The NBC4 Telemundo 44 Health and Fitness Expo is coming to the Washington Convention Center! Join us on Saturday, March 10 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, March 11 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. for this FREE event.
From prizes, to workout classes, to health screenings and celebrity guests - there's a ton to do at the Expo.
We have a new location at the Convention Center this year. The Expo is in Halls D and E.
Scroll through the program to find times and schedules for your favorite events:
Note: Information has changed for the following Main Stage events on Sunday:
10:30-11:30 a.m. - Getting to know the NIH, Infectious Diseases, Flu and how Human Genomics Impact Your Health. Dr. Anthony Fauci, NIH/NIAID Dr. Teri Manolio, NIH/NHGRI Moderated by NBC4’s Doreen Gentzler
Health
2 p.m. - NBC4 Responds NEWS4 Consumer Reporter Susan Hogan
2:30 p.m. - Ditching Your Phone
Check out more info below:
Testings and Screenings:
B12 Shots
Persona Doctors MWD Medical
Balance Testing
The George Washington University Hospital / GW Hospital Health Village
Blood Pressure
American Kidney Fund
Barnard Medical
DC Fire and EMS Department
Eden Good
GW Ron and Joy Paul Kidney Center
Howard University Hospital The George Washington University Hospital / GW Hospital Health Village
Giant Pharmacy
HEALcare Diabetes Obesity Management
Howard University Hospital
Kaiser Permanente
The KReative Health Group, Inc
Mary’s Center
University of Maryland Capital Region Health
Blood Sugar /Diabetes Testing
DC Fire and EMS Department
HEALcare Diabetes Obesity Management
BMI
Eden Good
HEALcare Diabetes Obesity Management
Kaiser Permanente
Cardiac Screening
University of Maryland Capital Region Health
Children’s Developmental Screening
DC Public Schools, Early Stages
Cholesterol Test
Howard University Hospital
The KReative Health Group, Inc
Dental Exam
Howard University Hospital
Glaucoma Tests
Eden Good Inc.
Lions Community Outreach Foundation
Prevention of Blindness Society of Metropolitan Washington
Glucose test
DC Fire and EMS Department
Eden Good Inc.
Howard University Hospital
The KReative Health Group, Inc
Hearing Tests
Lions Community Outreach Foundation
HIV Screening
Howard University Hospital
Mary’s Center
Kidney Function Tests
American Kidney Fund
American Renal Associates
The George Washington University Hospital / GW Hospital Health Village
Memory Screening
Howard University Hospital
Nutritionist Counseling
Giant
IFIC Foundation
The George Washington University Hospital
The University of the District of Columbia Student Association of Nutrition and Dietetics
Wegmans
Oral Cancer Screenings
DC Dental Society
Osteoporosis Screening
Shenandoah University: The American Pharmacists Association Academy of Student Pharmacists
Peripheral Artery Disease Screening
Eden Good Inc.
Pharmacy - Shots
Giant Pharmacy
Pneumonia Shots (65+ Saturday 10-2) *Must present valid Medicare B card to qualify. Self pay not accepted at Expo. See pharmacist for details
Prostate Cancer Screening
Howard University Hospital
Sickle Cell Screening
Howard University Hospital
Sleep Analysis
Howard University Hospital
Mattress Warehouse
Vascular Health Screenings
Maryland Cardiology Associates
University of Maryland Capital Region Health
Vein Screening
Center for Vein Restoration
Vision Testing
Columbia Lighthouse for the Blind
Howard University Hospital
Lions Community Outreach Foundation
Prevention of Blindness Society of Metropolitan Washington
Celebrities, Athletes and Guests:
- Teresa Guidice of the "Real Housewives of New Jersey"
- Fran Drescher of "The Nanny"
- Haley Skarupa, Olympic gold-medalist for the U.S. women's hockey team
- Redskins starting linebacker Mason Foster Saturday 1-3 p.m.
- Redskins wide receiver Josh Doctson Sunday 1-3 p.m.
- Damon J. Gillespie, star on the new NBC series "Rise"
- Washington Redskins Cheerleaders 12-2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday
- NBC's "The Voice" contestant Rayshun LaMarr
Prizes:
- Washington Tennis and Education Foundation – Free tennis lesson. The winner does not need to be present.
- Disability Partnerships – Fitbit
- Wolf Trap - Two tickets to Summer 2018 show of choice
- Fairfax Adult Softball – Coozies and bags
- Synergy Float Center – A six-month membership to Synergy Float Center valued at $390, that provides a free float every month and 30% off all our other services.
- Virtual Physical – We will be giving away one free heart scan each day. You must be over the age of 30, Not been diagnosed with cancer in last 5 years, weigh less than 320 pounds. We will actually screen everyone BFORE they enter.
- The Charity Carrousel Inc. – Golf for a group of four that includes 18 holes at the Gunpowder Golf Course in Laurel, Maryland, green fees and golf cart. Drawings will also be held throughout the day for golf backpacks for children, which will include a Top Golf “Join for Free, Free Playing Card”, water bottle and youth golf glove.
- Western & Southern Life – Four $25 gift cards
- Ascendance Coaching Systems, LLC – Three months of weekly coaching sessions.
