Support Breast Cancer Awareness At Party On The Patio

SAN MARCOS, TEXAS — Central Texas Medical Center (CTMC) will host its annual Party on the Patio event on October 6 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Hays County BBQ, located at 1612 S. IH 35 in San Marcos.

The event will honor cancer warriors and survivors and recognize national Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Fifteen percent of food proceeds will benefit CTMC’s Emergency Cancer Fund, which helps local cancer patients in need while they undergo treatment.

In addition to complimentary ice cream floats and entertainment by The Georges, the Party on the Patio will feature a 50s costume contest. The winners will receive a gift certificate to Hays County BBQ.

Each October, CTMC and community partners raise funds and awareness for breast cancer. This years remaining “pink” events are as follows:

100 Free Mammos

Each year, CTMC partners with Community Action to offer 100 free

mammograms to area women who have no means to pay for one.  Call Community Action

at 512.392.1161, ext. 305 to get connected.

Extended Mammo Hours

CTMC holds extended hours for mammograms to help busy families.

Appointments are available from 7 a.m. – 7 p.m.

on Tuesdays and Thursdays and 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.

Tanger Pink Card Savings

Sept. 24 – Oct. 31

Tanger Outlet Centers will sell Pink Cards for $5.  Good for 25% off one item per purchase. Shop with a physical card or use the convenient digital version. Unlimited use through October. Proceeds benefit the CTMC Foundation.

Tommy Bahama Shop for a Cause

October 15th Special sale at Tommy Bahama in San Marcos. 10% of purchases made between noon and 6:00 p.m. go to the CTMC Cancer Assistance Fund.

San Marcos Academy Events (Both events feature cancer tributes/fundraisers).

• Varsity Volleyball Game on October 13 at 6 p.m. at Jamail Center gym.
• Varsity Football Game on October 23 at 7 p.m. at SMA’s Ingram Stadium.

Pink Heals 5K

Sunday, October 22nd at Station #5 in River Ridge Park. Bring the whole family out for food, fun and a parade.  For more information, send an email to pinkhealshayscounty@gmail.com.

Pink, Praise and Prayer

Every Friday in October at noon in the CTMC Chapel. A 20-minute time to pray for those undergoing treatment and their families.  The community is welcome to attend.

For more information, or to request a mammogram appointment, visit ctmcmammo.com

About CTMC
The 170-bed hospital, which originated in 1923 as Hays County Soldiers, Sailors and Marines Memorial Hospital, opened at its current Wonder World Drive location in 1983. The CTMC staff of more than 700 employees works with more than 220 active and consulting physicians to provide quality services to patients and their families. CTMC has been recognized with an “A” safety score by the independent Leapfrog Group in Fall 2015 and Spring 2016. In addition to interventional cardiac services, CTMC is a Certified Chest Pain Center and an accredited Primary Stroke Center. CTMC leads the region in da Vinci robotic-assisted surgery and offers a variety of specialty care services including medical imaging, rehabilitation, home health care, hospice, women’s services and more. For more information, follow CTMC on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and on YouTube. Visit our website at ctmc.org.

CTMC is a member of the Adventist Health System (AHS), a not-for-profit healthcare organization that emphasizes Christ at the center of care. Founded in 1973, Adventist Health System is a national leader in quality, safety and patient satisfaction. Today, Adventist Health System supports 45 campuses in 10 states and employs nearly 70,000 individuals. Adventist Health System hospitals are comprised of nearly 8,300 licensed beds, providing care for 4.5 million patients each year in inpatient, outpatient and emergency room visits.