Consul Patricia Garduno Morales, left,  and master of ceremonies Pedro Serrano appear at the South King County Latino Family Health & Safety Fair. - Rachel Ciampi/For the Reporter
Rachel Ciampi/For the Reporter
Consul Patricia Garduno Morales, left, and master of ceremonies Pedro Serrano appear at the South King County Latino Family Health & Safety Fair.

Grace holds successful Latino Family Health & Safety Fair


October 1, 2009 · Updated 11:00 AM 

  • 0
  • Print Story
  • Letter/Editor

The fifth annual South King County Latino Family Health & Safety Fair was held last Saturday at Grace Community Church.

Many community agencies came together to organize the free event, which featured free dental, vision, blood pressure and diabetes screenings for all who attend this event. Women aged 40-64 also received free Pap tests and mammograms by appointment.

Also featured were presentations about immigrant and worker rights, domestic violence, employment and nutrition among others. Attendees will also enjoyed food, music, folkloric dance, raffles and activities for children.

The South King County Latino Family Health and Safety Fair was a partnership between public and private health care providers, hospitals, local governments, businesses and Grace Community Church. A full list can be found at www.latinoferia.com

Comment on this story.

Lifestyle Blogroll

COMMENTING RULES: We encourage an open exchange of ideas in our online community, but we ask you to follow our guidelines for respecting community standards. In a nutshell, don't say anything you wouldn't want your mother to read.

So keep your comments:

  • Civil
  • Smart
  • On-topic
  • Free of profanity

We ask that all participants own their words by logging in with their Facebook account. It's a simple process that will take seconds and helps keep our comments free of trolls, cranks, and “drive-by” commenters. We reserve the right to remove comments from anyone using screen names, pseudonyms or false identities. Please see our FAQ if you have questions or concerns about using Facebook to comment.

blog comments powered by Disqus