Davis Medical Center in Elkins hosting Women’s Health Day on November 5

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September 28, 2022

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Save the date! Join Davis Medical Center in Elkins on November 5 for Women’s Health Day!

They will be offering several preventative screenings for women from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. followed by a brunch and learn from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Please RSVP for the Brunch and Learn.

Visit the Facebook event page for details, and stay tuned for more information!

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