Admission to Fair Park is free from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday so that as many people as possible can take advantage of the free health services during the Cinco de Mayo celebration. The annual festival enables Dallas area residents, some of whom may not have access to regular medical care, the opportunity to receive preventive health care screenings in a single location. More than 40 health services are available in the pavilion, including screenings for HIV, cancer, diabetes, high blood pressure and cholesterol. Participants are encouraged to bring their family shot records in order to receive free immunizations. Dental screenings and oral cancer exams will be available.
Women can receive free mammograms and learn how to perform breast self-examinations.
Services for older adults will once again be offered. One of the more popular services is the foot-screening booth. At this site, the staff provides education for diabetes and performs routine hygiene checkups geared to foot care.