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County Hosts Healthcare Resource Day in Wildwood

 

By Al Campbell

WILDWOOD — Cape May County’s Healthcare Resource Day had some pretty intense competition Saturday, May 9, It was one of the best weekends, weather wise, this month, Many who may have wanted to attend,opted to mow high grass or plant gardens.
Although it had to contend with sunshine, blue skies and temperatures in the 80s, many attended the free event at Wildwood Convention Center Saturday, May 9, hosted by the Cape May County Health Department..
Drawing inte4ested parties to the annual day were over 40 health-related vendors, as well as free screenings, including blood pressure, blood sugar, cholesterol, fracture risk, peripheral artery disease and oral cancer.
In addition, Dr. Lawrence Paolini, a Court House dermatologist, and Dr. John McNally, a dentist, gave presentations. Paolini’s was “New developments you need to know about skin care.” McNally’s was “Innovative steps you can take for healthy smiles.”
Freeholder Gerald Thornton, the county’s director of Health and Human Services, welcomed the attendees and addressed those gathered to hear Paolini, the first presenter of the day.

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