On May 11, CSU Bakersfield hosted its first annual Choosing Positive Health Choices! Health Fair on the red brick road in front of Dorothy Donahoe Hall. The health fair was open to all CSUB students, faculty and community. Many students stopped by on their way to and from class, checking out the booths sponsored by a variety of programs at CSUB. The purpose of the fair was to promote health and wellness throughout the campus community. Some of the various vendor booths that were presented at the health fair included: Women’s Health Nursing, Mental Health Nursing, Nurse Family Partnership, Bike Bakersfield and many others. Jessica Norwood, a 22-year-old PEAK major, was working a booth at the fair. The booth promoted awareness of the sugars and fats that many popular drinks and snacks contain. “We’re here showing popular drinks that kids like to drink and all the sugars that are in them,” said Norwood as she explained the reason behind the various beverages on the table in front of her. “This is a MyPlate,” Norwood said, holding up a display. “It helps people proportionate what they eat. There’s a website for it so people can see what they need to eat daily to remain healthy.” At the booth next to Norwood, Maja Perez, the communications coordinator for Bike Bakersfield, informed attendees about Bike Bakersfield and all of its upcoming events. “Bike Bakersfield is a non-profit bike advocacy group,” said Perez. “We offer programs, advice, and resources to get more people out and riding bikes. Bakersfield has the perfect bike riding weather.” Perez was handing out flyers with safety tips and information about commuting by riding a bike. “This month is ride a bike to work month,” explained Perez. Through Bike Bakersfield, Perez also teaches a women’s maintenance course instructing women on things like fixing a flat tire. Zumba, Jamba Juice and food were offered during this first health fair.
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Health Fair promotes positive lifestyle choices
May 19, 2015
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