- American Kidney Fund – Reusable grocery bag
- Berman Cosmetic Surgery and Skin Care Center – Two skincare baskets valued at $300 each
- Selah Wellness & Therapeutic Services, LLC – Gift certificate for Jhaz’d Cosmetics ($25 Value); Love Jar (Date Night Jar with Ideas) (Value $20) (Total:4); Hot Chocolate Plus Mug Gift Set (Value $15); Life Coach or Couples Package: 2 Free Sessions (Value $280)
- MINDBODY- SWAG bag: Nike duffle sports bag with Bluetooth speaker, yeti style water bottle, hat
Kids Zone Activities:
- Camp Fire Patuxent Area
- Let's Play America – This indoor play area is for people of all ages and includes hula-hooping, hopscotch, double dutch jump roping, parachute, corn hole. There will also be playing activities, Simon says, follow-the-leader and the hokey-pokey with The Play Lady and friends. Play with The Play Lady and have a chance to receive a free copy of Pat's book, "Let's Play at the Playground."
- WHUT – Visit the WHUT booth to meet Super Why and receive PBS KIDS giveaways.
- Hope for Henry Foundation – Play with superhero props and an instant camera for a themed photo booth activity.
- Early Stages – FREE developmental screenings to check developmental milestones for children 0-5 years old; information and tools to educate families and professionals about developmental milestones; and offers for FREE professional development and parent workshops throughout DC.
- Rock Climbng Wall Presented by Luray Caverns
- Fire Safety at D.C. Fire and Prince George's County Fire
- Zumbini Zumba – Sunday, Zumbazone stage, 10:30 a.m.
- Baby Mombo – Sunday, What’s Your Workout stage, 1 p.m.
- Caricature Drawings – Hemophilia Association of the Capital Area
Sports Teams and Activities:
- DC United
- Redskins Health Pavillion
- Washington Capitals
- Washington Mystics
- Washington Nationals
- Washington Valor
- Washington Wizards
- Pickleball
- Tennis
- Bike Safety
- Rock Wall
- Golf
- Journey Through the Heart
- Dance Dance Revolution
- Fitness Age Challenge
Healthy Cooking 4 You Schedule:
Saturday, March 10
- 10 a.m.: The Uses and Benefits of Amaranth Chef Christopher Carey, Chef Instructor at Stratford University
- 10:30 a.m.: Telemundo Presents: The Start of a Healthier You Lynette Cordero, Owner of Dance My Health
- 11 a.m.: Chicken Quesadillas with Fresh Guacamole Chef Llewellyn Correia and Chef Ernesto Cadima with Nutritionist Krystal Register, Wegmans
- 12 p.m.: Congressional Cooking: Eating like a Diabetic to Get Healthy! Celebrity Chef Daniel Thomas, Chef, Cookbook Author, and Philanthropist
- 1 p.m.: Heart-Healthy Meals with Beef Chef Marci Levine, Test Kitchen Director & Assistant Chef Barry Strand – National Cattlemen’s Beef Association
- 2 p.m.: Chipotle Chicken with Mexican Mac & Cheese Chef Llewellyn Correia and Chef Ernesto Cadima with Nutritionist Krystal Register, Wegmans
- 3 p.m.: Telemundo Presents: My Ceviche Telemundo Reporter Jessica Carrillo
- 3:30 p.m.: Telemundo Presents: The Beauty of Brassicas Matthew Almquist, Executive Chef, The Passenger/Left Door
- 4 p.m.: The Mighty Mushroom Chef Robert Wood, Executive Chef, Washington Capitals & SuperFd Catering
Sunday, March 11
- 10 a.m.: Quick & Healthy Breakfast Tips Chef Christopher Carey, Chef Instructor at Stratford University
- 10:30 a.m.: Telemundo Presents: Healthy Grain-Free Fajita Bowls Chef Veronica Velasquez, Owner of Vegan Feast by V
- 11 a.m.: Chicken Quesadillas with Fresh Guacamole Chef Llewellyn Correia and Chef Ernesto Cadima with Nutritionist Krystal Register, Wegmans
- 12 p.m.: Pan Asian Cuisine Executive Chef Cliff Wharton, TenPenh, Tysons Corner
- 12:30 p.m.: Healthful and Delicious Dishes by Chef Luigi Diotaiuti, International Marathon Runner, Award Winning Owner of Al Tiramiso & Aperto, Culinary Ambassador of Basilicata
- 1:30 p.m.: Seared Rock Fish and Veggies Chef JR Robinson, Celebrity Chef & Owner of Kitchen Cray
- 2 p.m.: Chipotle Chicken with Mexican Mac & Cheese Chef Llewellyn Correia and Chef Ernesto Cadima, Nutritionist Krystal Register, Wegmans
- 3 p.m.: News4 Today Olympic Chili Challenge Winner DC Firefighter and culinary school grad James Casar with NBC4’s Molette Green
Kaiser Permanente Passport
- Mobile Health Vehicle (BP, BMI, Weight)
- Yoga & Guided Meditation Station
- Pet Therapy
- Social Media "Find Your Words" activity
Vehicles:
- Kaiser Permanente Mobile Health Van
- March of Dimes Bus
- Lions Community Outreach
- Clear the Shelters (Humane Rescue Alliance) Adoption Van
- Columbia Lighthouse (vision)
- DC Fire
- Howard Prostate Van
- Natsmobile
- Prince Geoge’s County Fire Truck
- Redskins Van
The Shop at NBC Studios
The Shop at NBC Studios will bring 30 Rock to D.C.! You can sit in "The Voice" chair and "Today Show" set. Get 15% off your favorite NBC merchandise and enter for a chance to win a 30 Rock studio tour.
