Hospital invites community to 2025 Harvest for Health event
Contact: Amy Blaser
For Immediate Release
(COLUMBUS, Neb.) – Community members of all ages can learn more about healthcare products,
services and new offerings in the community at Columbus Community Hospital’s Harvest for Health
event.
The event, which takes place from 7 a.m.-noon on Thursday, Sept. 4, will feature more than 40 area
businesses and three speakers.
Dr. Anthony White, an orthopedic surgeon with Columbus Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Clinic, will
share information about the importance of bone health and osteoporosis prevention. Following his
presentation, Dr. Mark Howerter, chief medical officer at the hospital, will discuss stroke symptoms and
how acting F.A.S.T. can make a difference. Finally, Dr. Christopher Veale, a radiation oncologist with Columbus Cancer Care, will discuss how to better understand radiation therapy.
Columbus Community Hospital will also offer various health screenings and services for free. Attendees
can take advantage of free blood pressure, vision, bone mineral density and fasting wellness profile
blood draws. Flu shots, Prevnar 20 vaccinations and in-depth health screenings are available at a
discounted rate.
The event is free and open to the public. For more information on Harvest for Health, visit
columbushosp.org.
Alpha Media and the Columbus Telegram serve as media partners for the event.