Coliseum Celebrates Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Staff Report From Middle Georgia CEO

Wednesday, October 3rd, 2018

Coliseum Health System will “Fight for a Cure” throughout the month of October as we observe Breast Cancer Awareness Month.  The Coliseum Cancer Institute will offer several 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 3 | 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!
 
Pink Yoga on the Lawn
Saturday, October 6 | 9 - 10am
Coliseum Northside Hospital | On the Front Lawn
FREE; Call (478) 746-4646 for more information.
Wear your pink in honor of breast cancer awareness month and enjoy the beautiful fall morning with Sparks Yoga!
 
Breast Cancer Education Drop In
Wednesdays, October 10 & 24 | 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.

Think Pink! Rosé Wine Tasting & Trivia
Thursday, October 11 | 6 - 9pm
Society Garden 2389 Ingleside Avenue, Macon, Georgia 31204
The Society Garden and Coliseum Health System join forces to bring you a rosé wine tasting and informational booth in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. $10 for the wine tasting. Join us for Trivia at 7! Prizes for the best pink outfit!
 
Breast Cancer Tailgate
Saturday, October 20
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.
 
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.