The 2025 Health Fair helps community members with thousands of blood tests administered
MONTROSE, Colo. (September 24, 2025) – For more than 36 years, Montrose Regional Health (MRH) has helped thousands of individuals gain life-saving insights into their health at significantly reduced costs. This past August, MRH hosted its annual health fair, and the 2025 event was a resounding success.
“The 2025 Health Fair was tremendously successful, and we couldn’t be more grateful to our community for showing up with such enthusiasm, Leann Tobin, Chief Ancillary Services & Marketing Officer said. “It’s clear that Montrose values wellness, and events like this reflect our shared commitment to proactive, accessible healthcare. We’re proud to partner with local organizations and volunteers to make preventive care a reality for everyone.”
A total of 2,156 community members attended this year’s health fair, highlighting just how important this event is to the region. Over the course of the fair, 9,421 tests were performed. Among the most popular were:
- HealthScreen panel – 2,069 tests
- Complete blood count (CBC) – 1,616 tests
- Hemoglobin A1C and estimated average glucose (EAG) – 1,130 tests
Other tests included the advanced lipid panel, female hormone panel, high-sensitivity cardiac C-reactive protein (hs-CRP), PSA, testosterone, vitamin B12/folate, and vitamin D. All participants are encouraged to follow up with their primary care providers to review results and determine the best next steps for managing their health.
MRH sincerely thanks its 2025 sponsors, including Alpine Bank, Avient, Mountain West Insurance and TEI Rock Drills, along with the nearly 60 volunteers and local food trucks, The Grill Good Gravy Boat and Twisted B’s Soda & Teas, for helping create a welcoming and successful event. The organization also extends appreciation to its community partners, including DMEA, the City of Montrose, Montrose School District and Ridgway School District, who continue to support preventive care by covering low-cost blood tests for their employees.
About Montrose Regional Health (MontroseHealth.com)
Montrose Regional Health (MRH) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) healthcare system serving Montrose, San Miguel, Ouray, Gunnison, Delta, Hinsdale, and San Juan counties. Licensed for 75 beds, MRH offers a wide range of inpatient and outpatient services, including cardiology, oncology, minimally invasive surgery, laboratory services, medical imaging, Mountain View Therapy, a Level III Trauma Center, an Acute Rehabilitation Unit, a Spine and Pain Center, advanced respiratory and pulmonary care, and a family birthing center. Known for adopting advanced technologies such as robotic-assisted surgery and UVC disinfection, MRH is the second-largest employer in Montrose County, with more than 850 employees and 100 providers representing 27 medical specialties. MRH is recognized for its warm, personalized care and lives its tagline: “Caring for you like family.”
Photo caption: Montrose Regional Health hosts another successful Health Fair event for 2025
