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 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
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.
 
Free Clinical Breast Exam
Every Friday in October | 9 am-1pm
Macon-Bibb County Health Department | 171 Emery Highway | Macon
FREE; Call (478) 745-0411 for more information
 
Bosom Buddies + Survivor Luncheon
Wednesday, October 5 | 12-1 pm
Coliseum Medical Centers | Bldg C, Suite 120
FREE; Call (478) 765-4805 for more information
 
Breast Cancer Education Drop In
Wednesdays, October 5 & 19 | 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.
 
Living with Breast Cancer: Medical Advances & Survivorship
Tuesday, October 11 | 12-1 pm
Coliseum Medical Centers | Bldg C, Suite 120
FREE; Call (478) 746-4646 to register
Dr. Cheryl Jones will discuss the unique needs of individuals who have survived cancer. Lunch will be served and reservations are required.
 
Breast Cancer: Catch it. Beat it. Treat it!
Thursday, October 13 | 12 Noon - 1 pm
Coliseum Medical Centers | Bldg C, Suite 120
FREE; Call (478) 746-4646 to register
Join Dr. Keith Martin, cancer nurse navigators, and women’s center staff as we discuss the importance of routine mammograms. Tour the women's center and learn more about 3D mammography. Lunch will be served and reservations are
required.
 
Breast Cancer Tailgate
Saturday, October 15 | 2-3:30pm
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.
 
American Cancer Society's Look Good, Feel Better
Monday, October 24 | 6-7 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 $49.”  Bilateral screening 2D digital mammograms will be offered at Coliseum Medical Centers and Coliseum Northside Hospital for a cash price of $49. 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.