Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) brought warmth and wellness to North Philadelphia during its annual Community Day, held on October 30 at the College’s Cambria Division Healthcare Center.
Led by PCOM’s Community Wellness Initiative (CWI), the event offered free health screenings and wellness resources for community members, including blood pressure readings, family-friendly activities, food trucks, live music, and giveaways. Students, faculty, and staff from across the College volunteered their time to provide wellness education and hands-on support to local residents.
As part of CWI’s Legacy Pledge to Philadelphia250—a citywide initiative celebrating the nation’s upcoming 250th birthday—PCOM donated 250 winter coats, hats, and gloves to help local communities prepare for the winter season.
“Wellness starts with meeting people where they are—whether that’s through education, health services, or simply ensuring families have what they need to stay warm through the winter,” said Flo Byarms, director of PCOM’s Community Wellness Initiative. “These Community Days bring tremendous joy, not only to our neighbors, but also to our students, who experience the impact of service and connection firsthand.”
PCOM’s Community Days are cornerstone events for the College’s Healthcare Centers, reflecting the institution’s deep-rooted presence in the Philadelphia community. Through these gatherings, PCOM strengthens relationships with local residents, reduces barriers to care, and provides meaningful opportunities for students to engage directly with the communities they serve.
Established in 1899, Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) has trained thousands of highly competent, caring physicians, health practitioners and behavioral scientists who practice a “whole person” approach to care—treating people, not just symptoms. PCOM, a private, not-for-profit accredited institution of higher education, operates three campuses (PCOM, PCOM Georgia and PCOM South Georgia) and offers doctoral degrees in clinical psychology, educational psychology, osteopathic medicine, pharmacy, physical therapy, and school psychology. The college also offers graduate degrees in applied behavior analysis, applied positive psychology, biomedical sciences, forensic medicine, medical laboratory science, mental health counseling, physician assistant studies, and school psychology. PCOM students learn the importance of health promotion, research, education and service to the community. Through its community-based Healthcare Centers, PCOM provides care to medically underserved populations. For more information, visit pcom.edu or call 215-871-6100.
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