DOTHAN, Ala. (WDNews) — The Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine (ACOM), in partnership with The Daniel Foundation of Alabama, will host a free community wellness event next month aimed at helping individuals and families build healthier lifestyles through education, preventive care and local resources.
The ACOM Wiregrass Wellness Hub: Lifestyle Medicine in Action will take place on Saturday, Aug. 1, from 9 a.m. to noon at the ACOM Pavilion, located at 445 Health Sciences Blvd. in Dothan.
The event is open to the public and is designed to connect residents across the Wiregrass with practical tools and evidence-based strategies that promote long-term health and wellness. Organizers say the event will focus on the Six Pillars of Lifestyle Medicine, which include nutrition, physical activity, stress management, restorative sleep, social connections and substance safety.
Attendees will have access to a variety of free health services and educational opportunities, including sports and general physicals, health screenings, interactive educational booths and wellness resources. Information will also be available on healthy eating, physical activity, stress reduction, sleep habits, building strong social connections and substance safety.
In addition to health services and educational materials, the event will feature door prizes and a food truck.
Organizers say the goal of the Wiregrass Wellness Hub is to provide individuals and families with access to local health resources while encouraging simple, meaningful lifestyle changes that can improve overall health and well-being.
Community members of all ages are encouraged to attend the free event and take advantage of the preventive health services, educational resources and wellness activities available throughout the morning.
