Sen. Brewster and Forbes Hospital to Sponsor Free Senior Wellness Expo

McKeesport, Oct. 9, 2012 — State Sen. Jim Brewster and the Forbes Regional Hospital will host a free Senior Wellness and Safety Expo on Friday, October 12 from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the McKeesport Palisades (100 Fifth Avenue, McKeesport, PA 15132).

“This free event will feature screenings, services, information, refreshments and door prizes,” Brewster said. “I encourage seniors to stop by and get some good information and screenings.”

Brewster added that free flu shots will be provided to Medicare part B subscribers and $25 for others. Seniors should bring their insurance card.

Some of the many services and screenings include: hearing screenings and blood pressure, pulse oximetry, pulmonary function, bone density screening, visual acuity and balance screening.

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