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About Us
County Impact Statements - Scott County
Extension Programs Provide Cost Effective Health Care Services to
Residents of Scott County
The leading cause of death in the United States is heart disease. Statistics
show that Arkansans have an increased risk of heart disease when compared to
national averages. Educating the general public about health risks is one method
which has proven effective in reducing the number of fatalities from this and
other chronic diseases.
The following educational booths were offered: Arkansas Foundation for
Medical Services, Saint Edwards Mammography, Saint Edwards Mammography Van
United Blood Services, Mercy Medical Hospital, Area Agency on Aging, Hospice,
Scott County Health Department, Department of Human Services, Plummer Drug,
Wal-Mart Pharmacy, Super- Sav Drug, Farm Bureau, Shelter Insurance, State Farm
Insurance, American Cancer Society, Scott County Learning Center, EHC, 4-H,
Cooperative Extension Service.
"I think it is important that we educate the residents of Scott County about
health care and provide resources which will improve the quality of life for
these residents. I thought the health fair was a success." - Iona Ellis, EHC
Health Fair Coordinator
"The Health Fair was informative and reached people who would not otherwise
have an opportunity to take advantage of these services. - Mary Handley, EHC
Council President
Iona Ellis, EHC volunteer, learns about the services provided by
AR Foundation for Medical Care at the Scott County Health Fair.
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Impacts
- 20 Educational booths offered free or low cost medical services to
residents.
- Residents saved over $2,500 in medical expenses.
- The following tests were offered at little or no cost mammography - 8,
blood sugar - 30, blood pressure - 40 and blood oxygen level testing - 50
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