Health

On July 30, the Health Solutions Team (HST) of Unite Escambia held a Health Carnival at the Fricker Community Center near downtown Pensacola.

The carnival was a tremendous success. Over 200 youth from various Play Pensacola summer camps were in attendance, learning about and experiencing the benefits of healthy eating habits and regular physical activity.

The young people participated in a wide variety of contests and activities.  We found out how long they could spin a hula hoop or jump rope.  They also tested their skills in a series of potato sack races.  Other activities included the ring toss, the bean bag toss, and a health trivia game.

The Health Solutions Team developed a series of snack booths that assisted in the development of healthier eating habits.  The young people had the opportunity to try a wide range of fruits and vegetables that they may have never tried before, such as mango, cantaloupe, spinach, and yams.  The HST also provided booths where they could build their own veggie pizzas, trail mix, or parfaits using fresh, healthy ingredients.

Unite Escambia and the Health Solutions Team would like to thank the Escambia County Medical Society, as well as Play Pensacola, for their generous support of this endeavor.  We would also like to thank the Fricker Community Center for providing a wonderful venue for the Health Carnival.  Last but not least, we would like to thank all of the volunteers who pitched in, lent a helping hand, and made this event so successful.

Hopefully, we can do this again real soon!