The next Health Fair will be held on Wednesday, November 8th at Mall St. Vincent from 7am to 1 pm . Sponsors of the Health Fair include Harrah's Casino, Christus Schumpert Health System, Doctor's Hospital, Integrated Health Systems, Irving Place Rehabilitation Center, South Park Guest Care and Willis Knighton Health System. The number of cardiac emergencies Americans suffer each year underlines the importance of CPR training. The Red Cross has provided training in first aid continuously since 1909. Responding to Emergencies, and Emergency Response.
All programs emphasize the importance of prevention as well as education.
The American Red Cross has been a leader in aquatic education since 1914. These programs focus on ways to be safe in and around water, giving helpful, easy to remember hints for the kids to use. The Red Cross also offers a Community Water Safety Training for the public at large. This class teaches safety and rescue tips for places ranging from home to community pools to lakes and rivers. It also includes special tips for boat safety.