Stomp Out Stroke! UTHealth Festival of Life

The UTHealth Stroke Team in partnership with the American Heart Association will host the Stomp Out Stroke! UTHealth Festival of Life to commemorate Stroke Awareness Month.

The event will be open to the public providing free health screenings(retail value of $700) including carotid ultrasound, blood pressure, cholesterol, glucose, EKG, BMI, body fat percentage, obstructive sleep apnea and memory screening.

Adult and child-friendly education sessions and interactive activities will be facilitated by stroke physicians, pharmacists, nurses, physical therapists, dieticians, fitness experts and other healthcare professionals. Kids will learn about brain basics, stomping out stroke, preventing concussions, observe a sheep brain dissection and more!

Fun fitness activities, healthy snacks, giveaways, door prizes and family entertainment (face painting, balloon art, live ice sculpting, Clutch Appearance) will also be provided.

Exhibitors participating in the event include the Houston Aphasia Recovery Center, The Health Museum, Memorial Hermann Hospital, University of Houston, HealthSouth, Total Fitness 4 Kids and Mix 96.5.