Planting the S.E.E.D. - African American Breast Health Forum & Screening Event

Date: June 02, 2012

Time: 9:00

Location: St. Joseph's Parish Hall, 371 East Main Street, Middletown, DE

Details:

Join the Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition for our new African American Breast Health Forum, Planting the S.E.E.D (Survivorship, Education & Early Detection). This will be a free event that is open to the public. The community is encouraged to attend to learn about breast health and healthy living. There will be free health screenings available.

Breast cancer is the most common cancer in African American women. But there is something you can do about it! With education, regular screenings, healthy eating, and regular exercise you can lower your risk of breast cancer.

Download the event flyer here: The_Planting_the_S.E.E.D._Flyer.pdf

*Free Screenings end at 12:00 PM*
*Breast health forum ends at 3:00 PM*

The following FREE screenings will be available:
♦ Diabetes
♦ Cholesterol
♦ Blood Pressure
♦ HIV/AIDS

The Women’s Mobile Health Screening Van will be on-site. You must call and schedule an appointment for a mammogram at 888-672-9647. A prescription from a medical professional is required. Most insurances accepted. Qualified participants may enroll in Screening For Life, a screening assistance program. Advanced registration is required.

Event brought to you by:
The Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition
Christiana Care Health System
Sisters on a Mission
American Cancer Society

Lunch will be provided by the Java House Cafe.

For more information please contact Chadeia Mitchell, Education and Outreach Coordinator, at 302-778-1102 ext. 18 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).