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Fall is the ideal time to get up and get active, especially when it’s for a good cause. Following are events happening in Passaic County to encourage a healthy lifestyle while supporting the community:
- 2019 Congressional Health Fair – Free screenings for cardiac health, diabetes, cholesterol, respiratory health and more! Sept. 16, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at St. Joseph’s University Medical Center, 703 Main St., Paterson. For more information, visit https://pascrell.house.gov/.
- Firefighter Bob Kochka 5K Run/Walk – 8th annual Bob Kochka 5K to benefit the Lustgarten Foundation for Pancreatic Research. Course is flat/hilly roads. Sept. 28, 11 a.m. at 225 Glenwild Ave. Early bib pick-up Sept. 27, Bloomingdale Fire House, 101 Hamburg Turnpike, Bloomingdale. 6 to 9 p.m. More information, visit: https://runsignup.com/Race/NJ/Bloomingdale/FirefighterBobKochka5KRunWalk/.
- The 4 Miler at Garret Mountain – Join SAX for the 8th annual 4 Miler at Garret Mountain to support the Child Life Department at St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital. Run, walk, kids’ dashes, entertainment and family-friendly activities. Oct. 5, 15 Weasel Drift Road, Woodland Park. For more information, visit https://www.saxllp.com/8th-annual-4-miler-at-garret-mountain/.
- Families Fighting Flu Fest – Spread fun not flu this season! St. Joseph’s Health and the New Jersey Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics are providing free flu vaccines for children and adults. Join them for music, entertainment and refreshments.
Oct. 12, 9 a.m. to noon. St. Joseph’s University Medical Center, 703 Main St., Paterson.
St. Joseph’s Health … World-Class Care
St. Joseph’s Health is a world-class hospital and health care network supported by leading and renowned physicians, nurses and care teams. The organization operates a full continuum of care, including a regional tertiary care medical center, a state-designated children’s hospital, an acute care hospital, rehabilitation and long-term facilities, and comprehensive home care. St. Joseph’s University Medical Center is a five-time recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence and was awarded the prestigious Lantern Award™ by the Emergency Nurses Association, one of only 11 hospitals selected nationwide. St. Joseph’s Wayne Medical Center is growing and expanding to meet the needs of northern New Jersey communities. The hospital features comprehensive services including a state-designated Primary Stroke Center, dedicated Geriatric Emergency Department, and advanced robotic-assisted surgery for less pain and faster recovery.
To learn more about the clinical services provided throughout St. Joseph’s Health, call (973) 754-2000 or visit www.StJosephsHealth.org.
