Free Mega Clinic to Offer Health Care Services in Asheville

News Summary

A free mega clinic will take place in Asheville from June 4 to June 6, providing essential health care services to those impacted by Hurricane Helene. Hosted at Harrah’s Cherokee Center, the clinic will offer medical, dental, vision, and surgical care at no cost. Attendees do not need any identification or proof of need, and services will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. This initiative highlights community involvement and aims to cater to the comprehensive health needs of both local residents and those displaced by the storm.

Asheville, NC – A free “mega clinic” providing essential health care services will be held in Asheville from June 4 to June 6, 2023. The event, hosted at Harrah’s Cherokee Center located at 87 Haywood Street, aims to assist those impacted by Hurricane Helene, offering a range of medical services at no cost.

The clinic will operate daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., delivering free medical, dental, vision, and surgical care valued at millions of dollars. All services will be available on a first-come, first-served basis, and no identification or proof of need will be required for attendees. This initiative is made possible through the generosity of licensed medical volunteers from various organizations, aiming to meet the comprehensive health needs of the community.

Services Offered

The clinic will provide an array of health care services, including:

• Pap smears
• Back-to-school physicals
• Medical evaluations
• Dental fillings
• Dental extractions
• Eye exams
• Counseling services
• Haircuts
• Dermatology
• Pediatrics
• Physical therapy
• Occupational therapy
• Hearing testing
• Mental health support

With these resources, the clinic is designed to cater not only to local residents but also to individuals who have been displaced or affected by the severe weather conditions brought on by Hurricane Helene.

Community Involvement

The community is urged to participate actively in this initiative, either by attending to receive services or by volunteering. Those who wish to contribute their time can register online at libertyandhealth.org, where volunteers of all skill levels are welcomed. Volunteers play a crucial role, as previous similar events have seen over 400 volunteers come together to assist in various capacities.

Attendees at the free clinic are encouraged to plan accordingly, as many previous participants have arrived as early as 5 a.m. in order to secure needed services. The goal of the event organizers is to address the mental, physical, and spiritual needs of the community, providing holistic support during a challenging time.

Background Context

The mega clinic is a response to the significant need for accessible health care services following the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene. The storm has had lasting effects on the local population, with many residents facing challenges in accessing essential health care. By providing free services, the clinic seeks to alleviate some of the burdens on those most affected.

For those interested in learning more about the upcoming mega clinic, additional information can be found on the event’s official website, freemegaclinic.org. This initiative underscores the power of community support and volunteerism in addressing urgent health care needs and rebuilding lives in the face of adversity.

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Additional Resources

• WYFF4: Free Medical Clinic Asheville, North Carolina
• Wikipedia: Health care in the United States
• WSPA: Free Mega Clinic for All in Asheville
• Google Search: Free Mega Clinic Asheville
• WXII12: Free Medical Services at Mega Triad Clinic
• Britannica: Health Care System
• Charlotte Ledger: The Rise of Mega Hospitals