National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) Coming to Darby Township
The National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES), conducted by the CDC’s National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS), is currently taking place in select areas across the country — and portions of Delaware County, including the Township of Darby, have been randomly selected to participate.
NHANES is the only nationally representative health study that combines in-home interviews with professional health exams to gather vital information about the health and nutritional status of adults and children in the U.S. The data collected help shape important national public health policies and programs.
From mid-July through the end of September, professional interviewers and medical staff will be working in our area. Some local residents will be randomly selected to participate in the survey. Selected individuals may receive:
In-home interviews about health and behavior
Phone interviews about nutrition and diet
A free health exam at the NHANES Mobile Exam Center
Compensation for participation and travel/childcare expenses
📍 Mobile Exam Center Location:
Delaware County Community & Resource Center
767 Beech Avenue, Glenolden, PA 19036
NHANES Dry Run – Open to Township Residents
Darby Township residents (ages 18+) are also invited to participate in the NHANES Dry Run Day on Sunday, July 27, 2025. This is a great opportunity to preview the process and receive a free exam and compensation.
🩺 Participants Will Receive:
A $75 token of appreciation
A free comprehensive health exam
Preliminary same-day results, with the option to receive additional results by mail
The exam may include (based on age/sex):
• Height/weight measurements • Blood pressure • Vision & hearing tests
• Breathing test • Bone density scan • Oral health exam
• Blood draw or urinalysis
🕒 Appointments available:
9:15 AM, 10:00 AM, 10:45 AM, 11:30 AM, 12:15 PM, 1:00 PM, 1:45 PM, and 2:30 PM.
📞 To schedule a dry run appointment:
Contact Andrés Mortiz at (919) 219-4255 or email amortiz@rti.org
📘 Learn More:
NHANES Overview Brochure (link to uploaded brochure)
Thank you for helping support this vital health initiative!
