Health Dept. to offer summer check-ups for back to school

The Sullivan County Regional Health Department is offering Summer Check-Ups to help families prepare for the new school year by providing essential health services for children, including vaccinations. The Kingsport event will take place on Tuesday, July 29, from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM at 1041 E Sullivan Street in Kingsport. The Blountville event will be Thursday, July 31, from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM at 154 Blountville Bypass in Blountville. Children can receive school physicals and get up to date on required immunizations during either event. These services are free for children covered by TennCare. For uninsured children, there will be a $50 fee, and immunizations will be provided on a sliding fee scale. Sports physicals will not be available during these events.