CTMC Offering 100 Free Mammograms To Community Women
“Hearing that you have breast cancer can be such devastating news, but early detection is one of the most important steps on the journey to remission,” said CTMC President/CEO Anthony Stahl.
SAN MARCOS, TEXAS – In honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Central Texas Medical Center (CTMC) is once again partnering with Community Action to offer 100 free mammograms to area women who do not have the means to pay for one.
“Hearing that you have breast cancer can be such devastating news, but early detection is one of the most important steps on the journey to remission,” said CTMC President/CEO Anthony Stahl. “That is why we pleased to be able to offer free mammograms again this year and encourage the women of our community to get screened.”
To determine if you are eligible for a free mammogram, call Community Action at 512.392.1161, EXT. 305, or call the Live Oak Health Partners Community Clinic at 512.805.5650. To schedule a mammogram at CTMC, call 512.753.3661 or visit. www.CTMCMammo.com.
In addition to free mammograms, CTMC will raise awareness and funds for breast cancer through the following events taking place throughout October. Money raised will benefit the CTMC Foundation’s Emergency Cancer Fund that assists those who are undergoing cancer treatment.
September 26-October 31: Tanger Pink Card Savings
Tanger Outlet Centers will sell reusable Pink Cards for $10. They are good for 25 percent off one item per store at participating stores per day with unlimited use during the timeframe. Or you can purchase a $5 single-use card that is good for $25% off a single item at one store. Shop with a physical re-usable card, single-use coupon, or use the convenient unlimited digital version. Proceeds benefit the CTMC Foundation and the National Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
October 9: Breast Cancer Support Group
CTMC’s Breast Cancer Support Group will meet Tuesday, October 9 in CTMC’s Small Community Classroom from 12:00-1:00 p.m. Cancer survivors, warriors and family members are invited to help steer this new support group. Please join us and discuss your needs for a support group, the structure you would like best and the best times for you to attend. CTMC looks forward to hosting this group and creating a communication channel to help those affected by breast cancer. Lunch will be served. Learn more by calling 512.753.3553.
October 9: San Marcos Academy Pink Out Volleyball
JV plays at 5:30 p.m. and Varsity plays at 6:30 p.m. at the Jamail Special Event Center. Proceeds of t-shirts, baked goods and other items benefit the CTMC Foundation. T-shirts are available for pre-sale. Anyone wishing to buy a t-shirt should call the SMA Bookstore at 512.753.8026 or email mitchellc@smabears.org.
November 10: Pink Heals Hays County 5K
Bring the family out for food, fun and a 5K run at 8:00 a.m. at Station #5 in River Ridge Park. For more information, email Pink Heals at pinkhealshayscounty@gmail.com or follow them on Facebook.
