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"I’m proud to be part of the foundation that brought 9Health Fair to Colorado communities. It gives me a great sense of purpose, particularly in the rural communities. I’m the lucky one. I get back far more than I give."

Karen Zink, Durango CO
9Health Fair volunteer since 1980

“My wife and I have been going to [the] 9Healthfair for many years in several different towns in Colorado, so it plays a big part in our lives. In April of 2003, we went again to have our annual blood screening but this time mine came back a little different. My PSA number came in a little high with a suggestion to make an appointment with my doctor. With further evaluation I was diagnosed with prostate cancer. I had no previous symptoms. I was given several options but at my age of 51, surgery was the best for me. As you can see 9Healthfair saved my life. My family and I are so grateful for the services available to all of our communities. 9Health Fair is great and I am looking forward to many more 9fairs.”

Greg Y.
9Health Fair participant since 2003


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COMMUNITY Involvement Committee

Mission 9HF: To promote health awareness and to encourage individuals to assume responsibility for their own health.

CIC Positioning Statement: Because we believe all people deserve accessibility to quality and affordable health screenings, the 9HF CIC works to ensure that people of diverse communities have information needed to assume responsibility for their own health and that of their families.

CIC Members:

  • Lynne Valencia

    Chair, Community Involvement Committee
    Director of Community Relations, 9News

  • Rachel Skanson

    Director, Interpreter Network of Colorado

  • John Reid

    Director of Development, Metro Community Provider Network

  • Lena Archuleta

    AARP

  • Veronica Garcia

    Colorado Anti-Violence Program

  • Sofia Williamson

    Fan Radio

  • Suegie Park

    Korean Community Representative

  • Hyun-Kyung Kim

    Korean Lions

  • Esther Lewis

    African American Community Representative

  • Johana Mendoza

    Hispanic Community Representative
    Marketing Department; Pinnacol Assurance

  • Karie Poelman

    Registered Nurse

  • Kris Wenzel

    Executive Director; Central CO AHEC

  • Ken Tylor

    Certified Personal Trainer/Nutritionist Specialist