Free Health Fair Brings Cancer and Chronic‑Disease Screenings to Bloomfield

The West Hartford‑Bloomfield Health District, together with Bloomfield Senior Services, is opening its doors to the public for a free Cancer and Chronic Disease Prevention Fair on Tuesday, July 21. The four‑hour event, running from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., will be held in the Bloomfield Community Center at 330 Park Avenue.

Anyone can walk in – no appointments needed for most services – and leave with a better sense of their health. On the schedule: mammography screenings courtesy of a Hartford HealthCare mobile van (appointments must be booked ahead of time), blood‑pressure checks, rapid HIV and hepatitis C tests, oral‑cancer screenings, and even a quick hand‑massage station for a little stress relief.

Beyond the screenings, a host of community partners will set up tables packed with pamphlets, giveaways and one‑on‑one advice. Expect information on lung and heart health, diabetes prevention, dementia, pancreatic cancer, mental‑health resources, HUSKY health options, and more. Organizations such as Oak Street Health, the Alzheimer's Association, NAMI Connecticut, the Arthritis Foundation and the Connecticut Dental Health Partnership will be on hand.

Residents who need a mammogram – whether they have insurance, a high‑deductible plan, or none at all – can call the district at 860‑561‑7901 to reserve a slot. The mobile unit will be on site, but space is limited, so the sooner the call, the better.

For any questions about the fair, or to learn about additional services the district offers, you can reach them at 860‑561‑7900 or drop by their office at 580 Cottage Grove Road, Suite 100, Bloomfield.

It’s a chance to get a quick health check‑up, pick up useful resources, and maybe even walk away with a free tote or stress‑ball. If you’re in the area, stop by – your health might thank you.