Health Briefs: FVSRA Special Olympics MedFest

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Updated: March 6, 2012 11:32AM

Aurora

FVSRA Special Olympics MedFest: The Fox Valley Special Recreation Association will host its first Special Olympics MedFest from 2 to 6 p.m. Jan. 16 in the association’s multi-purpose rooms at 2121 W. Indian Trail. MedFest provides athletes with developmental disabilities the physical exam required for participation in Special Olympics sports free of charge. Teamed with physicians from Dreyer Medical Clinic, the FVSRA MedFest strives to increase sports opportunities for those interested Special Olympics athletes in the Fox Valley area and surrounding communities. Schedule a screening by calling 630-907-1114. Walk-ins are welcome and will be assisted on a first-come, first-served basis. www.fvsra.org.

North Aurora

Eat Like a Pig, Look like a Twig workshop: Learn to eat healthy from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Jan. 26 at the Chiro One Wellness Centers, 110 Hansen Blvd., North Aurora, or 6:45 to 7:45 p.m. Jan. 26 at 942 N. Bridge St. Yorkville. 630-553-8380. www.ChiroOne.net.

Yorkville

Family and caregiver support group: The National Alliance on Mental Illness DeKalb, Kane South and Kendall Counties is offering this free support group on the second Tuesday of each month from 7 to 8:30 p.m. starting Jan. 10 at the Yorkville Congregational Church, 409 Center Parkway. Family members or caregivers of someone suffering from mental illness are welcome to attend. Call and leave a message for Denise at the NAMI office, at 630-896-6264.

St. Charles

Blood pressure screening: A free blood pressure screening is available from 8:30 to 10 a.m. every fourth Tuesday of the month. The next one is Jan. 29 at the Salvation Army. Call 630-377-2769, ext. 210.