Essentia Health-Fosston hosting annual stroke and trauma awareness community event

In recognition of National Stroke Awareness Month and National Trauma Awareness Month, Essentia Health is hosting its annual community stroke and trauma awareness grill-out in Fosston on Wednesday, May 20.

Open to all ages, this free event will be from 3-6 p.m. at Essentia Health-Fosston, located at 900 Hilligoss Blvd. SE.

Attendees will be able to enjoy brats and enter a raffle for a chance to win a new bike and helmet. Educational materials about bike safety and stroke and trauma care at Essentia Health-Fosston will also be available.

Young attendees are also encouraged to bring a stuffed animal to the Teddy Bear Clinic at the Essentia Health-Fosston Clinic. Teddy bear clinics help reduce fear and anxiety for kids by giving them a sense of control and confidence through play in a medical setting.

Designated as an Acute Stroke Ready Hospital and a Level IV Trauma Hospital by the Minnesota Department of Health, Essentia Health-Fosston is equipped to provide critical care and is part of a larger network of skilled facilities across Minnesota.