The Texas County Breast Cancer Support Group and Texas County Memorial Hospital are partnering for a Pink Ribbon Reception from 4-6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 13, in the front lobby of the hospital.
The reception is designed to raise awareness about the importance of mammograms in honor of National Mammography Day on Oct. 20.
“TCMH is committed to providing access to healthcare for all,” said Wes Murray, chief executive officer at TCMH. “The TCMH radiology department routinely offers a low-cost mammogram available every day of the year, and in honor of National Mammography Day, we want to encourage and to help area women get a screening mammogram.”
According to the American Cancer Society, annual mammograms lower the number of deaths caused by breast cancer by more than 30 percent. Mammograms are the best action that a woman over 40 can take to detect any breast cancer or other problem early – when it’s most treatable.
Mammography is a specific type of imaging that uses a low-dose X-ray system to examine breasts. A mammography exam, called a mammogram, is used to aid in the diagnosis of breast diseases in women. Women age 40 and older should have regular mammography screening exams.
The Pink Ribbon Reception will feature information about mammography, breast cancer and women’s health and support services available in Texas County. Pink treats will be served.
For more information, contact the Texas County Breast Cancer Support Group at 417- 967-1322 or the TCMH education department at 866-967-3311, ext. 340.