Coliseum Health System will “Fight for a Cure” throughout the month of October as we observe Breast Cancer Awareness Month.  Coliseum Medical Centers and Coliseum Northside Hospital will offer several FREE special events designed to bring awareness to the importance breast cancer prevention and early detection, honor breast cancer survivors, and remember those whose lives ended too soon because of the disease.  The public is invited to join us at the following events:

Coliseum Tree of Hope
Throughout October
Coliseum Medical Centers | Outside of Building C
Coliseum Northside Hospital | Outside of main entrance
Drop in to tie a pink ribbon on the Coliseum Tree of Hope in honor or in memory of a loved one with breast cancer. Ribbon will be provided.
 
Bosom Buddies + Survivor Luncheon
Wednesday, October 4 | 12-1 pm
Coliseum Medical Centers | Bldg C, Suite 120
FREE; Call (478) 765-4805 for more information
Coliseum Health System will honor the survivors of breast cancer at this special luncheon and celebration!
 
Breast Cancer Lunch & Learn
Tuesday, October 10 | 12-1 pm
Coliseum Medical Centers | Bldg C, Suite 120
FREE; Call (478) 746-4646 to register
Dr. Cheryl Jones will discuss the important updates in breast cancer staging, treatments and how it impacts breast cancer survivorship!
 
Breast Cancer Education Drop In
Wednesdays, October 11 & 25 | 2-4 pm
Coliseum Medical Centers | Bldg C, Suite 120
FREE; Call (478) 765-4805 for more information
Drop in for a free breast cancer risk assessment, breast education, and cancer genetic testing information.
 
The Perfect Cup
Thursday, October 12 | 8am-4pm
Coliseum Northside Hospital | 4th Floor Conference Room
FREE; Call (478) 746-4646 to register
Gather your girlfriends for a free bra fitting offered by Dillards, education on breast cancer prevention and enjoy the perfect cup of coffee!  Mammograms will also be available.
 
Breast Cancer Tailgate
Saturday, October 14
Outside of Mercer University's Five Star Stadium
Stop by our tailgating tent for free goodies and learn more about the importance of breast cancer prevention.
 
The Perfect Cup
Thursday, October 19 | 10am-7pm
Coliseum Medical Centers | Building C; Suite 120
FREE; Call (478) 746-4646 to register
Gather your girlfriends for a free bra fitting offered by Dillards, education on breast cancer prevention and enjoy the perfect cup of coffee!  Mammograms will also be available.
 
American Cancer Society's Look Good, Feel Better
Monday, October 23 | 6-8 pm
Coliseum Medical Centers | Bldg C, Suite 120
FREE; Call (478) 765-4805 for more information
 
During the month of October, Coliseum Health System will also offer “Peace of Mind for $59.”  Screening mammograms will be offered at Coliseum Medical Centers and Coliseum Northside Hospital for a cash price of $59. No physician referral is needed. This does not include the radiologist’s fees. To make an appointment, call 877-357-0161 or visit our website at www.coliseumhealthsystem.com.  Saturday and late night appointments are also available throughout the month.