Breast cancer is a leading cause of cancer-related death among women in the U.S., and affects those of every ethnicity and socioeconomic background. According to the American Cancer Society, an estimated 252,710 new patients expected to be diagnosed this year. Although these statistics are alarming, improving treatments and early detection will allow many of these patients to be survivors.
 
In order to promote breast cancer awareness and education, Navicent Health has prepared a month-long celebration during October, National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The following is a schedule of Navicent Health’s events and festivities:
 
Monday, Oct. 2
“Look Good, Feel Better”
6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Peyton Anderson Cancer Center, Navicent Health (800 First Street, Macon)
Assistance for cancer patients coping with appearance-related side effects of chemotherapy and radiation
For reservations, call (478) 633-2833
 
Tuesday, Oct. 3
Pink Pancakes & Petals
8 a.m. – 10 a.m.
Carlyle Place, Navicent Health (5300 Zebulon Rd., Macon)
For a $5 donation, enjoy a pink pancake breakfast and place a carnation into the fountain of hope
For more information, call (478) 405-4500
 
Friday, Oct. 6:
· Official “Wear Pink Day” in Macon
 
FREE Pink Ribbon Car Painting
6:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Peyton Anderson Cancer Center, Navicent Health (800 First Street, Macon)
 
Breast Cancer Survivor Symposium
8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Peyton Anderson Cancer Center, Navicent Health (800 First Street, Macon)
Breakfast and lunch provided for breast cancer survivors
For reservations, call (478) 633-8130
 
· Mayoral Proclamation
11:30 a.m.
Peyton Anderson Cancer Center, Navicent Health (800 First Street, Macon)
 
Monday, Oct. 9
Life Boutique Open House
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Peyton Anderson Cancer Center, Navicent Health (800 First Street, Macon)
Leg screenings, breast prosthesis fittings, special events, prize drawings and refreshments
For more information, call (478) 633-6250
 
Thursday, Oct. 12:
Mammogram Marathon
7 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Five locations:

Breast Care Center Navicent Health, Navicent Health (800 First Street, Macon)*

Diagnostics Hardeman, Navicent Health (1650 Hardeman Ave., Macon)

Diagnostics Monroe, Navicent Health (120 North Lee Street, Suite B, Forsyth)

Diagnostics Zebulon, Navicent Health (5925 Zebulon Rd., Macon)*

Medical Center of Peach County, Navicent Health (1960 Hwy 247 Connector, Byron)

No appointment necessary for screening mammograms, door prizes and refreshments.

*These locatins also offer 3-D Mammography
 
Monday, Oct. 16
Pink Pool Power Aqua Fitness
6 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Wellness Center, Navicent Health (3797 Northside Drive, Macon)
$10 for all participants – all proceeds benefit free screening mammograms. Please pay by check or cash.
No reservations necessary.
 
Thursday, Oct. 19
Pink Alliance Survivor Support Group Birthday Celebration
12 p.m.
Breast Care Center Navicent Health (800 First Street, Macon)
FREE for breast cancer survivors and one support person each, enjoy games and door prizes, lunch provided
For reservations, call (478) 633-4733
 
Friday, Oct. 20
Genetic Presentation Lunch & Learn
11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Peyton Anderson Cancer Center, Navicent Health (800 First St. , Macon)
Presented by Darcy Berry, certified genetics counselor, Dr. Linda Hendricks, Medical Oncologist, and Arnold Conforti, Oncological Surgeon
For reservations, call (478) 633-4733
 
Thursday, Oct. 26
Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours
5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Peyton Anderson Cancer Center, Navicent Health (800 First St. , Macon)
For reservations, call (478) 621-2000
Chamber members - $10, future chamber members - $20
 
Navicent Health provides the latest technology for the early detection of breast cancer, including state-of-the-art 3D mammography. To schedule a mammography appointment, call our Centralized Scheduling department at 478-633-7020.    
 
For a complete list of events, including those offered by Navicent Health’s community partners, please visit www.navicenthealth.org/pttp. Events are subject to change.
 
To host a Paint the Town Pink fundraiser and provide mammograms for women who cannot afford them, please visit www.navicenthealth.org/pttp/host-a-fundraiser.