Savannah’s FAN Ministry promotes physical activity at “Let’s Get Healthy” Health Fair

Community and wellness leaders in Savannah are teaming up for a faith-based fair to promote physical activity and healthy lifestyles.

The “Let’s Get Healthy” Health Fair is hosted by the Faith, Activity, Nutrition Program (FAN). It will be Saturday, April 26 at St. Philip AME Church on MLK, Jr. Boulevard in Savannah.

The free event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. will include food, door prizes, health and exercise education and vendors from the healthcare industry. The new Executive Director of Healthy Savannah, Armand Turner will be the featured speaker.

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