Hundreds of prisoners formed long lines on San Quentin’s Lower Yard at the prison’s 15th Annual Health Fair on Aug. 24. Stations were set up throughout the prison where volunteers offered medical services and wellness information, ranging from blood pressure checks and chiropractic services to mental health seminars, diabetes tests and nutritional information. In total, 156 volunteers served more than 2,000 prisoners throughout the day. “It’s important for everyone to have the education to take care of themselves,” said Madeline … [Read more...] about San Quentin holds 15th Annual Health Fair
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14th annual Health Fair held under smoky skies
Smoke from the North Bay wildfires loomed over San Quentin, but it failed to derail the 14th Annual TRUST Health Fair. Despite the poor air quality, hundreds of inmates and volunteers braved the elements to give and receive medical services. “It was a debate in our executive office, if we should have the fair or not,” said Steve Emrick, San Quentin Community Partnership Manager. “But we made the decision to push forward; we have seen the changes this event has had on our own health services. Sometimes they capture something in someone who may … [Read more...] about 14th annual Health Fair held under smoky skies
TRUST Holds Its 11th Annual Health Fair Event
San Quentin’s annual Health Fair has entered its second decade with the completion of the 11th event, held in August. The popular event is sponsored by TRUST (Teaching Responsibility Utilizing Sociological Training) “It’s one of the most anticipated events in the prison for the entire population,” said Kelly Mitchell, Chief Deputy Warden. The Health Fair is in a perpetual state of development and planning to make each year better than the previous year. “It’s always exciting to come here,” said Dr. Arnold Perkins. “I think it’s … [Read more...] about TRUST Holds Its 11th Annual Health Fair Event
10th Annual TRUST Health Fair Screens Over 1,000
Dozens of Bay Area physicians, nurses and healthcare providers made their way to San Quentin’s Lower Yard on August 16 to test, screen and offer medical checkups to more than 1,000 inmates at the 10th Annual TRUST Health Fair. An assortment of public and private health organizations coordinated with Chief Medical Officer of San Quentin Elena Tootell to provide the services. Centerforce, Bay Area Black Nurses Association and Alameda County Public Health Department, Office of Urban Male Health Initiative, contributed to the Health … [Read more...] about 10th Annual TRUST Health Fair Screens Over 1,000