technology Program.<\/p>\n
The event is free and open to the public. It will take place outside Buildings one through three and in Parking Lot B at 4101 Old Brownsville Road.<\/p>\n
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