Hendrick Medical Center Brownwood (HMC Brownwood) is giving the community the annual gift of wellness at the Hendrick Community Health and Resource Fair Tuesday, April 7, from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Brownwood Event Center, 601 E. Baker Street.
“We’re excited to bring our community together for a day that blends fun, education and wellness,” said Krista Baty, chief administrative officer at HMC Brownwood. “Caring for our community is deeply important to us, and this event offers a meaningful opportunity for individuals and families to access important health information and screenings, all at no cost.”
With this year’s theme, “Rock the Neon ’80s,” attendees can expect an upbeat atmosphere to learn how to pursue better health. Guests are invited to enjoy interactive activities and take advantage of several free health screenings, including cholesterol, body fat, posture and glucose.
New this year at the fair are fitness demonstrations to inspire movement at any age or ability. Participants will have the opportunity to engage in chair yoga, line dancing and aerobics, each facilitated by experienced instructors dedicated to supporting their fitness goals.
Throughout the day, guest speakers will share valuable insights on improving wellness and making informed health decisions. The day’s schedule is as follows:
- 10:30 a.m. – Personal choices and advance health directives
- 11 a.m. – Smoking cessation
- 11:30 a.m. – Joint replacement program
- 12 p.m. – Stroke support education
- 12:30 p.m. – Diabetes awareness
- 1 p.m. – Robotic surgery
- 1:30 p.m. – Importance of colonoscopies
Community members of all ages are encouraged to attend, rock their favorite neon ’80s gear and join in this vibrant celebration of health, learning and connection.
For more information, follow the HMC Brownwood Facebook page or visit our website.
About Hendrick Health
Hendrick Health is a locally owned healthcare system in Abilene, Texas, directed by a local, volunteer board and affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. Guided by a Christian mission to serve all, Hendrick Health operates three tertiary-care facilities – Hendrick Medical Center and Hendrick Medical Center South in Abilene and Hendrick Medical Center Brownwood in Brownwood – and Hendrick Clinic, a multi-specialty medical group of physicians and other advanced professional providers. The health system’s roots date to September 15, 1924, with the dedication of West Texas Baptist Sanitarium. Since then, the hospital has evolved and grown, transforming the region’s healthcare. Hendrick Health today employs approximately 5,600 people to serve 400,000 residents across 24 counties, an area representing 9% of the state. The health system provided $35.1 million in charity care in 2025.