October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. According to the Louisiana Tumor Registry, among Louisiana women, breast cancer was the most common cancer and the 2nd leading cause of cancer death.  The average annual incidence rate of female breast cancer in Louisiana ranked 28th in the nation and the mortality rate was the 2nd highest in the U.S.

The Louisiana Cancer Research Center, in partnership with Louisiana Campaign for Tobacco Free Living and the Louisiana Public Health Initiative will present a breast cancer awareness webinar on Thursday, October 10 at 11 a.m. This virtual event will focus on Breast Cancer Awareness offering important insights into prevention, screening, and thriving after a diagnosis.

• Discussing breast cancer screening and its importance for associated healthcare outcomes

• Understanding the breast cancer screening process and how to access this service

• Educating on the risks associated with tobacco use and breast cancer

• Discussing the journey of being diagnosed and ways to thrive after a diagnosis

Register at this link or scan the QR code.

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Other LCRC partner organizations are holding breast cancer screenings throughout the month:

LSU Health New Orleans School of Public Health

The Louisiana Breast and Cervical Health Program (LBCHP), is holding screening and informational events throughout the month of October. LBCHP is partnering with the New Orleans Public Library to provide education and referrals for mammograms. For more info call 888-599-1073.

Ochsner Health

Ochsner Health - Covington will perform screening mammograms for women 40 and older on Saturday, Oct. 5 and Tuesday, Oct. 15. from 8 a.m. to noon at Ochsner Health Center - Covington; 1000 Ochsner Blvd., Covington, La.

The Ochsner Health MD Anderson Cancer Center & St. Tammany Health System  "Be Well Bus" will be providing screenings at WDSU on Monday, October 16th from 9am - 3pm. Call 985-773-1500 or visit sttammanyunited.org to register.

Xavier University of Louisiana

Breast Cancer Townhall

Wednesday, October 23;   5 -7:30 pm

Xavier University Convocation Center Annex

Resource tabling from 5 to 6 PM. Educationalprogram begins at 6 pm.

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October 19th
Encourage Her Brunch
Greater King Soloman Church
3321 Audubon St
New Orleans, LA 70125

The Louisiana Freedman Minister's Wives & Widows League: Encourage Her Brunch is Saturday, October 19th from 10am-noon.
Dr. Shawn Mckinney,  a board-certified Surgeon with a specialty in breast cancer is keynote speaker

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October 26th
Southern University of Louisiana New Orleans
Inaugural Breast Cancer Tailgate
Location TBA

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