Morgan Community College (MCC) partnered again this year with Northeast Colorado Health Department (NCHD) for healthy child clinics. The Fort Morgan campus hosted two clinics this week, offered free health screenings to families with children aged 6 months to five years.

"We had 33 first year nursing students taking part over the two days," said Carol Johnson, MCC nursing faculty. The students were on hand to help parents through the clinics—we're like your personal valet, noted one first year participant. The students gained skills in patient relationships and also work towards needed clinical hours for their nursing program.

In past years, the clinic has focused on developmental screening only. This year's event expanded to include vision, hearing, a dental check-up with fluoride treatment, immunizations, along with height and weight measurements. "What a great opportunity for our students as well as a wonderful outreach to the community," noted Johnson.

For more information about the clinics, contact Michelle Pemberton at (970) 522.3741 x 1239 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . To find out how to enroll in the nursing program or a health care related degree, visit www.MorganCC.edu or call MCC Advisor Gwen Steffen at (970) 542-3224.