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VCB hosts second annual health fair at Vere Technical

Published:Saturday | July 26, 2025 | 12:08 AM
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Community members and students turned out in large numbers at last year’s Veronica Campbell-Brown Foundation Health Fair at Vere Technical High School, taking advantage of free health checks and wellness services.
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Community members and students turned out in large numbers at last year’s Veronica Campbell-Brown Foundation Health Fair at Vere Technical High School, taking advantage of free health checks and wellness services.
Stephen Davidson (left), director of communications at the Ministry of Health & Wellness, with Olympian Veronica Campbell-Brown and her husband, track and field coach Omar Brown, at last year’s VCB Foundation Health Fair at Vere Technical High School.
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Stephen Davidson (left), director of communications at the Ministry of Health & Wellness, with Olympian Veronica Campbell-Brown and her husband, track and field coach Omar Brown, at last year’s VCB Foundation Health Fair at Vere Technical High School.
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Jamaican sprint legend and two-time Olympic gold medallist Veronica Campbell-Brown (VCB) will return to her alma mater Vere Technical High School today to host the second staging of her community-centred health fair.

Running from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., the event will include free health services, wellness education and interactive activities designed to uplift both students and residents of the surrounding communities.

The fair, organised through the Veronica Campbell-Brown Foundation, will offer a range of free health checks including BMI, cholesterol, blood pressure, blood sugar, vision testing, ear examination, HIV and syphilis screening. Licensed medical professionals will be on-site to administer tests and provide advice.

The day’s programme will feature expert-led talks on nutrition, mental health and overall wellness as well as fitness demonstrations to encourage active lifestyles. The event will cater to students, parents and community members, creating what Campbell-Brown describes as a space focused on “total well-being, body, mind and spirit”.

Speaking on the motivation behind the initiative, Campbell-Brown said: “I know first-hand how important good health is to achieving dreams. This fair is my way of giving back, as I want to encourage everyone to make their health a priority. It is not only about athletics; it is about living a long and fulfilling life.”

Reflecting on the success of last year’s fair, she added: “Last year’s event was heartening because of how many people came out, asked questions and took advantage of the services offered. We hope to build on that momentum this year and reach even more people.”

The event is supported by the Ministry of Health & Wellness, Vere Technical High School, adidas, Sunshine Snacks and GraceKennedy.

The health fair is part of Campbell-Brown’s broader mission to support youth and community development through the Veronica Campbell-Brown Foundation.

“The foundation is committed to supporting the health, wellness and education of students and families. We believe that access to these resources is essential for personal growth and long-term success. Through initiatives like this, we are investing in stronger, healthier communities and helping the next generation thrive in the classroom, in life and beyond,” she said.