<div>JOHNSTOWN, Pa. – Youngsters, parents and others gathered at Westmont Hilltop Elementary School Thursday for the second Back to School Community Health Fair.The attendees perused the dozens of organizations lined up on the lane behind the school, including the AmeriHealth Caritas mobile unit, Aetna Better Health and Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank, before going inside to get their COVID-19 and flu vaccinations from Giant Eagle.“It’s a great opportunity for members of the community to learn about healthy habits,” Westmont high school teacher Michael Barzeski said.He received a flu shot from Giant Eagle pharmacy team lead Diana Veney, and was happy to see such a positive event offered by the district.The event was organized by Westmont elementary school nurse Misty Stephens who said there are a lot of beneficial resources available in the area, and it’s important that parents and students are aware of them.She said that since last year, the program has doubled, and she’s amazed by the growth.Nicole Kuzmiak, elementary school principal, applauded Stephens’ efforts to help Westmont families and beyond.“Misty is amazing,” she said.“We’re so grateful to have her positive influence.”Kuzmiak also stated that a “health community supports student success and we’re proud to be part of that effort.”Sisters Destinee Tabron and Brittani Laws said they appreciated the offering from the school as they walked with their daughters through the numerous offerings outside.This was their first time at the fair and they were impressed by all that was available.“They always like to come to these things,” Tabron said of her daughter and niece.Laws agreed, adding that they “like to bring them when we can.”The sisters noted how great it was to have interactive activities, such as a giant inflatable brain and table games, to keep the youngsters entertained while the adults gathered information.Center For Population Health Executive Director Jeannine McMillan commended the efforts to get this event off the ground and area families and individuals involved.“I think bringing these events to the community ... so they don’t have to look for services is important,” she said.</div>

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Community congregates at Westmont elementary health fair

JOHNSTOWN, Pa. – Youngsters, parents and others gathered at Westmont Hilltop Elementary School Thursday for the second Back to School Community Health Fair. The attendees perused the dozens of organizations lined up on the lane behind the school, including the AmeriHealth Caritas mobile unit, Aetna Better Health and Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank, before going inside to get their COVID-19 and flu vaccinations from Giant Eagle.