The Cancer Program of OLOL and Mary Bird Perkins set to Host an Event for National Minority Cancer Awareness Week
WHAT: The Cancer Program of Our Lady of the Lake and Mary Bird Perkins will host free cancer screenings, including breast, prostate, skin, colorectal and oral cavity. In addition free blood pressure and glucose screenings will be offered. This free health fair also includes food, fun and entertainment for the kids. All community members are welcome.
All screenings are available to those who do not have a doctor and who have not been screened for cancer in the past 12 months. Appointments are required for breast cancer screenings only. To make an appointment please call (225) 215-1234 or (888) 616-4687.
WHEN: Saturday, April 10, 2010, 10 am - 2 pm. Mayor Holden will present proclamation at 11 am.
WHERE: Bon Carre' Business Center on Florida Blvd.
The Cancer Program of Our Lady of the Lake and Mary Bird Perkins is the most comprehensive cancer program in the region offering patients the convenience of receiving high-quality, advanced cancer care in one location, close to home. The Cancer Program offers surgery, chemotherapy and radiation and has been accredited by The American College of Surgeons since 1992 – the gold-standard for community-based cancer care. This program is a participant in the prestigious National Cancer Institute (NCI) Community Cancer Centers Program (NCCCP) pilot. For more information on our cancer program and the NCCCP pilot, please visit www.ololrmc.com or www.marybird.org.
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