BAPS Charities held its annual Health Fair on Sunday October 18, 2015 in Toronto, Ontario. Over 80 professionals, physicians and medical professionals volunteered to offer personal consultations to 430 participants. The Health Fair offered the following screening and lab tests. In addition to physical tests, patients gained insights on healthy living and awareness.
Number of patients seen by specialty: Internal Medicine/Family practice (210); Infection Prevention & Control (200); Cardiology (250); Ophthalmology/Optometry (230); Podiatry (210); Dentistry (170); Physical Therapy (Physiotherapy) (210), Health Awareness (300); Homeopathy (200); Yoga & Pranayam (160); Chiropractic Education (140); Water(Drinking) Safety (60); Alzhemer’s Health(120); Prostate Cancer (100); Stop Diabetes (80).
Number of Screening and Diagnostic Tests: Blood pressure (320); Obesity (150); Diabetic/glucose screening (280); Dental exam(170); Eye exam (210); Bone density screening/DEXA (300), Audiometry- Hearing Screening (130)
Opinions:
We are thrilled to be able to participate with you in this health fair, focusing on health and wellness. BAPS Charities is a great embodiment of what we need more of throughout Canada. You are at the heart of making our communities healthier and a promoting a healthier lifestyle. We are thankful to the great volunteers of BAPS Charities.
– Dr. Matt Anderson, President & CEO, William Osler Health System
Many congratulations to everyone who is volunteering here today. BAPS Charities is a touchstone in our community. Your contribution to the community is enormous. This health fair is such a gift to everyone who comes.
– Dr. Kirsty Duncan, Member of Parliament for Etobicoke North
BAPS Charities always gives back to our community not just here but worldwide. BAPS Charities know the meaning of charity and defines the meaning of charity.
– Councillor Vincent Crisanti, Etobicoke North